Ukraine receives EUR 4.1B under Ukraine Facility
Ukraine has received €4.1 billion from the European Union under the Ukraine Facility program.
Economy
Rheinmetall secures EUR 9M contract with Ukraine to supply 155mm artillery propellant charges
Germany’s arms manufacturer Rheinmetall has received an order from the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine to supply 155mm artillery propellant charge modules.
Ukraine-Japan trade turnover grows by 6%
Bilateral trade between Ukraine and Japan reached $747.2 million in 2024, marking a 6% increase from the previous year and continuing last year's growth trend of almost 30%.
Ukrposhta delivers over 50 million parcels this year
In 2024, Ukrposhta JSC, Ukraine’s national postal operator, processed over 85 million units of correspondence and 50 million parcels.
MoD streamlines conditions for Ukrainian arms producers
The Ministry of Defense has amended the defense procurement procedures under state guarantees for Ukrainian manufacturers.
Government allocates UAH 41.4M to Kharkiv for construction of school shelters
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the allocation of UAH 41.4 million in state budgetary subsidies for the construction of shelters in Kharkiv's secondary education institutions.
Ukraine to start production of Japanese pickup trucks
In cooperation with Ukrainian manufacturers, a Japanese engineering company will launch the production of pickup trucks using the SKD method on the territory of Ukraine.
Naftogaz Group transfers over UAH 80B in tax payments since early 2024
In January-November 2024, Naftogaz Group transferred more than UAH 80 billion in tax payments to Ukraine’s state and local budgets.
17 December 2024
Gazprom shares drop to 16-year low
Shares of Russian gas giant Gazprom on Tuesday plunged to their lowest since January 2009, to 106.1 rubles apiece.
Ukraine's grid operator cancels blackouts for Dec 18
Hourly power outages are not scheduled for household consumers on Wednesday, December 18.
Qatar-Türkiye gas pipeline project to intensify struggle with Russia on energy market – expert’s opinion
The gas pipeline project between the State of Qatar and the Republic of Türkiye will intensify competitive struggle with Russia on the energy market.
IAEA extends monitoring mission at substations critical for NPP operation
Representatives of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) conducted another visit to substations of NEC Ukrenergo, which are key to the operation of nuclear power plants.
UK expands sanctions against Russia's 'shadow fleet'
The British government has announced new sanctions against 20 tankers involved in the illegal transportation of Russian oil and a new assistance package for Ukraine to help the country restore its energy system.
Shmyhal: Nyzhankovychi-Malhowice checkpoint to start operations on Dec 20
The Nyzhankovychi-Malhowice automobile checkpoint on the Ukrainian-Polish border will commence operations on December 20.
Water services companies owe about UAH 1B in taxes – Ukrvodokanalekologia
Ukrainian water services companies have accumulated about UAH 1 billion in the value-added tax (VAT) and special tax debts.
Ukraine, Japan Business Federation to continue and expand cooperation
For the first time in five years, the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine and the Japan Business Federation Keidanren held the ninth joint meeting in Tokyo with the participation of Ukrainian and Japanese businesses.
16 December 2024
Zelensky: USD 20B for Ukraine from frozen Russian assets already in World Bank account
The sum of 20 billion USD for Ukraine from frozen Russian assets is now held in a World Bank account.
Shmyhal following talks with Fico: Ukraine ready to transit any gas except Russian
Ukraine is ready to fulfill its obligations under the EU Association Agreement for the transit of any gas, except from Russia.
Ukraine to participate in Expo 2025 in Japan
Ukraine will participate in Expo 2025, one of the most prestigious global exhibition events, to be held in Osaka, Japan, from April 13 to October 13, 2025. The event is expected to attract over 160 participating countries and approximately 28 million visitors.
Naftogaz confirms compliance with anti-corruption ISO standard
Naftogaz of Ukraine NJSC has confirmed that its anti-corruption management system complies with the international standard ISO 37001:2016 ‘Anti-bribery management systems’.
Norway to provide $241M to strengthen Ukraine's navy
The Norwegian government has announced it will allocate 2.7 billion Norwegian kroner (about $241 million) to strengthen the Ukrainian Navy.
15 December 2024
Power outages to be in effect on Mon 7:00 to 20:00
On Monday, December 16, electricity outage schedules for households will operate from 07:00 to 20:00, while for industry and businesses, restrictions will apply from 07:00 to 21:00.
Ukraine planning to import 20,800 MWh of electricity today
On Sunday, December 15, the planned electricity imports to Ukraine will amount to 20.8 thousand MWh.
USAID delivers equipment for energy infrastructure repairs to Ukraine
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has donated ten autonomous welding units to Ukraine for the repair of its energy infrastructure which has been heavily damaged by Russian airstrikes.
Zelensky forms delegation for talks with EBRD
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has formed a delegation to participate in negotiations on the conclusion of a guarantee agreement between Ukraine and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.
14 December 2024
U.S. continues to assist Ukraine in restoring transportation - Secretary Buttigieg
The current US administration will continue projects to help Ukraine in the field of transportation until the transfer of power.
Ukraine adds over 860 MW of renewable energy capacity in two years
Between 2022 and 2024, Ukraine has commissioned over 860 MW of new renewable energy capacities.
Power outage schedules to operate from 08:00 to 22:00 on Sunday – Ukrenergo
Scheduled hourly power outages on Sunday, December 15, are planned from 08:00 to 22:00, with two phases of outages in the aftrnoon and one phase during the rest of the time.
Demining training programme for veterans to be expanded in 2025 with support from EU and Japan
A pilot project to train veterans to operate demining equipment has attracted the attention of international partners, and the programme may be expanded next year with the support of the European Union and Japan.