Ukraine: joint energy projects to be implemented with Poland

On February 23, Minister of Energy of Ukraine German Galushchenko met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Poland to Ukraine Bartosz Cichocki. The topics discussed included deepening cooperation in the energy sector and the importance of Poland’s stand in imposing sanctions against rosatom. “We have a successful experience of cooperation with Poland…

Ukraine: trade turnover down in January 2023

In January, Ukraine’s trade turnover totaled $7.9 billion, down by 35% YoY. “In January, Ukraine imported goods to the tune of $4.8 billion and exported goods to the tune of $3.1 billion. At the same time, taxed imports totaled $4 billion, accounting for 83% of the total volume of imported goods,” the State Customs Service…

Ukraine: economic growth expected already this year

Ukraine is counting on economic growth already this year and intends to continue cooperation with partners on solving key issues, including business security, logistics and attracting foreign investment. “Ukraine has every opportunity to ensure economic growth this year. Despite the damage to the power grid, it now operates without disruption. We have all the necessary…

Ukraine: process of large-scale privatization to become more transparent, competitive and efficient

At a meeting on February 21, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the Procedure for holding electronic auctions during large-scale privatization. According to Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, the process will become more transparent, competitive and efficient. “The Government continues to reform corporate governance and privatization. Since the beginning of the year alone, the state has raised…