Economy

Netherlands pledges EUR 65M to Ukraine Energy Support Fund

The Dutch government has committed EUR 65 million to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund to assist in critical infrastructure repairs and preparation for the upcoming heating season.

Farmers sow a third of early spring grains and legumes in Vinnytsia region

Farmers in the Vinnytsia region have sown a third of the area allocated for early spring grains and legumes.

Ukraine and Poland set to expand agricultural trade

Poland has a strong demand for organic products, protein feed, rapeseed, and soybean meal, creating opportunities for Ukrainian agricultural producers to expand supplies.

NABU: Ukraine risks losing UAH 1.6B due to Naftogaz inaction

The Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) and the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) have urged the acting head of Naftogaz to take a responsible approach to prevent the loss of UAH 1.6 billion that could be recovered from abroad.

Ukrainian PM, Czech president discuss defense cooperation

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and Czech President Petr Pavel, who is on an official visit to Kyiv, have discussed economic cooperation and defense-industrial collaboration.

U.S. willing to lead Ukraine nuclear plant – energy secretary

The United States is ready to take over the management of a nuclear power plant in Ukraine if the political decision is made to do so.

Trump confirms intention to sign minerals deal with Ukraine

On Thursday, US President Donald Trump confirmed his intention to conclude an agreement with Ukraine on the joint development of rare earth minerals.

Ukraine imports seeds mostly from EU and USA in 2024

In 2024, Ukraine’s seed imports were primarily sourced from the European Union, with hybrid corn comprising the largest share and rapeseed purchases showing notable growth.

EU-US tariff war could lead to 7% fall of global GDP - EU commissioner

Escalation around mutual trade tariffs between the United States and the European Union is of no benefit to either side.

Economy, European integration on agenda of PM's meeting with EU Commissioner

Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and EU Commissioner for Economic and Monetary Affairs Valdis Dombrovskis discussed at their meeting in Kyiv on March 20 Ukraine’s European integration and continued sanctions policy against Russia.

EU exploring ways to plug gaps in Ukraine financing following USAID assistance cuts - Dombrovskis

In the wake of termination of humanitarian and other types of assistance earlier run by USAID, the EU is looking into the need to cover financing gaps for projects in Ukraine.

Customs office reveals volume of imported drones, spare parts

During the first two months of 2025, drones worth a total of $232.3 million and components for them worth $43.4 million were imported into Ukraine.

Ukraine and Denmark discuss financing and speed of defense production

Deputy Defense Minister Serhiy Boyev and the team of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine presented proposals to the Danish delegation to direct funds to the Ukrainian defense industry.

European Commission transfers EUR 1B to Ukraine under G7 loan

The European Commission announced today that it has disbursed €1 billion under its part of the G7 loan to Ukraine, to be repaid with proceeds from immobilized Russian assets.

State budget general fund expenditures reach UAH 324.1B in February – Finance Ministry

In February 2025, expenditures from the general fund of Ukraine’s state budget totaled UAH 324.1 billion. Combined with January’s expenditures, the total for the first two months reached UAH 538.2 billion, which is 26.7% more than the same period last year.

EBRD Nuclear Safety Department Director sees damaged Shelter arch at Chornobyl NPP

Minister of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources Svitlana Hrynchuk showed the Shelter arch at the Chornobyl nuclear power plant, recently damaged by a Russian drone, to the chief of the nuclear safety department at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.

Ukraine officials talk cooperation with Czech defense industry

Minister for Strategic Industries Herman Smetanin and Advisor to the President on Strategic Issues Oleksandr Kamyshin held a series of meetings with the leadership of Czech defense companies, agreeing to expand partnership in the production of defense goods.

Ukraine to strengthen energy cooperation with Netherlands and Denmark

Ukraine is discussing with the Netherlands the potential use of its domestic gas storage facilities to support the energy needs of EU Member States, while also collaborating with Denmark on projects to rebuild damaged energy infrastructure.

Zelensky: Black Sea Corridor to operate whether Russia wants it or not

President Volodymyr Zelensky said the Black Sea Maritime Corridor would work regardless of whether Russia wants it or not.

Mykolaiv region’s administration shares details on winter crop conditions

In the Mykolaiv region, 90% of winter crops successfully endured the winter, while 10% are reported to be in a weakened or thinned condition.

Ukraine completes 13 steps to get EUR 3.5B tranche from EU

The main purpose of the third tranche, worth EUR 3.5 billion, under the Ukraine Facility, approved by the EU Council today, is to support macro-financial stability. In order to secure this money, Ukraine has taken 13 steps in reforms and transformations.

EU Council approves EUR 3.5B in aid for Ukraine – Shmyhal

The Council of the European Union has approved the allocation of EUR 3.5 billion to Ukraine under the Ukraine Facility program.

Finance Ministry denies tax increases for sole proprietors

The Ministry of Finance of Ukraine has denied false information regarding plans to increase taxes for sole proprietors.

Power supply restrictions for industry, business on Mon

In Ukraine, a restriction on electricity capacity for industry and business is scheduled for March 17.

Russian attacks on Ukraine’s gas production infrastructure: the aftermath and forecasts

Tax Service reveals amount of military tax revenues since start of year

Ukrainian taxpayers transferred a total of UAH 51.2 billion in military tax to the budget in 2024. In just the first two months of 2025, they have already paid UAH 22.1 billion.

Fund managers fail to submit 13.5% of budget programs on time - Hetmantsev

Out of 453 budget programs, 13.5% were not submitted by fund managers to the Ministry of Finance for approval within the established deadline. Additionally, 27% of the submitted programs were rejected due to not meeting the required standards.

PM Shmyhal meets Austrian FM to discuss economy, EU integration

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal held a productive meeting with Austrian Federal Minister for European and International Affairs Beate Meinl-Reisinger to discuss economic cooperation and Ukraine's path toward European integration.

Ukraine needs to import 2.5 bcm of gas to prepare for winter – expert

To prepare for the heating season, Ukraine will need to import 2.5-3 billion cubic meters of natural gas if gas production resumes.