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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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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
1 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
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
1 min read
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
2 min read
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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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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Reconstruction
Kalush Plans to Build Modern Wastewater Treatment Facilities with Funding from a Private Investor
In Kalush, Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast, a project for new wastewater treatment facilities is being developed. A modular solution has been proposed for the community, which is expected to reduce construction time and costs, and a private investor plans to provide the funding.
Yulia Bondarenko
2 min read
Reconstruction
In August, units of the Ministry of Defense cleared nearly 1,000 hectares of liberated territory
In August 2026, units of the Ministry of Defense cleared 999 hectares of liberated territories, as well as dozens of kilometers of roads and railways. Demining remains a key prerequisite for the safe recovery of communities, the restoration of transportation infrastructure, and the return of land to productive use.
Yulia Bondarenko
1 min read
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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
1 min read
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
1 min read
Companies
“My Own Business 2.0”: Entrepreneurs Can Receive Up to 2.5 Million UAH for Business Development
The updated “My Own Business 2.0” grant program launched in Ukraine on September 9. The maximum grant amount has been increased to 2.5 million UAH, and separate funding conditions have been established for launching new businesses and scaling existing ones.
Svitlana Bondarenko
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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
2 min read
World
Argentina is preparing for record corn exports amid a decline in shipments from Ukraine
Corn exports from Argentina in August–September 2026 could reach a record 10 million metric tons. This growth is driven by a bumper harvest, demand from North Africa, and a reduction in Ukrainian shipments due to Russian attacks on port infrastructure and logistical problems on the Danube.
Svitlana Bondarenko
1 min read
World
Brent Exceeds $100 per Barrel for the First Time Since July
On September 9, the price of Brent crude exceeded $100 per barrel for the first time since July 24. The rise comes amid a new escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, risks to key supply routes, and a resumption of oil purchases by China.
Svitlana Bondarenko
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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
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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
2 min read
Events
Ukrainian communities have identified three main barriers to EU accession
Ukrainian communities have identified the key barriers to European integration: a lack of funding, a shortage of personnel, and a lack of prepared projects. We Build Ukraine emphasizes that accessing EU funds will require communities to have professional teams, high-quality projects, and transparent management.
Svitlana Bondarenko
4 min read
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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
1 min read
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
1 min read
Economy
Ukraine’s international reserves fell by 5% in August — to $48.7 billion
According to preliminary data, Ukraine’s international reserves stood at $48.66 billion as of September 1, 2026. During August, they decreased by 5%. The main reason was a reduction in international financial assistance, despite significant foreign exchange interventions by the NBU.
Yulia Bondarenko
1 min read
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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
1 min read
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
1 min read
Life
The Ministry of Defense Calls on Technical Universities to Apply for European Grants to Develop Engineering Competencies
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has drawn the attention of technical universities to opportunities for European grant funding aimed at developing engineering and technological competencies. The ministry emphasizes that strengthening technical education directly impacts the human resources and technological potential of the Ukrainian defense industry.
Yulia Bondarenko
2 min read
War
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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
War
The Defense Forces Have Tripled Their Use of Ground-Based Robotic Systems
The number of logistics and evacuation missions carried out by ground-based robotic systems in the Ukrainian Defense Forces has increased 3.3-fold since the beginning of 2026. In August alone, these systems completed more than 25,000 tasks on the front lines.
Yulia Bondarenko
1 min read