“For several years, we
have effectively collaborated with Ukraine, offering vital skills and
exchanging information,” stated NCI Agency General Manager Ludwig Decamps. “Under
this extended agreement, we will strengthen our partnership with Ukraine to
assist them in upgrading their information technology and communications
services, while also identifying areas where training for their people may be
necessary.” Our professionals are eager to continue this crucial collaboration.”
Since the Agency’s
Supervisory Board authorised the initial agreement in 2015, the Agency has
continually helped Ukraine in technological problems, particularly through the
NATO-Ukraine Command, Control, Communication, and Computers (C4) Trust Fund.
“The Memorandum signed
today continues our cooperation established in 2015. With NATO’s support, we
plan to further introduce modern information technologies and services into the
command and control system of the Armed Forces of Ukraine,” said Ambassador Galibarenko.
Projects include delivering
secure communications equipment to Ukraine, which is still used today.
Under this agreement,
the NATO-Ukraine Regional Airspace Security Programme (RASP) was also formed to
offer early notice and cooperation on airspace risks. The system contains an
integrated IP phone system. It provides operators with tools to assist them to connect,
including chat, geographical markers, and aircraft track highlighting. The
units are linked by a proprietary network independent from the Internet.
Work with Ukraine also
involves a Knowledge Sharing Initiative. Agency subject matter experts share
their knowledge of NATO best practices for improving capabilities in the
Command, Control, Communications, and Computers (C4) area.