Ukraine and France will create a grant program Brave France
The Ukrainian defense technology cluster Brave1 and the French Defense Innovation Agency will launch the Brave France initiative, a joint grant program for defense companies.
The Ukrainian defense technology cluster Brave1 and the French Defense Innovation Agency will launch the Brave France initiative, a joint grant program for defense companies.
The Brave1 press service reported that the parties have already signed a corresponding Letter of Intent.
The Brave France initiative covers:
- a joint grant program to support Ukrainian and French defense innovations;
- hackathons to find practical solutions and support the development of startups;
- testing innovations through the Test in Ukraine platform.
«Ukraine and France have strong potential for cooperation in the field of defense tech. This partnership opens the way for Ukraine to advanced technologies of allies, while the French side gains access to unique experience in conducting high-tech warfare,» Brave1 notes.
After signing the Letter, priority topics will be agreed upon, a joint coordination body will be formed, a funding mechanism will be developed, and additional activities will be planned. The launch of Brave France is scheduled for the second quarter of 2026.
Previously, Brave1 CEO Andriy Hrytsenyuk told dev.ua about his attitude to personnel rotations at the Ministry of Digital and Defense, about plans for laser weapons and their implementation; about programs for interceptor drones and missile production, and other interesting topics.
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