Businesses expect the end of the war or its active phase in 2025 and are preparing to invest €450M.

Top managers at large companies are focused and optimistic about the war in Ukraine ending or, at minimum, the cessation of active hostilities in 2025, said Minister of Economy Yulia Svyrydenko. She reported that at in meeting between President Zelenskyy and members of thebusiness community, new spending totaling €450M were discussed, which indicates active investment discussions are yielding progress in Ukraine.

The minister believes that everyone in the world understands Ukraine’s need for security guarantees, and they are an important aspect for the private sector. In her opinion, large companies should discuss these guarantees with their governments to determine what exactly they can provide. She added that this would give companies confidence when investing in Ukraine.

In addition, the minister emphasized that winning the war requires that Ukraine possesses a stable economy that functions effectively, as well as constant investment flows. To achieve this, various instruments such as export credit agencies and development banks from other countries can be utilized.