Damage to Ukraine’s infrastructure exceeds $10B – UNDP, World Bank
Damage to Ukraine’s power, gas, and heating infrastructure exceeds $10 billion, according to a new assessment by the United Nations Development Programme and World Bank.
Economy
Minister Fedorov: Economic effect of sick leave e-certificates estimated at UAH 4B
Ukrainians have already generated more than 13.6 million sick leave e-certificates. The economic effect resulting from the introduction of this tool has been estimated at about UAH 4 billion.
Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister declares readiness to participate in restoration of Ukraine
Deputy Prime Minister – Minister for Infrastructure and Transport of Italy Matteo Salvini says that the government is ready to participate in the post-war reconstruction of Ukraine by all possible means.
05 April 2023
Zelensky invites Polish investors to Ukraine’s future reconstruction
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has invited Polish investors to take part in Ukraine’s future reconstruction.
Ukraine, Poland sign separate document on cooperation in reconstruction
The representatives of Ukraine and Poland have signed a separate document on cooperation in reconstruction.
Defense Ministry to fully launch State Anti-Corruption Program after martial law ends – Reznikov
The Ukrainian Defense Ministry has to prepare 25 regulatory documents as part of the State Anti-Corruption Program for 2023-2025. The program will be fully launched after martial law ends.
German companies ready to contribute to Ukraine’s energy infrastructure reconstruction – Kubrakov
German companies are ready to contribute to the reconstruction of Ukraine’s energy infrastructure objects, which have been damaged due to the Russian full-scale invasion.
Ukraine, Germany strengthen cooperation for ‘green’ recovery
Ukraine and Germany signed a statement on the expansion of energy partnership for the "green" recovery and reconstruction of the Ukrainian energy industry.
Ukraine terminates tourism agreement with Belarus
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has terminated the Ukrainian-Belarusian agreement on cooperation in the field of tourism.
Ukraine’s new commercial vehicle sales rise 11% in March
In March 2023, 805 new commercial vehicles were purchased and registered in Ukraine, which is 11% higher compared with the previous month, according to the Ukrainian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association (Ukrautoprom).
Western Allies to plan assistance to Ukraine for a longer period of time
Since the beginning of the year, Ukraine has received fewer new promises, with some exceptions, to supply arms, but the commitments become more long-term.
Ukraine’s sugar exports grow almost fivefold - Ukrtsukor
In the current marketing year (September 1, 2022 to March 28, 2023), Ukraine exported 265,000 tonnes of sugar, which is 4.8 times more than in the previous marketing year.
Ukraine has already received €15M from donor countries to restore Chornobyl zone
Ukraine has received EUR 15 million from donors for the reconstruction of the Chornobyl zone, and a total of EUR 225 million is expected to arrive from international partners.
04 April 2023
Almost 1,900 Ukrainian settlements need reconstruction – Head of State
Almost 1,900 Ukrainian cities and villages need reconstruction due to Russian armed aggression.
Ukraine will spend IMF funds on social benefits, pensions, salaries - PM
Ukraine will use IMF funds to finance priority expenditures, including pensions, social benefits and salaries for teachers and doctors.
U.S., EU support Ukraine's, Moldova's transition to clean energy
The U.S.-EU Energy Council intends to continue to support Ukraine and Moldova by assisting with their long-term economic and clean energy transition.
NACP: 24,000 individuals, entities already on list of sponsors of war
Twenty-four thousand individuals and legal entities have already been put on the list of sponsors and those involved in the war unleashed by Russia.
German business ready to expand presence on Ukrainian market – PM Shmyhal
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and Germany’s Vice Chancellor, Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection of the Federal Republic of Germany Robert Habeck, representatives of German companies have discussed the mechanisms for expanding production and the presence of German businesses in Ukraine.
Economy ministry: German businesses to be involved in Ukraine’s reconstruction
German businesses are expanding their presence in Ukraine, demonstrating investment confidence.
Over 350 special subsurface management licenses sold in Ukraine via online auctions
In less than three years, the Ukrainian State Service for Geology and Mineral Resources sold 352 special licenses for subsurface management operations, totaling UAH 3.8 billion, via electronic auctions.
Ukraine to strengthen cooperation with neighbors in gas transportation
Ukraine seeks to strengthen cooperation with Poland, Slovakia, Romania, and Moldova in the field of transportation of natural and decarbonized gases.
Ukrgasvydobuvannya puts into service highest-capacity gas well in past 2.5 years
Ukrgasvydobuvannya JSC, which is part of Naftogaz Group, has drilled an exploration well with a daily production rate exceeding 460,000 cubic meters.
03 April 2023
Ukraine gets first IMF tranche worth $2.7B
The International Monetary Fund issued Ukraine the first US$2.7 billion tranche under a new Extended Fund Facility.
S&P upgrades Ukrzaliznytsia’s rating to highest-possible level amid martial law
The international credit rating agency, S&P Global Ratings, has upgraded the rating of Ukrzaliznytsia JSC to CCC+.
Ukraine, Slovakia extend increased firm capacity for gas imports
Gas Transmission System Operator of Ukraine LLC (GTSOU) and Slovakia’s Eustream have agreed to extend the validity period of the increased firm capacity for gas imports until September 30, 2023.
Ukrenergo CEO outlines four components of preparations for next winter
Four key components are needed to prepare Ukraine’s energy system for the next winter period and possible terrorist attacks from Russia.
02 April 2023
Digital Transformation Ministry plans to involve Apple in post-war national census
The Ukrainian Digital Transformation Ministry is planning to contribute to conducting the post-war national census and use the data from registers to simplify the procedure.
Ukraine planning to become European hub for renewable energy development
Ukraine is planning to become a European hub for the development of renewable energy, especially solar and wind generation, as well as hydrogen technologies and bioenergy.
First Swiss tram Tram 2000 delivered to Vinnytsia
The first Swiss tram Tram 2000 has already been delivered to Vinnytsia.