153 ships with food pass through Black Sea humanitarian corridor
As of November 24, 153 civilian ships with food have already passed through the Black Sea humanitarian corridor, the security of which is ensured by the Ukrainian Navy.
Economy
GDP grows by 10.5% in Oct - economy ministry
As per preliminary estimates of the Ministry of Economy, GDP in October grew by 10.5% compared to October last year, thanks to a good harvest and stable operation of the temporary sea corridor.
Ukraine secures grain corridor in Black Sea on its own - Stefanishyna
Ukraine has ensured the restoration of the maritime corridor in the Black Sea for the export of grain, which is important for global food security, on its own.
Ukrainian farmers harvest 75.7M t of grains, oilseeds
As of November 24, 2023, Ukrainian farmers harvested 75.7 million tons of new grain and oilseeds.
24 November 2023
Gov’t passes decision allowing to attract German grant worth almost UAH 2B - PM
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine adopted a decision that will allow attracting a grant from Germany in the amount of almost UAH 2 billion.
Arming troops with Ukrainian-made weapons “priority” - defense minister
Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov met with Ukrainian arms manufacturers, noting that providing the Army with domestically-produced weapons systems is a priority for his ministry.
Grain from Ukraine conference was held in Istanbul
Today, the office of the Turkish Foreign Economic Relations Council (DEIK) in Istanbul hosted the Grain from Ukraine conference, where the humanitarian food program was presented to Turkish business representatives.
Finland to provide three million euros to Ukraine to support food security
Finland will provide €3 million in additional support to improve food security in Ukraine. In particular, the funds will be used to support grain exports and to help demine villages.
Ukraine, Lithuania agree to continue cooperation in recovery
Ukraine and Lithuania have signed a joint statement on continuing cooperation in the country's restoration.
Ukraine remains among three largest suppliers of agri-products to EU
Despite Russian war of aggression, as of November 2023, Ukraine remains the third largest supplier of agricultural products to the EU, behind only Brazil and the United Kingdom.
EU, several countries call on Russia to withdraw from ZNPP
Russia should immediately withdraw its troops, equipment, machinery and other personnel from the illegally seized Zaporizhzhia NPP, and full control over the plant should be returned to competent Ukrainian personnel.
Truck traffic on border with Slovakia unblocked - border guards
As of this morning, the Ukrainian-Slovak border is unblocked, and trucks are being allowed to cross as usual.
Polish carriers to block Medyka-Shehyni until Nov 26 - border guards
On the territory of Poland, the blockade in front of the Medyka checkpoint (Republic of Poland), adjacent to the Ukrainian checkpoint Shehyni, has resumed.
Finland’s government proposes amendments to budget to include support for Ukraine
Finland’s Government has submitted to Parliament a proposal to amend the 2024 budget. Among others, the proposal includes amendments related to support for Ukraine.
Three major Greek shipping companies stop transporting Russian oil – Reuters
Three major Greek shipping firms - Minerva Marine, Thenamaris and TMS Tankers - have stopped transporting Russian oil in recent weeks in order to avoid U.S. sanctions.
Finance ministry attracts $400M from WB under UK guarantee
The state budget of Ukraine received about USD 400 million under the guarantee of the United Kingdom through the World Bank Trust Fund.
Slovenia ready to provide EUR 5M in grant funds to finance Ukraine’s infrastructure reconstruction
The Republic of Slovenia has expressed willingness to provide up to EUR 5 million in grant funds to finance Ukraine’s infrastructure reconstruction projects.
Ukraine adds German Knauf to list of war sponsors
Ukraine's National Agency for Corruption Prevention (NACP) has added German building materials manufacturer Knauf to the list of international sponsors of the war.
Lviv mayor speaks of Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts in Canada
Lviv Mayor Andrii Sadovyi has discussed Ukraine’s large-scale reconstruction projects with local investors in Canada.
23 November 2023
Ukraine’s air defenses strengthened as Russia plotting massive attacks on energy system - minister
So far, there have been no massive Russian missile attacks on Ukraine's energy grid, but Russia is preparing to execute them. Thanks to the strengthened air defense system, Ukraine is ready to repel such attacks.
Polish farmers said blockade at Ukraine border to last until January
Polish farmers intend to block the Medyka checkpoint on the border with Ukraine until January 3.
Ukraine initiates creation of EU monitoring group over ongoing border blockade
Ukraine initiates the creation by the European Union of a monitoring group at the borders due to the ongoing blockade and existing plans to evacuate Ukrainian truck drivers.
Zelensky signs off two sanctions packages against 147 individuals, 303 legal entities associated with Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky signed two decrees, implementing the decision of the National Security and Defense Council of November 23 on introducing sanctions against 147 individuals and 303 legal entities associated with Russia’s potential.
Zelensky approves sanctions against 60 individuals, 93 legal entities linked to Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a decree enacting the decision of the National Security and Defense Council "On the Application of Personal Special Economic and Other Restrictive Measures (Sanctions)" against 60 individuals and 93 legal entities associated with Russia.
Ukraine receives almost 6,000 tons of energy equipment as foreign aid in 2023
This year, Ukraine has already received almost 6,000 tons of energy equipment as part of international humanitarian aid. Since Russia’s full-scale invasion, more than 10,500 tons of such equipment has arrived in the country.
Ambassador: Due to driver's death, Ukraine demands from Poland to unblock border traffic
Ukraine has sent an official note to the Polish Foreign Ministry demanding the urgent unblocking of the border, as this blockade poses real threats to human life and health.
Shmyhal, Dombrovskis discuss border blockade: Ukraine counts on European Commission’s assistance
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and Executive Vice-President of the European Commission Valdis Dombrovskis have held an online meeting and discussed support for Ukraine, namely the country’s budget deficit financing and the situation on the border with some EU Member States.
Shmyhal invites Australian companies to join Ukraine's reconstruction
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has invited Australian companies to join the post-war reconstruction of Ukraine.
War footing for the energy sector: why Ukraine's energy security depends on renewable energy development
Maryna Denysiuk, Senior Project Manager at the Reforms Delivery Office under the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, energy and climate expert