No More “Made in China”: Ukraine Inches Closer to Self-Sufficient FPV Drone Manufacturing
Published on January 7, 2025
By the end of 2024, the Defense Forces will receive about 2 million FPV drones. This will make their impact and role on the battlefield comparable to that of classical artillery. However, their supply may be in jeopardy as China has begun restricting exports of drone components, which could undermine our country’s defense capabilities.
Leading Ukrainian manufacturers are already experiencing the impact of these restrictions and are seeking alternative solutions to maintain purchases. Meanwhile, Bloomberg reports that the Chinese government’s actions are likely just the beginning, with broader export restrictions on drone parts potentially being implemented as early as the new year.