Politics & Economics

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the Joint Declaration of Support for the Recovery and Reconstruction of Ukraine, adopted by the G7+ countries, is an obligation to help the country recover from the war and support its efforts towards European integration. The head of state said this at the G7+ Ukraine meeting in New York, according to an Ukrinform correspondent. "Now, more than 30 countries and the EU have agreed to the declaration, truly strong declaration focused on rebuilding Ukraine after the hostilities," he said, thanking the leaders for such a step. We must not leave behind ruins that…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has held meetings with United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres and President of the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly Philemon Yang, according to the Office of the President of Ukraine. Zelensky said Ukraine hopes that the UN will respond to the needs of Ukrainians in the humanitarian sphere, especially in the course of winterization. The topics discussed by Zelensky and Guterres included the implementation of the Peace Formula, the security situation in the country and the freedom of navigation in the Black Sea. It is important for the continued operation of transport corridors and…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met with U.S. President Joseph Biden on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York. That is according to the Office of the President of Ukraine, Ukrinform reports. "Volodymyr Zelensky thanked Joseph Biden and the United States for all the support provided to Ukraine, which is saving the lives of Ukrainians and helping the state maintain its independence," the statement reads. Read also: U.S. announces $375M in new security assistance for Ukraine The Ukrainian leader briefed the U.S. president on the situation in Ukraine, particularly on the frontlines. At the same time, Zelensky…

In the second quarter of 2024, Ukraine’s real gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 3.7% compared to the same period last year. That’s according to the State Statistics Service, Ukrinform reports. Ukraine’s real GDP in the second quarter of 2024 increased by 3.7% compared to the second quarter of 2023. Read also: Finance Ministry raises another UAH 17.8B from sale of government bonds In comparison to the first quarter of 2024, the GDP saw a 0.2% growth (seasonally adjusted). As reported, according to data provided by the Ukrainian Economy Ministry, Ukraine's GDP increased by 3.5% in August 2024 against August…

JSC Ukrzaliznytsia and the European Union Agency for Railways (ERA) have signed a memorandum aimed at enhancing the safety, integration, and interoperability of the Ukrainian railway system with the European network. That’s according to Ukrzaliznytsia’s press service, Ukrinform reports. “The memorandum underscores our dedication to enhancing the safety and efficiency of the Ukrainian railways, as well as the integration with Europe. This partnership will facilitate the harmonization of our industry with EU standards, thereby contributing to its modernization,” said Ukrzaliznytsia Management Board Chairman Yevhen Liashchenko. It is noted that this memorandum is a continuation of the close contacts and cooperation…

Japan is working with G7 partners and Ukraine to provide the country with loans at the expense of immobilized Russian assets. Japanese Ambassador to Ukraine Kuninori Matsuda said this at the Make Russia Pay international conference, according to an Ukrinform correspondent. "Regarding Russia's frozen assets, Japan is working and will be working in close cooperation with G7 partners and Ukraine to advance discussions on and implementation of the extraordinary revenue acceleration loans for Ukraine. And I reiterate again Japan's position. That is, Japan is fully prepared to extend these loans to Ukraine," he said. Read also: Kishida to Zelensky: Japan…

On September 24, 2024, Ukraine’s Ministry of Finance raised UAH 17.784 billion to the state budget at an auction for the placement of domestic government bonds. The ministry’s press service said this in a post on Facebook, Ukrinform reports. "Today, the Ministry of Finance placed bonds worth almost UAH 17.8 billion," the post reads. It is noted that the Ministry of Finance offered investors hryvnia-denominated domestic government bonds: UAH 109 million at 14.62% with 1.1-year maturity; UAH 6.124 billion at 15.59% with 2-year maturity, UAH 4.972 billion at 16.6% with 3.2-year maturity, and UAH Read also: Industrial inflation slows to…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European Council President Charles Michel have discussed ways to speed up the implementation of the decision on providing Ukraine with proceeds from immobilized Russian assets in Europe. The head of state announced this on his Telegram channel, Ukrinform reports. "I met with the President of the European Council, Charles Michel. We discussed ways to expedite the implementation of the decision on utilizing proceeds from frozen Russian assets, as well as Ukraine's military needs and the steps necessary to strengthen our resilience and defense capabilities," the post reads. [embedded content] Video: Official Telegram channel of Ukrainian…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky agreed at a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron that France would train and equip a Ukrainian brigade. The head of state announced this on his Telegram channel, Ukrinform reports. "Each of our meetings with President Emmanuel Macron strengthens the relationship between our countries and yields results that help protect lives," Zelensky wrote. He noted that during the talks, he provided a detailed overview of the situation on the battlefield and outlined the needs of Ukrainian warriors. [embedded content] Video: Official Telegram channel of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky "We discussed the further enhancement of Ukraine's air…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed the details of strengthening Ukraine at a meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday. According to Ukrinform's correspondent in New York, the talks between the two took place on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. Starmer once again emphasized unwavering support for Ukraine, noting that there is an opportunity to discuss what else needs to be done to increase aid. Zelensky, in turn, thanked the prime minister for his support and emphasized the need to discuss "some details of how to strengthen Ukraine." Read also: Ukrainian, South African presidents discuss preparations for…