Ukraine, Denmark determine priorities for restoration of Mykolaiv region

The Ministry of Communities, Territories and Infrastructure Development of Ukraine, together with partners from Denmark, determined priorities for the reconstruction of Mykolaiv region and specific projects that will be implemented in the near future.

This was announced by Deputy Prime Minister for Restoration – Minister of Communities, Territories and Infrastructure Development of Ukraine Oleksandr Kubrakov, Ukrinform reports with reference to the Ministry's press service on Facebook.

"Ukraine–Denmark partnership in the reconstruction of Mykolaiv region is one of the vivid examples of interstate understanding, quick decision-making, and involvement in the process. Together, we have built a model in which both government structures, business, and patrons can participate in reconstruction. The priority of cooperation is projects to rebuild critical infrastructure, in particular, heat and water supply systems. It is important to complete them before the autumn-winter period," Kubrakov noted.

He added that Denmark has allocated $40 million for Ukraine’s reconstruction since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. The aid is aimed at restoring the heat supply to Mykolaiv and solving critical needs in the energy sector.

The partners also handed over two batches of construction equipment in the amount of 37 and 50 units.

To overcome the consequences of the explosion at the Kakhovka HPP, Denmark already handed over two high-capacity pumps, 35 tents, three boats with transport rafts, and a generator.

Five tankers to collect and transport water from the flooded areas, as well as several generators worth almost $1 million, were also sent through the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS).

As reported, on March 7, 2023, a memorandum on partnership was signed between Denmark, Mykolaiv city, and Mykolaiv region. The key areas of cooperation are infrastructure, effective governance, maritime industry, transport, urban planning, development of small and medium-sized enterprises, green transition, youth and culture.

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