Herman Smetanin
Herman Smetanin is the Minister of Strategic Industries of Ukraine, known for his role in enhancing the country’s defense capabilities. He has been involved in discussions to boost local production of drones and other military technologies, emphasizing the importance of partnerships with international companies. Recently, he announced that the German drone manufacturer Quantum Systems plans to double its production in Ukraine by 2025, showcasing his commitment to localizing and advancing Ukraine's defense industry.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Romania | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 17,025 | $250,000 | 221$ |
| Totals | 1 | 19,237,691 | 17,025 | $250,000 | 221$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Romania:
Herman Smetanin was the minister for Strategic Industries who made the Bars drone public in April 2025.
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Ukraine:
Herman Smetanin stated that in 2022, weapons worth $1 billion were produced.
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Ukraine:
Herman Smetanin, the former head of the Ministry of Strategic Industries, discussed Ukraine's arms production.
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Russia:
Herman Smetanin may head Ukroboronprom following the government changes.
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Ukraine:
Herman Smetanin will become the head of the state defense industry company 'Ukrainian Defense Industry'.
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Ukraine:
Herman Smetanin will head Ukroboronprom.
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Russia:
Herman Smetanin will head the Ukroboronprom, the state defense industry.
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Croatia:
Herman Smetanin is referenced as the Ukrainian minister for strategic industry involved in defense agreements.
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Ukraine:
Herman Smetanin is included in the delegation.
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Croatia:
Herman Smetanin is the Ukrainian Minister for Strategic Industry involved in defense production agreements.
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