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The EBRD will allocate EUR 267 million to modernize the Kyiv-Chop highway

The EBRD will allocate EUR 267 million to modernize the Kyiv-Chop highway

The EBRD has provided a EUR 267 million loan to repair the M-06 highway connecting Kyiv with Ukraine's western border. The works are planned in Kyiv, Rivne and Zhytomyr regions with a focus on traffic safety.

Economy •  • 15926 views
Politico has released a ranking of the most influential people in Europe: Yermak is among the “dreamers” and Putin is among the “doers”

Politico has released a ranking of the most influential people in Europe: Yermak is among the “dreamers” and Putin is among the “doers”

Andriy Yermak, head of the Presidential Administration of Ukraine, entered Politico's ranking of the most influential people in Europe in the “dreamers” category. Putin was ranked second in the “figures” category with the signature “imperialistic.

War •  • 20271 views
Artsizskaya hromada has been fighting for preferential electricity tariffs for half a year

Artsizskaya hromada has been fighting for preferential electricity tariffs for half a year

Artsiz City Council appeals to the highest authorities regarding the introduction of electricity benefits for non-gasified areas. The head of the Odessa RSA Oleg Kiper promised to help by sending an appeal to the Prime Minister.

Society •  • 17060 views
Ukraine analyzes six routes for launching toll roads

Ukraine analyzes six routes for launching toll roads

In Ukraine, traffic analysis is being conducted on six main routes to assess the feasibility of launching toll roads. This is a requirement of the EU, there is already a draft law and agreements with the EIB.

Economy •  • 126568 views
In Donetsk region, water approaches settlements due to damage near Ternivka dam

In Donetsk region, water approaches settlements due to damage near Ternivka dam

Due to the damage to the Ternivka dam in Donetsk region, water has risen in the Vovcha River. The water is approaching the settlements of the Velykonovosilkovo community, but it is impossible to assess the criticality of the situation due to shelling.

Society •  • 18814 views
For the first time in 20 years, Odesa region has started reconstruction of sewage treatment plants - Kiper

For the first time in 20 years, Odesa region has started reconstruction of sewage treatment plants - Kiper

For the first time in 20 years, reconstruction of the 1967 wastewater treatment plant in Artsyz has started. The project is financed by the European Investment Bank and local budgets for a total of UAH 82 million.

Society •  • 18028 views
Ukraine's international reserves have fallen to $36.6 billion: what's going on?

Ukraine's international reserves have fallen to $36.6 billion: what's going on?

In October 2024, Ukraine's international reserves decreased by 6% to $36. 6 billion due to the NBU's foreign exchange interventions and debt repayments. The NBU expects the reserves to grow to $43.6 billion by the end of the year.

Economy •  • 30348 views
In Istanbul, the unemployed will be able to use public transport for free

In Istanbul, the unemployed will be able to use public transport for free

Istanbul authorities are launching a free travel program for 237,893 unemployed residents of the city. Each participant will receive 96 free rides for 3 months via an app or QR code.

News of the World •  • 15998 views
EIB and EBRD to finance €12 million to set up 112 emergency service in Ukraine

EIB and EBRD to finance €12 million to set up 112 emergency service in Ukraine

The EIB and the EBRD will provide grant funding for the implementation of the 112 emergency system in Ukraine. The project will unite all emergency services into a single system based on European standards.

Society •  • 65399 views
UN Under-Secretary-General arrives in Gostomel: Together with Kravchenko, he visits the restored house destroyed by Russians

UN Under-Secretary-General arrives in Gostomel: Together with Kravchenko, he visits the restored house destroyed by Russians

Haoliang Xu met with the head of the Kyiv RMA in Gostomel. They inspected a house rehabilitated under the UNITED24 program, where UNDP supervised the reconstruction process, which saved more than UAH 16 million.

Society •  • 17991 views
Ukraine to attract over EUR 17 million from the EIB for urban transport development

Ukraine to attract over EUR 17 million from the EIB for urban transport development

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved attracting more than €17 million from the European Investment Bank for transport development. The funds will go to communities to upgrade municipal vehicle fleets.

Economy •  • 14721 views
Ukraine is going to allocate 86 million euros for protection systems around energy facilities - Shmyhal

Ukraine is going to allocate 86 million euros for protection systems around energy facilities - Shmyhal

The Government of Ukraine has decided to reallocate funds from the EIB for the modernization of substations. EUR 86 million will be allocated for systems to protect energy facilities from Russian attacks.

War •  • 11813 views
Cabinet of Ministers initiated Ukraine's accession to the Digital and Regulatory Policy Committee - Shmyhal

Cabinet of Ministers initiated Ukraine's accession to the Digital and Regulatory Policy Committee - Shmyhal

The Cabinet of Ministers initiated Ukraine's accession to the OECD Digital and Regulatory Policy Committees. This will provide access to information and experience of successful countries in implementing effective solutions in these areas.

Politics •  • 11916 views
Ukraine plans to create an investment fund worth EUR 16 billion under the Ukraine Facility

Ukraine plans to create an investment fund worth EUR 16 billion under the Ukraine Facility

Ukraine plans to create a €16 billion investment fund to support communities and businesses affected by the war. The fund will be part of the Ukraine Facility program and will be financed by international financial institutions.

Economy •  • 16883 views
Mykolaiv plans to resume drinking water supply by next summer - RMA

Mykolaiv plans to resume drinking water supply by next summer - RMA

Vitaliy Kim, Head of Mykolaiv RMA, announced plans to restore water supply in Mykolaiv by summer 2025. Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal instructed to provide funding and start work on restoring the water supply system.

Society •  • 13608 views
The European Investment Bank has provided Kyiv with EUR 50 million to replace subway cars

The European Investment Bank has provided Kyiv with EUR 50 million to replace subway cars

The European Investment Bank will provide Kyiv with a €50 million loan to purchase new subway cars. This is the first part of a total loan of €200 million to replace 120-160 outdated Russian-made cars.

Economy •  • 51740 views
Government instructs to allocate UAH 2.7 billion to rebuild several settlements: details

Government instructs to allocate UAH 2.7 billion to rebuild several settlements: details

The Cabinet of Ministers has instructed the Ministry of Infrastructure to allocate UAH 2. 7 billion for the comprehensive reconstruction of several settlements. The funds will be used to restore critical infrastructure, housing and social facilities.

Society •  • 33852 views
Financial assistance of partners will allow to finance about 23 per cent of GDP this year

Financial assistance of partners will allow to finance about 23 per cent of GDP this year

The international financial support will allow the government to finance the budget deficit and support the NBU reserves. The partners are expected to provide Ukraine with about USD 38 billion. USD in 2024 and USD 31 billion in 2025. USD 31 billion in 2025.

Economy •  • 25268 views
Ukraine signs a loan agreement with the UK for £181 million to develop its nuclear industry

Ukraine signs a loan agreement with the UK for £181 million to develop its nuclear industry

NNEGC Energoatom has signed a loan agreement with a consortium of banks for £181 million to purchase nuclear fuel from Urenco. The 5-year loan is guaranteed by the UK government through the UKEF.

Economy •  • 33376 views
Exchange rate for July 23: NBU strengthened hryvnia by 15 kopecks

Exchange rate for July 23: NBU strengthened hryvnia by 15 kopecks

The National Bank of Ukraine has strengthened the official hryvnia exchange rate by 15 kopecks to 41. 3369 UAH/USD. On the interbank market, the dollar is trading at UAH 41.35-41.37, the euro at UAH 45.00-45.01.

Economy •  • 15222 views