Latvia–Ukraine Security and Defense Industry Cooperation Forum Held in Riga

On January 28, 2026, Riga hosted a large-scale Latvia–Ukraine security and defense industry cooperation forum, bringing together industry leaders, researchers, and entrepreneurs from both countries. The forum's goal was to accelerate the adoption of innovation and foster the joint development of production capacity.

Particular emphasis was placed on how lessons learned on the Ukrainian battlefield can serve as a foundation for resilient, field-tested technologies.

The forum also featured a large exhibition showcasing solutions from 60 companies — 30 from Latvia and 30 from Ukraine. Several cooperation memoranda were signed during the event, strengthening the long-term partnership between the two countries' defense industries.