The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) is providing a new aid package worth SEK 135 million (approximately UAH 593 million) to strengthen Ukraine’s cyber resilience.
The funding is provided through the Tallinn Mechanism, an international initiative that helps strengthen Ukraine’s cyber defense through coordinated support from partner countries. The Tallinn Mechanism brings together 11 countries: the United Kingdom, Denmark, Estonia, Italy, Canada, the Netherlands, Germany, Poland, the United States, France, and Sweden. The EU, NATO, and the World Bank participate as observers. France and Sweden currently co-chair the initiative.
“It is extremely important that Ukraine can continue to provide its citizens with basic public services, access to information, and digital services in areas such as education, healthcare, and social protection. Sweden is now making a significant contribution to the development of cybersecurity. This will strengthen Ukraine’s ability to counter future attacks,” said Benjamin Dusa, Sweden’s Minister for International Development and Foreign Trade.
Sweden will assist a number of Ukrainian state institutions, including the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine and the National Health Service of Ukraine.
“Today, Ukraine is experiencing the most technological war in history. Cyberattacks occur daily, alongside missile strikes. Under such conditions, cyber resilience is not a matter of choice, but the foundation of a modern state’s security. Thanks to the support of partners such as Sweden, we are not only countering current threats, but also building a digital infrastructure capable of withstanding long-term pressure. The Tallinn Mechanism demonstrates that when international assistance is coordinated, it brings real results. We are grateful to our partners for their continued support,” said Valeria Ionan, Advisor to the Deputy Prime Minister — Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine on Innovation, Digitalization, and Global Partnerships.
Sida’s funding will enable the implementation of a number of critical projects, including upgrading IT infrastructure, improving email and application security, and training employees of key government agencies. The projects were selected using the online platform Katalog.
“If Ukrainian authorities do not have adequate cybersecurity, it will be difficult to provide basic public services, and many efforts to provide assistance may be undermined. By supporting the cybersecurity of Ukraine’s civil sector, we are increasing the long-term effectiveness of Swedish aid. Investments in cybersecurity strengthen trust in digital services and enhance Ukraine’s ability to withstand future attacks,” said Malin Pergult, head of Sida’s Ukrainian division.
Sida’s funding will come through the Estonian International Development Center (ESTDEV), an Estonian government fund responsible for managing and implementing international development and humanitarian aid projects.
The Tallinn Mechanism was established in 2023. It has implemented dozens of initiatives, ranging from cybersecurity assessments and training programs to the delivery of Starlink terminals, which play a key role in supporting Ukraine’s digital communications and resilience. The Tallinn Mechanism Project Office (TMPO), based in Kyiv, helps implement projects and facilitates cooperation between Ukrainian institutions and international partners. TMPO was established with the support of the Estonian Centre for International Development and EU CyberNet.
Sida — the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency — is a government agency that supports international projects that help improve the lives of people in less developed countries. Sida acts on behalf of the Swedish government and parliament and is funded by taxes.
Source: https://thedigital.gov.ua/
