Ukraine exports 4.2M t of grains, pulses
In the 2023/2024 marketing year (MY) (from July 1 to August 28, 2023), Ukraine exported almost 4.2 million tonnes of grains and legumes.
Economy
Centerenergo plans to increase coal imports to stock up before winter
Centernergo PJSC intends to import coal for the autumn-winter period of 2023-2024.
27 August 2023
Second vessel reaches Romania’s waters after navigating through Black Sea corridor
The second vessel, which used to stay blocked in Ukraine due to Russian armed aggression, has successfully reached Romania’s territorial waters.
Minister Strilets: Amount of damage to environment increased fivefold in a year
Over the year, the amount of damage caused to Ukraine’s environment increased fivefold.
More than 100 health facilities destroyed by Russians already rebuilt in Kyiv region
More than 100 health facilities, which had been destroyed in Russian attacks, were rebuilt in the Kyiv region.
Türkiye sees alternative routes for grain exports from Ukraine as risky
The Turkish side considers any alternative ways to the Black Sea Grain Initiative as risky and, thus, Türkiye continues efforts in cooperation with all parties at all levels to resume the operation of the ‘grain corridor’.
26 August 2023
NBU sells $590.15M on interbank foreign exchange market
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has sold USD 590.15 million on the interbank foreign exchange market over the past week.
Second vessel leaves Odesa Port after Russia’s grain deal exit
On the morning of August 26, 2023, the bulk carrier PRIMUS left the water area of Odesa Port, which is the second vessel to have departed from Ukraine’s Black Sea ports since Russia terminated the Grain Deal.
Twenty-two damaged objects under renovation in Kharkiv region
Twenty-two objects damaged by Russian attacks are now under renovation in the Kharkiv district.
MFA considers further restrictions on agricultural imports from Ukraine unacceptable
The Ukrainian Foreign Affairs Ministry has paid attention to a statement made by Poland’s agriculture minister regarding the approval of further import restrictions on Ukrainian grain until the end of 2023 on the part of Poland, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Romania and Hungary.
Russians have already stolen almost 4M tonnes of grain in occupied territories
A total of 3.7 million tonnes of Ukrainian grain have been stolen in the temporarily occupied territories, excluding the Crimean peninsula.
Heineken sells its assets in Russia
Dutch beer producer Heineken has announced the sale of its assets in Russia.
25 August 2023
Russia's strikes on grain exports are blows to global security – President
Russia's efforts to destroy grain exports in the Black Sea region are planned blows to global security, aimed at provoking crises in various regions of the planet.
Ukraine remains one of most important agri-exporters to EU - EC
Despite Russia's war, Ukraine remains in third place among the most important exporters of agricultural products to the EU and ranks 14th among the most important importers of European agricultural products.
Things that contribute to Ukraine’s economic resilience during the war of Independence
International assistance, banking system stability, and business support programs are among the present-day “lifelines” for the national economy
H&M resumes operations in Ukraine
The Swedish company H&M has announced that it plans to gradually reopen most of its stores in Ukraine starting in November this year.
About 10 companies to sign memorandum on work in Crimea after de-occupation - Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced the signing of a memorandum with a number of leading companies on their work in Crimea after the de-occupation of the peninsula.
24 August 2023
Some 47.5 thousand Ukrainians already involved in Army of Reconstruction project
As of August 24, 2023, a total of 47,464 Ukrainians were taking part in socially useful works under the Army of Reconstruction project.
Norway allocates NOK 1.5B to ensure Ukraine’s electricity, gas imports
The Government of Norway is allocating NOK 1.5 billion via the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to ensure the import of natural gas and electricity to Ukraine.
Shmyhal, Portuguese president discuss economic cooperation, reconstruction
At a meeting in Kyiv, Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and President of Portugal Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa discussed the development of bilateral economic cooperation, as well as the reconstruction of Ukraine.
Hungary insists on extending ban on import of Ukrainian grain beyond September 15
Hungary will ask the EU to extend the ban on the import of Ukrainian grain to the five EU countries beyond September 15.
Over 40M tons of Ukrainian grain shipped through Solidarity Lanes - EU spokesman
The EU's Solidarity Lanes allowed for the safe transportation of more than 40 million metric tons of Ukrainian agricultural products, and this number is growing.
Russian attacks target Nibulon’s warehouse facilities
On the night of August 23, 2023, Russian troops attacked the warehouse facilities of Nibulon LLC, a Mykolaiv-based agricultural company.
Ukraine, Finland prime ministers discuss situation in energy sector
At a meeting in Kyiv, Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and Prime Minister of Finland Petteri Orpo discussed the situation in the energy sector.
UK to allocate EUR 225M for Ukraine's nuclear security
The UK government will provide loan guarantees in the amount of GBP 192 million (EUR 225 million) to strengthen Ukraine's energy security and help the nation rid of nuclear fuel dependence on the Russian Federation.
23 August 2023
Canada imposes additional sanctions on Russia
Canada has imposed additional sanctions against individuals and companies responsible for war of aggression against Ukraine.
Kubrakov: 13,000 t of grain destroyed in Russian attack on Izmail port
As a result of the eighth Russian attack on port infrastructure with kamikaze drones, 13,000 tonnes of grain were destroyed in the port of Izmail.
UN collecting money from donors to support Ukraine in winter period
The United Nations, together with partners, announced a fundraiser to support Ukraine in the cold months.
244 km of roads, 20 bridges repaired in Mykolayiv region this year
Since the beginning of the year, 244 km of roads and 20 bridges have been repaired in Mykolayiv region.