NATO allies have agreed to pledge $43 billion in military aid for Ukraine to be provided next year, according to Reuters. While NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg sought a multi-year commitment to ensure long-term support for Ukraine, the allies decided to re-evaluate military aid annually.
The agreement specifies that NATO allies will aim to meet this pledge through proportionate contributions. Based on NATO's funding structure, where the US covers about two-thirds of the budget, the US would bear most of the burden.
This $43 billion pledge is part of broader measures NATO will announce at its upcoming summit in Washington. Additionally, NATO plans to station a civilian official in Kyiv and establish a new command in Germany to oversee military aid and training for Ukraine, roles currently managed by the US.
Despite planning substantial new military aid, NATO will tell Ukraine it must address corruption before its membership can be considered. President Biden has often cited Ukraine’s corruption as a barrier to NATO membership, although this has not prevented over $100 billion in aid, including direct budgetary support for the Ukrainian government.
These developments highlight NATO's continued military support for Ukraine while emphasizing the need for governance reforms within the country.
