The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) is providing a new support package of SEK 135 million (approximately UAH 593 million) to strengthen Ukraine’s cyber resilience. The funding will be delivered under the Tallinn Mechanism – an international initiative aimed at strengthening Ukraine’s cyber defense by making international assistance more effective and coordinated among partner countries.
The Tallinn Mechanism currently includes 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 take part as observers. France and Sweden serve as co-chairs of the initiative.
Sweden’s support will focus on Ukrainian government authorities that Sida has previously collaborated with, including the Ministry of Economy and the National Health Service of Ukraine.
“It is crucial that Ukraine can continue to provide citizens with basic public services, access to information, and digital services in areas such as education, healthcare, and social care. Sweden is now making a significant contribution to invest in cybersecurity. This will make Ukraine more resilient against future attacks.
Benjamin Dousa
Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade of Sweden
Sida’s funding will support a wide range of projects, including IT infrastructure upgrades, improved email and application security, and staff training across key government institutions. The selected initiatives were identified through the Catalog, an online platform that matches Ukraine’s cybersecurity needs with donor priorities.
“If Ukrainian authorities lack sufficient cybersecurity, it becomes difficult to deliver essential public services, and many aid efforts are at risk of being undermined. By supporting Ukraine’s civilian cybersecurity, we increase the long-term effectiveness of Swedish assistance. Investing in cybersecurity builds trust in digital services and strengthens Ukraine’s ability to withstand future attacks.
Malin Perhult
Head of the Ukraine Unit at Sida
Sweden’s support is extremely important, especially as the number of cyberattacks targeting Ukraine’s civilian and critical infrastructure continues to rise. In 2024, 4,315 cyber incidents were recorded. This is more than three times the number in 2021. While Ukraine has comparatively strong cybersecurity, it’s not enough in the face of escalating threats.
“Today, Ukraine is facing the most technologically advanced war in history. Cyberattacks occur daily, alongside missile strikes. In these conditions, cyber resilience is not a matter of choice — it is the foundation of a modern state’s security. With support from partners like Sweden, we are not only addressing immediate threats but building a digital infrastructure capable of withstanding long-term pressure. The Tallinn Mechanism demonstrates that when international assistance is well-coordinated, it produces tangible results. We are grateful to our partners for their continued support.
Valeriya Ionan
Advisor to the Deputy Prime Minister — Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine on Innovations, Digitalisation and Global Partnerships
Sida’s support will be channeled through the Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV), an Estonian government foundation that supports development cooperation, digitalisation, and capacity building.
The Tallinn Mechanism was launched in 2023. Since then, dozens of initiatives have been implemented – from cybersecurity assessments and training programs to the delivery of Starlink terminals that play a vital role in maintaining Ukraine’s digital connectivity and resilience. The Tallinn Mechanism Project Office (TMPO), based in Kyiv, coordinates the implementation of activities and supports collaboration between Ukrainian institutions and international partners. TMPO is supported by the Estonian Centre for International Development and EU CyberNet.
Sida – the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency – is a government agency working to create better living conditions for people living in poverty and under oppression around the world. Sida works on behalf of the Swedish government and parliament and the agency's activities are funded through Swedish tax revenue.
We thank our partners for their ongoing commitment to Ukraine’s digitalisation and cybersecurity.
