Ukraine's Controlled Defense Exports Start
Ukraine's defense sector growth, especially in drones, led to calls to lift export restrictions.
Shmyhal ordered production of FPV drones, interceptors, and long-range deep-strike drones by year-end under government supervision.
Exports target the U.S., Europe, Middle East, and Africa with a first partner selected.
Surplus sales profits will fund interceptor drone purchases.
Zelenskyy outlined earlier plans to export defense tech and open partner-country production lines.
Trump talks failed to reach agreement despite openness to missile and drone deals.