Ukraine lacks funding to produce interceptor drones - Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Ukraine lacks the funding to produce interceptor drones.
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Ukraine’s largest technology conference IT Arena 2025 kicks off in Lviv
The largest event for Ukraine’s IT sector, IT Arena 2025, is taking place at the Lviv Arena Stadium on September 26-28, 2025. This event annually brings together leading experts, entrepreneurs, investors, and startup teams from around the world.
26 September 2025
European Commission offers to use frozen Russian assets for €140 billion loan to Ukraine – Politico
The European Commission has offered to use immobilized Russian assets to finance a new €140 billion loan for Ukraine.
25 September 2025
Ukraine and EU extend ‘transport visa-free regime’ until March 2027
Ukraine and the European Commission have extended the Agreement on the Liberalization of Freight Transport for another 15 months.
Zelensky discusses increasing U.S. investment in Ukraine with representatives of leading U.S. companies
During his visit to New York, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with presidents and CEOs of leading American companies to discuss expanding investment in Ukraine and supporting its economy.
Ukraine’s budget to save at least UAH 15B annually by cutting inefficient programmes – Hetmantsev
By canceling ‘non-mandatory’ and inefficient budget-funded programmes, at least UAH 15 billion annually can be redirected to more urgent needs.
China cancels unofficial subsidies for copper and nickel imports from Russia — intelligence
In September, the Chinese government canceled unofficial subsidies that helped state-owned companies import copper and nickel from Russia. Previously, these benefits, in the form of discounts or fixed payments, compensated for logistics costs and provided competitive advantages to Russian suppliers.
24 September 2025
EU 'reparations loan' for Ukraine could reach EUR 130B – Reuters
The European Union's "reparations loan" for Ukraine could be up to 130 billion euros, according to EU officials close to the talks, with the size to be finalized after the International Monetary Fund's assessment of Ukraine's financing needs in 2026 and 2027.
Ukraine should create its own Silicon Valley —TechnoSport Federation president
Ukraine, which is experiencing rapid technological development and ranks first in Europe for FPV drone production, would benefit from establishing its own Silicon Valley.
Russian drones target locomotives and electrical substations — Ukrzaliznytsia head
Since mid-summer, Russia has intensified its strikes on Ukraine’s railway infrastructure, launching an average of six to seven Shahed drones nearly every night.
Ukraine successfully passes EU screening on tough food safety chapter – Ministry of Economy
Ukraine has completed bilateral screening meetings with the European Commission on Chapter 12 of the EU accession negotiations, titled 'Food Safety, Veterinary and Phytosanitary Policy'.
Ukraine already exported over 4 million tonnes of wheat in MY 2025/26
As of September 22, since the start of the 2025/2026 marketing year, Ukraine has exported 5.82 million tonnes of grain and leguminous crops, including 4.02 million tonnes of wheat.
23 September 2025
Russia’s Astrakhan gas processing plant halts operations after drone attack – Reuters
Russia’s Astrakhan gas processing plant, owned by Gazprom, halted production of motor fuel on September 22 after a fire caused by a drone attack.
Another blackout at Zaporizhzhia NPP
The only power transmission line supplying the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) has been disconnected.
Ukraine and South Korea preparing 13 more joint economic projects
Deputy Prime Minister for Restoration and Minister for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine, Oleksii Kuleba, held talks with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Korea, Koo Yun Cheol, to discuss next steps in implementing joint infrastructure projects.
22 September 2025
Ukraine proposes expanding Grain from Ukraine program to more African countries
Deputy Minister of Economy, Environment, and Agriculture of Ukraine, Denys Bashlyk, met with a delegation from the UN World Food Programme (WFP) in Ukraine, led by Director Richard Ragan.
Naftogaz and Western partners allocate $2.5B to purchase gas for Ukraine
Naftogaz, together with its international partners, has allocated US$2.5 billion to purchase gas for Ukraine.
Zelensky signs law introducing special rules for Defense City residents
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a law aimed at creating favorable conditions for defense industry companies and strengthening Ukraine’s defense capabilities.
21 September 2025
Ukrainian intelligence: Tax pressure in Russia is growing, banks will be first to be hit
Amid its protracted war against Ukraine and a rapidly widening budget deficit (4.19 trillion rubles in the first eight months of 2025 – nearly four times the planned figure), Russia's only realistic scenario for maintaining financial stability remains another tax increase.
Ukraine already has initial offers for exporting its weapons – Zelensky
Ukraine has already received initial proposals from partners for the export of its domestically produced modern weapons.
Kremlin cannot exit war against Ukraine without crisis – intelligence
The Kremlin cannot sharply cut military spending without triggering an economic collapse, yet continuing to finance the war is becoming increasingly difficult.
Russian businesses fall to lowest level in 15 years - intel
The number of registered businesses in Russia has fallen to its lowest level since 2010, and as of September 1, 2025, only 3.17 million enterprises remained in the Unified State Register of Legal Entities of the Russian Federation.
20 September 2025
International businesses to invest $100M in Ukraine’s defense tech industry
The Defense Tech Valley Summit 2025 has taken place in the city of Lviv. Following the event, Ukrainian defense industry companies managed to attract USD 100 million in development investments.
19 September 2025
Bread prices in Ukraine continue to increase monthly – expert
Bread prices in Ukraine continue to rise every month, with forecasts suggesting that by the end of 2025, they will increase by 11–23%, depending on the type of product.
IAEA adopts resolution calling on Russia to withdraw from Zaporizhzhia NPP
The General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has adopted a resolution 'Nuclear Safety, Nuclear Security, and Safeguards in Ukraine', which calls on Russia to immediately de-occupy the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP).
18 September 2025
Svyrydenko outlines Ukraine's 2026 budget priorities to World Bank official
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, during a meeting with World Bank Managing Director of Operations Anna Bjerde, presented the priorities for Ukraine's state budget for 2026 to secure continued institutional support.
Banking expert predicts no exchange rate ‘surprises’ in late Sept 2025
In the last week of September 2025, there will be no particular threats to the exchange rate stability.
Australia lowers Russian oil price cap, imposes sanctions on Russia’s “shadow fleet”
The Australian government is lowering the price cap on Russian oil to USD 47.60 and imposing targeted sanctions on a further 95 vessels belonging to Russia’s “shadow fleet.”
Minister Grynchuk, international partners discuss situation at Zaporizhzhia NPP
On the sidelines of the 69th International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Conference, Ukrainian Energy Minister Svitlana Grynchuk met with the permanent representatives of EU countries to the IAEA.