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The journal of Ukraine's reconstruction
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RE:UKRAINE №2 · 2026
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Economy
Small Business Sentiment Index: entrepreneurs’ assessments and expectations
Yulia Bondarenko
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Brave1 Has Awarded Over 1,000 Grants to Ukrainian Defense Tech Developers
Since 2023, the Brave1 Defense Innovation Cluster has provided 6.2 billion hryvnia in funding for Ukrainian defense technologies. During this time, developers have received over 1,000 grants to develop drones, ground-based robotic systems, electronic warfare equipment, missile technologies, artificial intelligence, and other solutions for the Armed Forces.
Yulia Bondarenko
2 min read
Life
The Ministry of Education and Science Has Selected 12 Universities to Create CampeX Campuses of Excellence
The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine has identified 12 universities that are moving on to the next phase of the CampeX project — the preparation and implementation of investment projects to create campuses of excellence. The initiative is being implemented in partnership with the World Bank as part of the UIHERP project, “Improving Higher Education in Ukraine for Results.”
Svitlana Bondarenko
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Events
New Approaches to the Restoration and Development of Ukraine’s Bridges Discussed in Ivano-Frankivsk
The 6th Petro Koval International Scientific and Practical Conference, “Restoration and Development of Bridges: Challenges, Trends, Innovations,” took place in Ivano-Frankivsk on September 9–11. The event brought together representatives from government, academia, the engineering community, design and construction firms, manufacturers, and international experts.
Svitlana Bondarenko
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World
The USDA forecasts that Ukraine’s sunflower oil exports will rise to 5 million metric tons
In the 2026/27 marketing year, Ukraine could increase sunflower oil exports to 5 million metric tons — an increase of nearly 24% compared to the previous season. This growth will be supported by a recovery in sunflower yields and an increase in processing volumes, according to the September forecast by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Svitlana Bondarenko
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Issue No. 2
№2: Reconstruction isn't just some date in the future
RE:UKRAINE #2 explores a country rebuilding while the war is still ongoing. This issue looks at the decisions shaping Ukraine’s economic future today — from investment, infrastructure and energy resilience to industrial development, human capital and public-private partnerships. Through interviews, analysis and business stories, we focus on the people, companies and ideas turning resilience into long-term growth — and on the opportunities emerging as Ukraine builds a stronger, more modern and competitive economy.
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Water supply systems for nearly 30,000 residents are nearing completion in the Dnipropetrovsk region
In the southern part of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, the construction of new water supply and wastewater systems is entering its final stage. Once the facilities are put into operation, nearly 30,000 residents of 49 communities — who lost a reliable water source following the destruction of the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant in 2023 — will receive a stable water supply.
Yulia Bondarenko
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Reconstruction
The Ministry of Energy Proposes Transferring the Property of Liquidated Mines to Local Communities to Attract Investors
The Ministry of Energy of Ukraine has prepared a draft law that would allow the transfer, free of charge, of the surface property of coal and uranium mines currently in the process of liquidation from state to municipal ownership. The initiative aims to create conditions for attracting businesses and transforming former mines into new industrial sites.
Yulia Bondarenko
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Reconstruction
Ukraine Prepares for Electricity Market Integration with the EU: Memorandums Signed
NPC “Ukrenergo,” JSC “Market Operator,” and LLC “Ukrainian Energy Exchange” have signed memorandums of cooperation to coordinate preparations for the integration of the Ukrainian and European electricity markets.
Yulia Bondarenko
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U Mobile, a new mobile brand from Ukrtelecom, has launched in Ukraine
U Mobile, a virtual mobile operator and new brand of TRIMOB LLC — whose sole founder is Ukrtelecom — has launched in Ukraine. The operator operates under the MVNO model and uses the networks of Ukrainian mobile operators under commercial national roaming terms.
Yulia Bondarenko
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Companies
Yulia Svyrydenko Appointed Head of KSE Business School
The Kyiv School of Economics has appointed Yulia Svyrydenko as head of KSE Business School. In her new role, she will focus on developing business education tailored to technological changes, global competition, and new management challenges.
Yulia Bondarenko
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Companies
Kernel and the EBRD Will Allocate €1 Million to Train Technical Specialists in Ukraine
Kernel and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development have signed a €1 million grant agreement for human capital development. The funds will be used to train young technical specialists and create an accessible work environment at the company’s production facilities.
Yulia Bondarenko
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The USDA forecasts that Ukraine’s sunflower oil exports will rise to 5 million metric tons
In the 2026/27 marketing year, Ukraine could increase sunflower oil exports to 5 million metric tons — an increase of nearly 24% compared to the previous season. This growth will be supported by a recovery in sunflower yields and an increase in processing volumes, according to the September forecast by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Svitlana Bondarenko
1 min read
World
Ukraine to Receive $841 Million from the World Bank Under a Canadian Guarantee
Ukraine will soon receive $841 million in budget support from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development under a guarantee from the Government of Canada. The funds will be provided as part of the PEACE in Ukraine project and will be used to reimburse the state budget for pension payments.
Svitlana Bondarenko
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World
The European Commission has approved €6.1 billion for Ukraine for air defense, drones, and missiles
The European Commission has approved an additional €6.1 billion for Ukraine to purchase air and missile defense systems, ammunition, drones, and electronic warfare systems. The decision also allows for the procurement of American PAC-3 missiles for Patriot systems.
Svitlana Bondarenko
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New Approaches to the Restoration and Development of Ukraine’s Bridges Discussed in Ivano-Frankivsk
The 6th Petro Koval International Scientific and Practical Conference, “Restoration and Development of Bridges: Challenges, Trends, Innovations,” took place in Ivano-Frankivsk on September 9–11. The event brought together representatives from government, academia, the engineering community, design and construction firms, manufacturers, and international experts.
Svitlana Bondarenko
2 min read
Events
Art as an Investment: “Legends of the Carpathians” and the Future Gallery at PÓTAY Were Presented in Lviv
In Lviv, as part of the Lviv Invest Forum 2026, the art project “Legends of the Carpathians” and the concept for a future gallery at PÓTAY were presented. Participants in the discussion spoke about art as an investment that shapes a space’s identity and enhances the long-term value of development projects.
Svitlana Bondarenko
3 min read
Events
The Steel Freedom 2026 Student Architecture Competition Kicked Off Today
On September 1, the Steel Freedom 2026 student architecture competition kicked off, bringing together future architects and structural engineers from all over Ukraine. This year, participants will develop a concept for a hotel and administrative building in Kyiv using steel structures
Svitlana Bondarenko
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In 2027, the State Energy Supervision Agency Will Strengthen Risk-Based Oversight of Energy Infrastructure
The State Energy Supervision Agency has begun drafting its inspection plan for 2027. The main focus will be on a risk-based approach, the technical condition of energy facilities, and their readiness for potential crisis situations.
Yulia Bondarenko
1 min read
Economy
Key Indicators of the Ukrainian Economy Are Deteriorating
The Ukrainian economy is entering a period of intensifying negative trends: the industrial and construction sectors are weakening, business expectations are deteriorating, and attacks on manufacturing and logistics infrastructure are placing additional pressure on economic activity. This is stated in an analysis by the GMK Center.
Yulia Bondarenko
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Economy
Annual inflation in Ukraine accelerated to 8.1% in August
In August 2026, consumer prices in Ukraine rose by 0.1% compared to July. On a year-over-year basis, inflation accelerated to 8.1% from 7.7% a month earlier. This was reported by the State Statistics Service of Ukraine.
Svitlana Bondarenko
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The Ministry of Education and Science Has Selected 12 Universities to Create CampeX Campuses of Excellence
The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine has identified 12 universities that are moving on to the next phase of the CampeX project — the preparation and implementation of investment projects to create campuses of excellence. The initiative is being implemented in partnership with the World Bank as part of the UIHERP project, “Improving Higher Education in Ukraine for Results.”
Svitlana Bondarenko
2 min read
Life
The government will fully reimburse the cost of contract-based education for veterans’ children in the 2026/2027 academic year
The government has extended the program to fully reimburse the cost of contract-based education for the children of male and female veterans during the 2026/2027 academic year. This support will apply to students at vocational and higher education institutions.
Yulia Bondarenko
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Life
Starting September 10, the curfew in Kyiv will be shortened and public transportation hours will be extended
In Kyiv, the curfew will be shortened by one hour — it will run from 1:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. The new schedule will take effect on September 10, 2026. The Kyiv Defense Council adopted the corresponding decision.
Svitlana Bondarenko
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Brave1 Has Awarded Over 1,000 Grants to Ukrainian Defense Tech Developers
Since 2023, the Brave1 Defense Innovation Cluster has provided 6.2 billion hryvnia in funding for Ukrainian defense technologies. During this time, developers have received over 1,000 grants to develop drones, ground-based robotic systems, electronic warfare equipment, missile technologies, artificial intelligence, and other solutions for the Armed Forces.
Yulia Bondarenko
2 min read
War
KSE Institute Identifies Major Barriers to Scaling Up Ukrainian Defense Startups
KSE Institute, in collaboration with Brave1, investigated the key obstacles hindering the development of Ukrainian defense manufacturers. Among the main challenges are a lack of funding, limited access to testing, poorly formalized development strategies, a shortage of personnel, and the absence of long-term contracts.
Svitlana Bondarenko
2 min read
War
DoD Solution and DefSecIntel Will Develop AI-Based Drone Countermeasure Systems
The Estonian-Ukrainian company DoD Solution and the Estonian company DefSecIntel Solutions have agreed to a strategic partnership in the field of drone detection and interception. The memorandum was signed on September 9 during the MSPO 2026 exhibition in Kielce, Poland.
Svitlana Bondarenko
1 min read