Ukraine: Government allocates UAH 518.3 million to enhance backup IT systems for state authorities

Amid Russian attacks on digital infrastructure, the Government has allocated UAH 518.3 million from the State Budget’s reserve fund to enhance backup IT systems used by state authorities. This was announced by Prime Minister of Ukraine Sergii Koretskyi. “The funds will be used to create geographically separated backup environments and sites, cloud infrastructure, and to…

Armenia: deputy prime minister discusses economic ties with French ambassador

Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan has met with the newly appointed French Ambassador Florian Escudie, discussing opportunities to develop the strategic partnership and trade and economic cooperation. The two also exchanged views on opportunities to expand the presence of France-backed companies in Armenia’s economy. The deputy prime minister welcomed and congratulated the ambassador on his…

Ukraine: Ministry of Energy and UNDP launch energy equipment installation facility to accelerate restoration of power system

The Ministry of Energy of Ukraine and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) have launched the Ukraine Energy Equipment Installation Facility (UEIF), a nationwide platform that will help finance and coordinate the final stages of project implementation – engineering assessments, site preparation, equipment installation, grid connection, commissioning and quality control. The decision to launch the…