The primary focus of the negotiations is the program for supplying Ukraine with F-16 fighter jets.
"We expect the next batch of aircraft to be delivered in 2025, while pilot, engineering, and technical training continues," Umerov said.
“The Netherlands plays a key role in the Air Force Coalition, supporting the development of our aviation infrastructure and capabilities.”
The ministers also coordinated the allocation of the previously announced 400 million euros ($416 million) and prepared large-scale joint projects related to long-range drone capabilities.
"Also on the agenda: artillery ammunition, air defense, and interceptor missiles," Umerov added.
“The Netherlands has a clear understanding of our needs and is ready to help.”
Additionally, the ministers synchronized plans for the arrival of aid, its effective use on the battlefield, and support for operations.
Background on F-16s in Ukraine
During the 20th anniversary of the Ukrainian Air Force on Aug. 4, Zelenskyy confirmed the delivery of F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. Several F-16s, along with MiG-29 and Su-27 aircraft, flew over Ukrainian skies during a welcoming ceremony for the troops.
According to The Economist, Ukraine has received 10 of the promised 79 F-16s, and by the end of 2024, Ukrainian forces are expected to have the capability to operate 20 F-16 fighter jets.
Ukraine experienced its first F-16 crash on Aug. 26, resulting in the death of Ukrainian Air Force Lt. Col. Oleksandr Mes.
The U.S.-based Institute for the Study of War reported on Oct. 12 that a Ukrainian F-16 may have shot down a Russian Su-34 fighter jet for the first time.
The Danish government has approved the transfer of two more batches of F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. Kyiv has already received six aircraft, with a total of 19 F-16s expected.
It was reported on Nov. 20 that the Netherlands had delivered the last two of the 18 promised F-16 fighter jets to a training center in Romania, where Ukrainian pilots and ground personnel are undergoing training.
On Jan. 2, 2025, Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine Serhiy Melnyk announced that the training period for Ukrainian pilots on Western F-16 fighter jets had been reduced by nearly three months.