MWE Correspondent
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre have signed a series of agreements aimed at deepening long-term cooperation between the two countries in defence, security and energy.
The agreements include a defence and security cooperation deal under the so-called Drone Deal framework, as well as a declaration establishing a strategic partnership between Ukraine and Norway.
Zelenskyy said the strategic partnership, named the Ellisiv Accord, takes its name from Ellisiv, the daughter of Prince Yaroslav the Wise of Kyivan Rus, who became Queen of Norway.
According to Zelenskyy, the agreements are intended to strengthen the institutional foundation of cooperation between Kyiv and Oslo, particularly in areas considered critical to Ukraine’s security and long-term resilience.
“Together with Prime Minister of Norway Jonas Gahr Støre, we signed an Agreement on defence and security cooperation under the Drone Deal format and a Declaration on a Strategic Partnership – the Ellisiv Accord,” Zelenskyy said.
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The Ukrainian president highlighted defence cooperation as a central element of the new partnership, with drone technology and security assistance expected to remain important areas of collaboration as Ukraine continues to confront Russia’s war.
Beyond defence, the agreements also place emphasis on energy and strengthening the resilience of the Ukrainian population, areas that have become increasingly important amid repeated attacks on the country’s critical infrastructure.
Zelenskyy also expressed appreciation for Norway’s continued commitment to supporting Ukraine, particularly its decision to maintain a high level of assistance.
He said Norway plans to allocate approximately $9 billion for 2027, describing the commitment as an important contribution to Ukraine’s ability to withstand the ongoing war and strengthen its long-term national resilience.
The agreements mark another step in the growing strategic relationship between Ukraine and Norway, as Kyiv seeks to secure sustained international support not only for its immediate defence needs but also for energy security, reconstruction and the protection of its sovereignty.
For Norway, the partnership reinforces its role as one of Ukraine’s key European supporters and reflects Oslo’s broader commitment to strengthening European security amid the continuing conflict.
