Economy
ЄС обговорює нові санкції проти портів, залучених до перевалки російської нафти
Зараз на порядку денному – 20-й санкційний пакет, який блокує Угорщина.
The US has allowed a Russian oil tanker to sail to Cuba
The US Coast Guard did not stop a ship carrying Russian oil, despite the previously announced blockade of Cuba. The tanker is already off the island’s coast.
Avoiding the threat: why ships from Odessa are taking the ‘long’ route to the Bosphorus
Full-scale direct shipping from Ukrainian ports remains blocked due to the constant risk of attacks from the Russian Federation. Despite the stable operation of the maritime corridor, civilian vessels are forced to use the territorial waters of neighbouring countries, which significantly lengthens the journey but ensures the safety of crews and cargo
A concrete shield for the energy sector: the government has allocated 22 billion to protect critical infrastructure
Ukraine is scaling up the construction of physical security measures for facilities that are vital to the country’s functioning. The budget has allocated 22.35 billion hryvnias for the implementation of over 600 strategic projects
The price of borscht is set to rise in April: experts have identified the foods whose prices will ‘skyrocket’
Despite a temporary drop in the price of some vegetables used in borscht in March, Ukrainians should brace themselves for another rise in fruit and vegetable prices as early as April.
The Lviv region leads the way in Ukraine in terms of the number of industrial parks and the development of green energy
The Lviv region is consolidating its status as an energy-self-sufficient and investment-attractive region. During a teleconference with the Office of the President, discussions focused on support for the agricultural sector, insurance against war risks, and the commissioning of new power generation capacity in 2026
How to set up an eSIM in Privat24: a step-by-step guide for customers of all mobile network operators
PrivatBank customers can now activate a digital SIM card from Ukraine’s leading mobile operators—Kyivstar, Vodafone and lifecell—directly within the mobile app. The service takes just a few minutes to set up and is indispensable if your physical SIM card is damaged or unavailable
A decade-low: why sunflower oil production has fallen in Ukraine
Sunflower oil production in Ukraine is set to fall by 10% in the 2025/26 season due to the lowest seed yield in the last ten years. Despite a decline in export volumes, the country’s foreign exchange earnings continue to rise
The government is refunding fuel costs: how drivers can claim 1,000 hryvnias
While prices at Ukrainian petrol stations continue to creep upwards, drivers now have the chance to significantly ease the strain on their wallets. The government has launched a unique cashback scheme that allows you to get up to 1,000 hryvnias back directly onto your bank card
What is the actual minimum wage Ukrainians can expect in April?
Since the start of 2026, the minimum wage in Ukraine has already been increased, but the question of its actual amount after tax remains a pressing concern for millions of citizens. In April, the figure will remain at its current level, but there are certain nuances to the actual payments
A revolution in action: which tax services are set to go digital
Ukrainian entrepreneurs are set to enter a new phase of digitalisation: key tax services will now always be at their fingertips. The integration of tax returns and the simplification of reporting directly within the ‘Dія’ app were announced during a meeting with the business community in Kropyvnytskyi
Millions for farmers: how the state will support farmers during the spring farming season
A support programme for agricultural producers is gaining momentum in Ukraine, which is crucial at the height of the spring fieldwork season. This year, 139 farms will receive over 124 million hryvnias from the state to develop and diversify their production
