A report from Tokyo says Ukrainian drone makers are showcasing their systems at a trade fair, seeking deals with Japan and Taiwan. The Ukrainian companies see Japan as a gateway to the Asia-Pacific market, though Ukraine lacks diplomatic ties with Taiwan, potentially complicating agreements.
Ukrainian drone manufacturers are actively exploring sales partnerships in Japan and Taiwan, according to a report from the NTD news channel. The report, filed from Tokyo, notes that Japanese security reforms and rising tensions with China have increased Tokyo's interest in a variety of weapons, including drones. Ukrainian producers view Japan as a gateway to the wider Asia-Pacific and Indo-Pacific regions.
The manufacturers are also examining potential deals with Taiwan, despite the absence of formal diplomatic relations between Kyiv and Taipei — a hurdle that could slow or block any agreement. The report describes ongoing participation by Ukrainian firms in a Tokyo drone exhibition.
Ukraine's unmanned aerial vehicle sector has grown rapidly in the context of the Russia-Ukraine war, with Ukrainian-made drones now in operational use by Kyiv's forces. The Zioneer has previously reported on Ukrainian drone exports and attacks on Russian targets, but the push into East Asian markets is a new development in the industry's global reach. Details on specific deals, timetables, or volumes have not been disclosed.
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