Arizona Coalition to Aid Ukraine’s Reconstruction, Defense Industry

Published on March 12, 2024

The Arizona Defense & Industry Coalition (AZDIC) has signed a memorandum of understanding to aid in Ukraine’s reconstruction and streamline the nation’s critical defense resources amid Russia’s invasion.

AZDIC consists of US-based defense and mining organizations as well as other industry partners for regional and national security projects.

The group addresses elements that impact the defense landscape, such as supply chain disruption, staffing shortages, and infrastructure upgrades.

For the partnership with Ukraine, AZDIC will facilitate the establishment of joint venture opportunities between Ukrainian and US defense companies interested in locating their production facilities in the country.

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