Ukraine takes part in Fruit Logistica trade fair in Berlin
Ukrainian producers took part in the Fruit Logistica 2022 international trade fair of fresh fruit and berry products which took place in Berlin on April 5-7.
Economy
08 April 2022
Russians destoy over 30 petrol stations across Ukraine
The Russian forces have been targeting gas station networks across Ukraine as more than 30 such facilities have already been hit in strikes.
Each day of war with Russia costs Ukraine up to $4B - PM Shmyhal
Ukraine’s daily expenditures related to the war with Russia amount to about UAH 2 billion, while the total daily losses incurred by the country due to destroyed infrastructure and loss of economic potential amount to $4 billion.
07 April 2022
Ukraine to seize Russian ships undergoing rehaul in Izmail
Russian ships currently being repaired at the Izmail shipyard will soon be forcibly seized in favor of Ukraine.
Ukraine has already received EUR 3B in financial assistance
Ukraine has received about three billion euros in financial assistance from partners.
Russia to be held accountable for Ukraine’s land fund losses
Russia will be held responsible for damage inflicted to Ukraine's land fund.
Ukraine to receive 5,000 more Starlink terminals
The US government is helping Elon Musk’s SpaceX fund and ship thousands of Starlink satellite internet terminals to Ukraine.
Russia to not be able to sell timber cut down in Ukraine – Ecology Ministry
Russia will not be able to sell the timber they are planning to cut down or have already cut down in Ukraine.
Advisor to Ukrainian President: Frozen FX reserves lost to Russia forever
The frozen foreign exchange reserves have been lost to Russia forever, and these funds are likely to be used to rebuild Ukraine.
Kuleba outlines 10 blows inflicted on Russia's economy over past three days
Over the past three days, 10 new blows have been inflicted on Russia's economy and influence abroad.
06 April 2022
Michel: Ukraine Solidarity Trust Fund to facilitate massive investment
President of the European Council Charles Michel emphasizes that the European Union will continue to support Ukraine.
Kuleba: Only gas, oil embargo and de-SWIFTing of all Russian banks to stop Putin
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba has said that the 5th package of tougher sanctions against Russia will not stop Putin. An embargo on Russian gas and oil and cutting all Russian banks off from SWIFT are needed.
EU toughening sanctions against Russia, imposing ban on coal imports
European Council President Charles Michel thinks that sanctions against Russian oil and gas will be needed sooner or later.
Government allocates UAH 32.8B for Defense Ministry
Providing the financial and organizational support for the Ukrainian Army is remaining the key focus area of the executive authorities. Hence, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has endorsed the allocation of UAH 32.81 billion for the Ukrainian Defense Ministry.
05 April 2022
Zelensky calls on Spanish companies to stop doing business with Russia
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has called on Spanish companies to stop doing business with Russia.
Galushchenko, Kwarteng discuss fuel supplies to Ukraine
Energy Minister of Ukraine German Galushchenko has stated that Ukraine is interested in diversifying fuel supplies, including from the United Kingdom.
Bank deposits up by UAH 28B over past month - NBU governor
As of March 31, the banking system recorded an inflow of UAH 28 billion (in all currencies) to deposits of individuals and legal entities.
04 April 2022
Activists block route between Germany, Poland, demanding halt to trade with Russia
Activists from Ukraine, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and the UK on Monday blocked the A2 highway on the Polish-German border, demanding an end to EU trade with Russia.
PM outlines sources of Ukraine's restoration: reparations, Russia’s property, aid from partners
The post-war restoration of Ukraine will have three sources: reparations, confiscated Russian property, aid from Western partners.
PM Shmyhal: Ukrainian budget loses almost UAH 2B a day due to Russia’s attack
Ukraine's state budget losses account for about UAH 2 billion a day due to the war with Russia.
Shmyhal: Ukraine will be able to recover up to 80% of pre-war exports
Ukraine has already partially resumed its exports, and the volumes will grow. The country is expected to reach up to 80% of pre-war export operations in the near future.
PM: Enterprises, contributing over 50% of GDP, located in combat zone
The enterprises, which contribute more than 50% of the country’s GDP, are located in the combat zone.
03 April 2022
Economy Ministry: Ukraine's direct losses caused by war total $565 B
The Ministry of Economy estimates that the direct non-recurring losses caused by the Russian invasion now reach $565 billion, and Ukraine is short of $54 billion in capital investment.
02 April 2022
Ukraine, Colombia agree on joint economic and defense projects after war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Colombian President Ivan Duque Marquez have agreed to launch joint economic and defense projects after the war ends.
G7 to contribute to Ukraine’s economic recovery
The ambassadors of the Group of Seven will assist Ukraine in receiving emergency and long-term humanitarian and economic support, as well as monitor reports of potential war crimes and other violations of humanitarian law.
PM Shmyhal: We’ll start restoration in all cities of Ukraine
Ukraine will carefully record all the damage so that the aggressor will pay for it in full and we will be able to fully restore our state.
01 April 2022
Shmyhal: Additional UAH 73.3B to be allocated to meet key needs of army and economy
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine adopted a decision to increase the size of the reserve fund by UAH 73.3 billion to meet the key needs of the Ukrainian army and economy.
The Netherlands freezes EUR 516M worth of Russian assets
Approximately EUR 516 million worth of Russian assets has been blocked in the Netherlands.
31 March 2022
Economy Ministry reveals industries most affected by Russian invasion
The sectors of the economy where it is impossible to set up work from home for the employees have been affected the most by the war in Ukraine.