Albanese government adds $60 million to Ukraine support
Australia will commit $60 million to Ukraine over 10 years through a new security agreement with Zelenskiy.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met President Volodymyr Zelenskiy at the UN General Assembly in New York. They signed a 10-year security agreement.
The deal includes $45 million for Australian Defence Force equipment. It adds $10 million for Ukraine's energy support and $5 million for aid.
Australia's total support for Ukraine since the 2022 invasion now reaches $1.9 billion. Australia will train Ukrainian forces to deter Russian attacks.
The UK and Norway are joining Australia to strengthen Ukraine's navy. The agreement covers both wartime support and rebuilding military facilities after the conflict.
- $60 million over 10 years
- New commitment
- $1.9 billion since 2022
- Total contributed
- $45 million
- Defence equipment
- UK and Norway
- Countries joining cooperation
Why it mattersThe agreement shows powerful nations will not gain from breaking international law. It sets a precedent for how the world handles invasions.
AustraliaAustralia commits another $60 million to Ukraine, bringing its total contribution since Russia's 2022 invasion to $1.9 billion.
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