Japan and Ukraine formalize a security accord amid G7 discussions
During the G7 gathering, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky came to an agreement on security cooperation. Zelensky confirmed the development on social media, noting that the announcement was made on X.
According to Zelensky, Japan will contribute 4.5 billion dollars to Ukraine in 2024 and will maintain backing throughout the entire 10-year duration of the pact. He described the accord as laying out a framework for technical and financial collaboration, humanitarian assistance, and Japan’s involvement in Ukraine’s defense industry. The agreement also anticipates coordinated actions to sanction Russia.
Earlier reports from Reuters noted that Zelensky and U.S. President Joe Biden had signed a comparable agreement at the same summit. The text suggests this arrangement could serve as a bridge to Ukraine potentially joining the North Atlantic Alliance. It outlines that Kyiv and Washington will keep Ukraine investing in a defense sector aligned with NATO standards. The United States would supply military hardware and intelligence for a decade, provide training to Ukrainian personnel, and help grow Ukraine’s defense-industrial base.
Additionally, it was mentioned that the G7 partners had approved allocating 50 billion dollars to Kyiv, drawn from frozen Russian assets.
In the broader context, observers highlight that these arrangements reflect a pattern of security and defense support from Western allies while edging Kyiv toward deeper integration with Western defense architectures. The commitments also underline ongoing emphasis on defense modernization, international sanctions coordination, and sustained financial aid as Ukraine navigates a complex security environment.