Ukraine needs to attract an additional 4.5 million people for reconstruction.

Due to the war and forced migration abroad, the reconstruction of Ukraine will require the involvement of at least 4.5 million additional people. The government plans to solve the problem by encouraging Ukrainians to return home, said Economy Minister Yulia Svyridenko. She clarified that it is not only about reconstruction but also about restructuring the Ukrainian economy.

“If we manage to attract this many people, we can significantly speed up the pace of recovery,” she believes.

At the same time, the Cabinet of Ministers is currently not considering options involving labor from other countries and prefers projects that will motivate Ukrainians to return.

“Polls say that the majority of people want to return. Three conditions are needed for this: security, housing, and work,” the minister explained.

According to the state, about six million Ukrainians are still abroad due to the Russian invasion. From 1.3 million to 3.3 million people most likely will not return.