Lithuania is considering purchasing air defense systems from South Korea
Lithuania is exploring the purchase of South Korean air defense systems and anti-drone technology to bolster its national security. The government is prioritizing rapid delivery and potential industrial cooperation, such as local manufacturing, to address regional security threats.
Why it matters
This highlights the growing defense partnership between NATO members and South Korea as nations seek reliable, quickly deployable military hardware amid rising geopolitical tensions.
--> Lithuania is considering purchasing small-scale air defense systems and anti-drone capabilities from South Korea. Officials in Vilnius say that when selecting equipment, it is not only its specifications and cost that matter, but also how quickly it can be delivered.
Lithuanian Defense Minister Robertas Kaunas discussed the potential purchase with South Korean Ambassador to Lithuania Choi Yong-jeong. The two sides also discussed broader cooperation between the two countries in the defense sector. Kaunas noted that Lithuania is currently seeking opportunities to strengthen its air defense. The country is paying particular attention to systems capable of defending against drones and low-altitude aerial targets.
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