Oleksandr Katsuba

The investigation into "Poltavaoblenergo" officials, who organized fictitious deals to evade taxes amounting to over UAH 49 million, has been completed. The case is being prepared for transfer to court, and three individuals have been notified of suspicion.

How did the Ukrainian energy sector fare during the second winter of the war and what's next?.

"The main lesson of the Polish blockade is that we need reforms to withstand competition" - Katsuba.

The key strengths of the Ukrainian economy are its resource potential, proximity to the EU market and opportunities for export industries, while its main weaknesses are an aging population, population decline and proximity to Russia, according to energy expert Oleksandr Katsuba.

Ukraine continues to deepen its cooperation with the OECD, and full membership is one of the country's priorities, according to Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal.