The US-Ukraine Recovery Fund was officially launched on 23 May following the exchange of the relevant documents in Kyiv by Chargé d’Affaires of the United States Embassy Julie S. Davis and Ukrainian Minister of Economy Yulia Svyrydenko. The fund is a key element of the recently concluded minerals deal between Ukraine and the United States, […]
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McDonald’s invests in Ukraine’s future with restaurant openings and people development
When McDonald’s first began reopening its Ukrainian restaurants during the seventh month of Russia’s full-scale invasion in September 2022, the move made headlines around the world and was widely touted as a symbol of Ukraine’s wartime resilience. This trend has since gained further momentum with the opening of twenty new McDonald’s restaurants throughout Ukraine by […]
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New NATO chief Mark Rutte backs long-range Ukrainian strikes inside Russia
Newly appointed NATO General Secretary Mark Rutte has begun his four-year term by backing Ukraine’s right to conduct long-range strikes inside Russia. Speaking in Kyiv on October 5 during his first official visit as NATO chief, Rutte said Ukraine “obviously” has the right to defend itself with attacks on Russian territory. “International law here is […]
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Inside Ukraine’s Defense Tech Revolution
Since the onset of the full-scale Russian invasion in February 2022, the dramatic expansion of Ukraine’s defense tech sector has been one of the most significant developments of the entire war. What began as a largely grassroots response to Russia’s attack has evolved into a booming and sophisticated industry that is now attracting increasing international […]
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Ukraine is the driver of the new European security architecture
Few people are better placed to assess the historic changes currently taking place in the Ukrainian defense industry than Kyiv-based Canadian lawyer Daniel Bilak. In his role as director of Kinstellar law firm’s Ukraine practice, Bilak helps major international defense companies establish a presence in wartime Ukraine. As the former chief investment advisor to the […]
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NATO chief urges long-term Ukraine aid: “Moscow must understand: They cannot win. And they cannot wait us out.”
With Russian troops once again advancing in eastern Ukraine, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has accused alliance members of failing to provide Kyiv with promised military aid and renewed calls for a more sustainable response to Russian aggression. Speaking during an unannounced visit to Kyiv on April 29, Stoltenberg acknowledged that supply shortfalls had left […]
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Haluk Bayraktar: How to attract international partners to Ukraine’s vital defense sector
The resilience of the Ukrainian people has been truly inspiring. Ukrainians are currently at the forefront of Europe’s defense and the international community has compelling reasons to continue supporting the country. At the same time, recent events in the US Congress have underscored the importance of Ukraine moving toward greater self-reliance in defense and reducing […]
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Digital Superpower: Ukraine’s vibrant tech ecosystem is redefining modern warfare
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine has unleashed the most technologically advanced war the world has ever seen. On land and sea, in the air and in cyberspace, both Russia and Ukraine are deploying rapidly advancing technologies on an almost daily basis as they seek to gain an edge that could help decide the fate of […]
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How McDonald’s became a symbol of Ukraine’s remarkable resilience
In the eighteen months since the onset of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the watching world has frequently been amazed by Ukraine’s remarkable resilience. Ukrainians have defied the expectations of experts who predicted Kyiv would fall in a matter of days, and have instead managed to secure significant success on the battlefield while also keeping the country […]
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Estonian PM: Peace in Europe depends on Ukrainian membership of EU and NATO
Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas chose Ukraine as the destination for her first international visit following reelection in March