The US government could soon allow private US military contractors to operate in Ukraine to maintain and service weapons supplied by the United States (the “MC Policy”), according to a recent CNN news report. The anticipated arrival of multirole fighter aircrafts in Ukraine, which require regular maintenance, has reportedly influenced the development of the MC Policy. The MC Policy is still under review by administration officials and awaits final approval from President Biden. INSURANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONSBeyond obvious concerns about the safety and security of staff and facilities, US military contractors will face insurance challenges when entering Ukraine’s military market. NEXT STEPSThe potential deployment of US military contractors to Ukraine marks an important and promising policy shift.

Source: CNN July 23, 2024 18:15 UTC