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Ihor Garbaruk

Vice President of the "Ukrainian International Institute of Recovery", expert of the NGO "Economic Discussion Club".
Ihor Mykolaiovych Garbaruk was born in 1969 in Rivne. He graduated from the Kharkiv State Institute of Arts named after I.P. Kotlyarevsky and the Lviv Regional Institute of Public Administration of the Ukrainian Academy of Public Administration under the President of Ukraine. From 2011 to 2013, he worked at the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade of Ukraine. In 2020-23, he served as Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Ukraine. Currently, he is the Vice President of the "Ukrainian International Institute of Recovery" and an expert at the NGO "Economic Discussion Club."
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Hundreds of millions in taxes at risk: why Ukraine cannot afford to lose its aviation industry

Ukraine's aviation industry paid a record UAH 702 million in taxes in 2025, despite the closed sky. Due to criminal cases by the Bureau of Economic Security (BEB) regarding aircraft leasing and a decline in profitability, businesses risk leaving Ukrainian jurisdiction.

Society • June 19, 11:34 AM • 57557 views
Since the beginning of the day, over 200 battles have taken place at the front, the enemy launched 5,7 thousand drones - General Staff

Since the beginning of the day, 204 combat engagements have occurred at the front. The enemy carried out three missile strikes and dropped 213 guided air bombs.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 07:15 PM • 9307 views
"Black Accounting" and monthly tribute - Prosecutor General reported on the exposure of a corruption scheme of top officials of the regional road serviceVideo

Officials of Kyiv Oblast Road leased state property at an undervalued price or without contracts. 12 episodes of bribes totaling over 270 thousand UAH have been documented.

Crimes and emergencies • June 18, 04:38 PM • 5452 views
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"Ukraine can manage without labor migrants" - Ihor Harbaruk on labor shortages, demographics, and the future of the economy

The expert called statements about labor shortages a manipulation due to falling demand. He advises automation and the return of citizens instead of importing migrants.

Society • May 5, 03:18 PM • 69293 views
Imperfection of legislation hinders the scaling of Defence City - experts' position

The special regime of Defence City faces low demand due to audit and criminal case requirements. Experts call for urgent changes in laws.

Politics • March 24, 11:15 AM • 77703 views
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For Defence City to operate effectively, synergy between the state and arms manufacturers is essential - expert

In two months of Defence City's special regime operation, only one company has received resident status. Expert Ihor Garbaruk believes that the problem lies in the lack of a systemic approach by the state and the need to refine legislation.

Economy • February 23, 01:02 PM • 90813 views
Ihor Harbaruk and Fedir Danylyk have become new members of the board of JSC "State Joint-Stock Company "Automobile Roads of Ukraine"

Fedir Danylyk and Ihor Harbaruk have been appointed new members of the board of JSC "State Joint-Stock Company "Automobile Roads of Ukraine" starting from February 5, 2026. Both have significant experience in public administration and economics.

Economy • February 9, 12:06 PM • 3409 views
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Minus $2 trillion since October: what broke Bitcoin and has a new crypto crisis begun?

In February 2026, Bitcoin fell to $63,000, and the crypto market lost $2 trillion in capitalization since October 2025. This caused a drop in the shares of companies with large crypto reserves and increased nervousness in stock markets.

Economy • February 7, 10:00 AM • 34108 views
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Hryvnia exchange rate in 2026: expert told what to expect next year

The hryvnia exchange rate at the end of 2025 turned out to be stronger than predicted, which casts doubt on the government's pessimistic expectations for 2026. Expert Ihor Garbaruk points to the risk of budget non-fulfillment due to an overestimated planned exchange rate.

Economy • December 31, 07:11 AM • 17625 views
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What will inflation be and should we expect hyperinflation: an expert gave a forecast for 2026

In Ukraine, annual inflation is 9. 3%, but the situation remains stable. The expert predicts predictable inflation for the next two years thanks to international support, not expecting hyperinflation.

Economy • December 30, 01:37 PM • 2954 views
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Black Friday without risks: how not to fall victim to fraudsters and really buy profitably

Expert Ihor Harbaruk told how to avoid fraudsters and profitably buy goods during Black Friday, which starts on November 28. He recommends checking prices in advance, avoiding subscriptions, and carefully inspecting purchases.

Life hack • November 27, 07:45 AM • 29762 views
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ROSE-TINTED GLASSES OF DEMOCRACY

Author's article by Ihor Harbaruk: Ukraine takes off the rose-tinted glasses of democracy — what European politics hides.

Economy • August 29, 08:48 AM • 106826 views
The Ministry of Health announced the duration of the COVID incidence wave and whether quarantine restrictions are necessary

Deputy Minister of Health Ihor Kuzin said that the current wave of COVID-19 will last until the end of September. Currently, there are no grounds for introducing quarantine restrictions in any region.

COVID-19 • August 20, 10:04 AM • 3778 views
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Ukraine after the war, is there a chance for recovery?!

An article by Ihor Harbaruk, Vice President of the "Ukrainian International Institute of Recovery", expert of the NGO "Economic Discussion Club".

Economy • August 20, 09:29 AM • 244642 views