More than 170 participants attended the first webinar held on 30 October under the title 'How to do business with the Ukrainian defence sector?' focusing on the security and economic perspectives in the context of Ukraine. Additional dates are scheduled to follow.
Developments, Projects, Examples
In focus were concrete cooperation opportunities for German companies – including ones not yet active in the security and defence industry. Under the moderation of DIHK Foreign Trade Director Volker Treier and Manuel Schwab, Chair of the BDLI Export Control & Customs Committee (Diehl Defence), the event provided practical insights into current developments and potential entry points for industrial collaboration.
Colonel Matthias Puschnig from the Federal Ministry of Defence delivered key insights from the Ukraine Task Force, highlighting security and economic policy interrelations. Reiner Perau, Managing Director of the German Chamber of Commerce Abroad in Ukraine, and Sergej Sumlenny from the drone manufacturer United Unmanned Systems enriched the discussion with contributions on market entry and practical examples.
Series Continues
The new series by DIHK and BDLI will regularly focus on international security cooperation opportunities. The goal is to raise awareness for partnerships in the security and defence industry and foster international exchange.
Once the next date is set, we will update you here.
- Relevant in topic:
- International Trade and Market Access
- Key areas:
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- Defence
- Foreign Trade
Released 31.10.2025
Modified 01.06.2026
Contact
Stefan Kägebein
Director East- und South Eastern Europe, Southern Caucasus / Defence and Security Desk International
Petra Blum
Spokesperson