Category: 9. Business

According to a KSE report, Ukraine’s GDP is projected to grow by about 3% in 2025, and after the war ends in 2026-2027, the growth rate is expected to accelerate. One critically important factor in maintaining macroeconomic stability this year is the G7 countries’…

The main goal of the initiative is to promote economic development by reducing unemployment, ensure equal access to quality jobs, and create a flexible, inclusive employment system. It is predicted that the unemployment rate will be 10.9% in 2025. Last year, 389,000…

US President Donald Trump said that he does not rule out the possibility of signing a bill proposed by Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, which aims to strengthen sanctions against Russia.

“It will depend on whether Russia moves in the direction of peace. We seek to…

According to Economy Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, “Our task is to do it as quickly as possible. I think it will take months, not years.”  According to the WSJ, oil and gas projects are likely first to be implemented in Ukraine under the agreement, as they are easier…

One option for security guarantees being discussed is a format similar to Article 5 of the NATO Charter, which states that in the event of an attack on one country, other members of the Alliance must participate in that country’s defense. Two different approaches to…

The leaders of Germany’s Social Democratic Party have signed a coalition agreement with the conservative blocs Christian Democrats and Christian Social Union. This has opened the way for the appointment of ministers in the new German government and a vote on the…

Former ambassador to Germany and future representative of Ukraine to the UN Andriy Melnyk believes that under Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Germany could become Ukraine’s main partner.

“This is the historic moment when Germany can become a true leader in Europe, not…

Despite the ongoing Russian aggression against Ukraine and EU sanctions, Russian manufacturers continue to receive substantial income from exports of metal products and minerals to the EU, particularly pig iron and semi-finished steel products. Last year, Russian exports…

EU Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius stated that the US and the EU currently allocate about €40B annually for military assistance to Ukraine. He believes these funds could be used more effectively if directed towards purchasing weapons directly from…

At the 2025 Spring Meetings in Washington, the IMF provided Ukrainian government officials with various recommendations on addressing the state budget for 2026. It is noted that representatives from Ukraine and the IMF discussed tax increases, particularly regarding VAT…