DOD Webinar Tomorrow: How Defense Communities Can Support Ukraine

January 30, 2024
Congress/DoD | On Base | Russia-Ukraine

DOD’s Office of Intergovernmental Affairs is hosting a webinar Wednesday to “educate city and state partners about the role local communities and domestic industries play in Ukraine’s industrial base impacts and direct industrial investments,” according to an announcement.

The webinar will take place Wednesday at 4 p.m. Eastern time, featuring briefers from the departments of State, Defense and Veterans Affairs. It will cover the domestic economic impact and how states can proactively engage in international efforts.

How to Join

Register in advance to receive information on how to join the call.

Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Amanda H. Johnson

January 30, 2024
Congress/DoD | On Base | Russia-Ukraine

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