Joint drone production between Ukraine and Romania is being delayed due to risk of technology becoming obsolete quickly, - Dan
Romanian President Nicușor Dan stated that the joint drone production project with Ukraine remains in the technical negotiation phase. The main challenge lies in selecting equipment that, due to rapid technological advancements, could become obsolete in as little as four to six months.
Digi24 reports this, according to Censor.NET.
According to Dan, negotiations on the Romanian side are being led by the Ministry of Defense, while on the Ukrainian side, they are being led by the Ministry of Defense and several companies.
"The main challenge we face—and we're not the only ones—is deciding what to buy so that it doesn't become obsolete in four or six months," the president explained.
He noted that Romanian experts had not previously encountered such a rapid pace of technological change, as they were accustomed to purchasing tanks, aircraft, and other equipment designed for 20 to 40 years of service.
When asked about the timeline for launching joint production, Dan said he could not provide any specific dates at this time.
"The funds are available, and it is important for both Romania and Ukraine that they be converted into equipment as quickly as possible," he emphasized.
Cooperation Between Ukraine and Romania in Drone Manufacturing
- On March 12, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Romanian President Nicușor Dan signed two documents regarding the development of joint projects in the energy and industrial sectors. At that time, Dan called the production of drones in Romania in partnership with Ukraine a priority project that could be launched quickly and strengthen the defense capabilities of both countries. In July 2026, the EU and Ukraine agreed on the Drone Deal—a framework agreement to coordinate and support joint projects for the production of unmanned aerial vehicles.
