Ukraine’s GDP grows by 0.7% in Q1 – State Statistics Service
According to preliminary estimates, Ukraine's real gross domestic product grew by 0.7% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the previous quarter.
Economy
Ukraine’s budget declaration projects UAH 1.8 trillion for defense in 2026
According to the baseline scenario outlined in Ukraine’s 2026–2028 Budget Declaration, state expenditures on security and defense are projected to reach UAH 1.817 trillion in 2026.
Danish model of defense industry support can become Ukraine’s competitive advantage – ambassador
The Danish model for direct investments in Ukraine’s defense industry has already proven to be effective, but it can also open up new opportunities for Ukraine in the future.
Danish businesses believe in Ukraine – ambassador
Danish companies continue to develop and invest in their businesses operating in Ukraine despite the ongoing war.
Ukrainian air defense developments to be integrated with NASAMS systems
Ukrainian air and missile defense systems will be integrated with NASAMS systems.
30 June 2025
IMF approves new USD 500 M tranche for Ukraine
The IMF Executive Board has completed the eighth review of the EFF program for Ukraine, opening access for the allocation of the next tranche for our country in the amount of half a billion dollars.
President discusses heating‑season prep with Energy Ministry and Naftogaz leaders
During a meeting, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed preparations for the new heating season with Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko and Naftogaz CEO Serhii Koretsky.
Ukrainian PM, Kenyan president discuss food security
During the UN Conference on Financing for Development, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met with Kenyan President William Ruto to discuss food security.
Zelensky: Three German defense companies already operating in Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that three German defense companies are currently operating in Ukraine.
Ukraine receives about USD 1.7B from Canada funded by frozen Russian assets
As part of the Extraordinary Revenue Acceleration (ERA) initiative, Canada has provided Ukraine with approximately USD 1.7 billion (2.3 billion Canadian dollars), funded through revenue generated from frozen Russian assets.
Brazilian envoy outlines promising areas of economic cooperation with Ukraine
Ukraine and Brazil have strong potential for economic cooperation in agriculture, engineering, bioenergy, pharmaceutics and civilian construction, as well as bioethanol production, as the two countries have significant bio-resources and technologies.
EU extends economic restrictive measures against Russia for six more months
On Monday, June 30, the European Union extended its economic restrictive measures against Russia for an additional six months in response to the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Russia seeks to resume LNG exports despite sanctions - media
Russia has assembled a fleet of tankers and is trying to expand its liquefied natural gas exports after the U.S. imposed sanctions last year.
29 June 2025
Germany’s Social Democrats oppose Nord Stream relaunch
The delegates to the Congress of the Social Democratic Party of Germany (SDPP) overwhelmingly rejected the resumption of natural gas supplies from Russia via the Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 pipelines.
Russia considers banning gasoline exports amid soaring fuel prices — intelligence
The Russian government is reportedly preparing to introduce a complete ban on gasoline exports in response to surging fuel prices.
Russia intending to build seaport, railway in occupied Crimea with China’s help - Ukraine intel
The chief of the occupation administration of Crimea, Sergei Aksyonov, has decided to engage Chinese businesses in the construction of transport infrastructure in Crimea.
“Catastrophic understaffing” across Russian economy sectors – watchdog
A significant shortage of labor is being observed in many sectors of Russian economy as the Kremlin pursues its war effort against Ukraine.
28 June 2025
Duda stresses readiness of Polish businesses to rebuild Ukraine, cooperate in defense industry
Promising areas in relations between Ukraine and Poland include cooperation in the defense industry, including the joint production of UAVs, while Polish companies also stand ready to participate in Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction.
Harvesting campaign underway in three regions of Ukraine
As of June 27, 2025, more than 188 thousand tonnes of the new-harvest grain was gathered across Ukraine, with the Odesa region taking the lead in terms of the threshing yield.
27 June 2025
Zelensky signs off NSDC decision on ensuring defense spending
President Volodymyr Zelensky put into effect the decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine of June 27 "On proposals for the Budget Declaration for 2026–2028 on articles related to ensuring Ukraine’s national security and defense".
Zelensky announces broader state support for Ukrainian business and industry
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced plans to expand government programs supporting Ukrainian businesses and domestic production, along with strengthening the State-Business Council.
Zelensky orders preparation of long-term moratorium on business inspections
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has instructed officials to prepare a decision introducing a long-term moratorium on business inspections across the country.
Russians attack critical energy facility in Kherson region, prolonged power outages possible
Russian forces have attacked a critical energy facility in Kherson region, the residents are being urged to prepare for a prolonged power outage.
European Commission ready to fund EUR 11B for Ukraine under G7 loan initiative
The European Commission intends to continue providing economic and financial support to Ukraine and is prepared to fund EUR 11 billion this year as part of the G7 loan initiative (ERA).
26 June 2025
In 2025, EU to give Ukraine EUR 30.6B in financial aid - summit resolution
The European Union will continue to provide Ukraine with significant economic and financial support that will reach EUR 30.6 billion in 2025 alone.
Zaporizhzhia NPP reliant on single power line for seven weeks – IAEA
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), which remains under Russian occupation, has been reliant on a single off-site power line for the past seven weeks, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Ukrainian ports handle 78,000 TEU of containers over five months
In January-May 2025, Ukrainian sea ports handled 78,000 TEU of container cargo, which is about twofold higher compared to the same period last year.
Ukraine, New Zealand discuss investment in military equipment production
On the sidelines of the NATO Summit in The Hague, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with Prime Minister of New Zealand Christopher Luxon to discuss investment in Ukraine’s military equipment production.
President Zelensky: Denmark becomes first country to launch joint defense production with Ukraine
The development of defense co-production, Ukraine’s priorities during the upcoming Danish Presidency of the Council of the European Union, and continued support for the Ukrainian Army were the key topics at a meeting between President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen.