War-related damage to Ukraine environment estimated at UAH1.9T
Since the outset of the full-scale war, UAH 1.9 trillion worth of damage was inflicted on the environment across Ukraine.
Economy
Ukraine delivers 22M t of food to 43 countries through sea exports - Zelensky
Thanks to sea exports from Ukraine, 43 countries have received more than 22 million tonnes of food products from Ukraine.
22 February 2023
Yermak hopes Black Sea Grain Initiative will be extended
Andriy Yermak, the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, has said that the Initiative on the Safe Transportation of Grain and Foodstuffs from Ukrainian ports is an important project for the country and the whole world and expressed hope that it would be extended.
Ukrgasvydobuvannya gets equipment from top US gas producer
Ukraine's gas producer Ukrgasvydobuvannya has received equipment from EQT Corporation, a leading U.S. natural gas producer, for the restoration of the damaged oil and gas production infrastructure.
Ukraine needs extra $10B in financing this year – finance minister
Ukraine needs an additional $10 billion in financing to cover its budget needs in 2023 and to start the reconstruction of the economy.
Ukraine's trade turnover shrinks by 35%
In January 2023, Ukraine's trade turnover totaled $7.9 billion, down 35% compared to the corresponding period in 2022.
Svyrydenko: Ukraine wants to speed up legal procedures to use Russia’s frozen assets
A legal solution for the use of Russian assets that have been frozen in EU countries for the recovery and reconstruction of Ukraine may take a long time, but Ukraine expects that such solutions at the legislative level can be found quickly.
Deputy PM: Ukraine counting on economic growth 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.
Zelensky signs off law allowing duty-free imports of UAVs
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine signed two laws streamlining y the import of unmanned aerial vehicles and a number of other war-related goods into the territory of Ukraine.
Ukraine seeks to extend "Grain deal" for 12 months year to involve more ports - deputy minister
This week, Ukraine will appeal to Türkiye and the United Nations to start negotiations on extending the Black Sea Grain Agreement for at least 12 months to include the ports of Mykolaiv.
Ukraine expects over 4.6M to return to participate in country’s reconstruction - Vice PM
The government of Ukraine is working to create conditions for the return to the country of more than 4.6 million citizens who were forced to flee the war and remain abroad, because without their participation it would be difficult to solve the task of restoring and rebuilding the country after the end of the war.
Over 2.6M ha of farmlands must be demined in Ukraine
Ukraine may curb the production of agricultural products and food this year as more than 2.6 million hectares of farmlands require demining due to Russian aggression.
Finland allocates another EUR 5M to support grain deal
The Government of Finland allocates another EUR 5 million to the World Food Program (WFP) to support the implementation of the Black Sea Grain Initiative.
US to impose new sanctions on 200 Russian individuals, entities - WSJ
The Biden administration is expected to impose a new package of sanctions on about 200 Russian individuals and legal entities this week.
21 February 2023
IMF confirms unwavering support for Ukraine
Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Kristalina Georgieva praised the stability of the Ukrainian economy amid Russia’s full-scale invasion and assured Ukraine of the Fund's firm support in the future.
Another $17B needed this year for Ukraine’s rapid recovery this year - PM
This year, Ukraine needs another $17 billion for the rapid reconstruction of energy, critical, and housing infrastructure, as well as economic recovery.
Ukraine expects to receive from U.S. first tranche of almost $10B as soon as possible - PM Shmyhal
Ukraine expects to receive the first tranche of almost $10 billion in direct budget aid from the United States as soon as possible as an important element of the country’s financial stability.
EU extends Russia sanctions over seizure of Ukrainian territories
The European Union extended for a year the restrictions imposed on Russia in response to the illegal recognition, occupation, or annexation by the Russian Federation of certain non-government-controlled areas of Ukraine.
U.S. champions support for Ukraine - study
Since the outset of the full-scale war, external support for Ukraine has followed the same pattern: the U.S. leads, Europe follows, while the West allocates much less to help Ukraine than to overcome its own economic issues.
20 February 2023
IMF Managing Director commends activity of institutions in Ukraine during war
Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund Kristalina Georgieva commended the activities of the Ukrainian state and all institutions that continue to work despite the full-scale Russian invasion.
Shmyhal says Ukraine hopes for launch of new $15B program with IMF
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has met in Kyiv with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and the IMF team and said Ukraine hopes for the launch of a new program worth more than $15 billion.
Zelensky meets with IMF managing director
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva in Kyiv and thanked her for supporting Ukraine since the first days of Russia's full-scale invasion.
Ten grain ships leave Ukrainian seaports in last two days
Ten ships carrying 361,200 tonnes of agricultural products departed from the ports of the Odesa region on February 18-19, 2023.
EU allocates over EUR 17M for project to support Ukraine in digital sector
The European Union is launching the Digital Transformation for Ukraine (DT4UA) project and allocating EUR 17.4 million in assistance.
Türkiye not exporting to Russia any goods that could be used in defense industry - Çavuşoğlu
Türkiye has not imposed sanctions on Russia but neither does it allow its territory to be used by Russia to circumvent sanctions and nor does it export to Russia products that can be used in the defense industry.
Japan planning to provide $5.5B in additional financial aid for Ukraine
Prime Minister of Japan Fumio Kishida has stated that Japan will provide $5.5 billion in additional financial aid for the reconstruction of infrastructure in Ukraine.
19 February 2023
No capacity deficit in Ukraine’s power system - Ukrenergo
The operator of Ukraine’s energy system, Ukrenergo, says no capacity shortage is being observed or forecast in the short term. All power plants operate in normal mode, in line with the dispatchers’ instructions and schedules.
NBU sells $660.6M on interbank foreign exchange market over past week
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) sold $660.6 and purchased $4.9 million on the interbank foreign exchange market over the past week.
Grain from Ukraine: 25,000 t of wheat to be shipped to Kenya
The implementation of the Grain from Ukraine program is gaining momentum. At the moment, a bulk carrier is being loaded with 25,000 tonnes of wheat at Chornomorsk Port and will soon sail to the Republic of Kenya.