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KI Insights is a strategic intelligence unit backed by the Kyiv Independent that provides an analytical subscription package and commercial research services. A subscription includes weekly updates, a comprehensive research library, exclusive events, and custom data requests. Whether navigating Ukraine's political landscape or exploring business opportunities, KI Insights equips you with the knowledge to stay ahead.

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Ukraine's Reforms, Transitions, and Market Opportunities: Kyiv's Deal Pipeline in 2025​ – briefing by KI Insights

by KI Insights
As Ukraine anticipates post-war reconstruction, a new wave of privatizations, regulatory reforms, and foreign investment opportunities is reshaping the country's economic landscape. From energy and infrastructure to retail and agriculture, Ukraine is opening up key sectors to domestic and international investors. Join KI Insights for an exclusive online briefing on Tuesday, May 20, where Director Jakub Parusinski will delve into Ukraine's evolving business environment. This session will provide

Where next for Ukraine after Trump’s first 100 days? Prospects for War and Peace – briefing by KI Insights

by KI Insights
What can Ukraine and its allies expect from Donald Trump's next 100 days? Will diplomacy prevail—or should Kyiv prepare for new shocks? What are the key takeaways, and what should diplomats, humanitarians, and businesses anticipate in the coming weeks? Join KI Insights for our exclusive monthly briefing on Monday, May 12, where Director Jakub Parusinski will explore key scenarios, help you navigate the fast-evolving events, and answer your questions in a live Q&A. Event details: 🗓️ Date: Mo

Fallout from the Zelensky-Trump meeting. What's next for Ukraine? – spot briefing by KI Insights

by KI Insights
How will the latest high-level talks shape Ukraine’s trajectory? What are the key takeaways, and what should diplomats, humanitarians, and businesses anticipate in the coming weeks? Join KI Insights for an exclusive spot briefing this Thursday, where we will break down the fallout and help you navigate the fast-evolving events. Event details: 📅 Date: Thursday, 6. March ⏰ Time: 18:00 Kyiv time (17:00 Brussels, 16:00 London, 11:00 Washington, DC). Expected duration – 1 hour 15 minutes. 📍 Form

Ukraine calendar: What will happen this week

by KI Insights
Editor's note: This article is an on-site version of KI Insights' public newsletter The Week Ahead, covering events from May 5-11. Sign up here to start your week with an agenda of Ukraine-related events delivered directly to your inbox every Sunday. The coming week will provide further clarity on the future of the US-Ukraine relationship. Key questions include: will the US pull out of Ukraine-Russia talks, will Ukraine’s Rada ratify the “minerals deal” (at least the public part, note that some

The week ahead: Key developments impacting global politics & markets

by KI Insights
Editor's note: This article is an on-site version of KI Insights' The Week Ahead newsletter covering events from Feb. 10-Feb. 16. Sign up here to start your week with an agenda of Ukraine-related events, delivered directly to your inbox every Sunday. This week’s key event is the 61st Munich Security Conference (MSC), taking place on Feb. 14-16. European defense, Europe-US relations, and Ukraine support/ ceasefire talks will take center stage (all major themes at a somewhat nervous Feb. 3 “infor

The week ahead: Key developments impacting global politics & markets

by KI Insights
Editor's note: This article is an on-site version of KI Insights' The Week Ahead newsletter covering events from Feb. 3-Feb. 9. Sign up here to start your week with an agenda of Ukraine-related events, delivered directly to your inbox every Sunday. On Feb. 3-8, Washington will host the 4th annual Ukrainian Week, which seeks to build ties between US and Ukrainian policy-makers and church representatives. Pavlo Unguryan, a notable figure in Ukraine’s outreach to US evangelicals, will lead the org

Shifting Sands: Trump’s Peace Proposal for Ukraine and Russia

by KI Insights
Update: Briefing slides can now be accessed here. KI Insights subscribers can also access the recording. Join our exclusive KI Insights Monthly Briefing to gain critical perspectives on the prospects of a peace process in Ukraine under the new US administration. We will analyze the various involved stakeholders and their negotiation stances and discuss potential dynamics given existing leverage and pressure points. Event details: Topic: Shifting Sands: Trump’s Peace Proposal for Ukraine and R

The week ahead: Key developments impacting global politics & markets

by KI Insights
Editor's note: This article is an on-site version of KI Insights' The Week Ahead newsletter covering events from Jan. 27-Feb. 2. Sign up here to start your week with an agenda of Ukraine-related events, delivered directly to your inbox every Sunday. The 9-year terms of three Constitutional Court judges will expire at the end of January. Failure to convene a quorum may force the Court to temporarily cease its activities. Ukraine's Constitutional Court has 18 judges, with 6 appointed by the Pres

Ukraine's Next Election: Political Forces to Watch in 2025

by KI Insights
Join our exclusive KI Insights Monthly Briefing to gain critical perspectives on the highly anticipated Ukrainian elections (whenever they occur). We will analyze key potential players, what to expect from their platforms, and reflect on broader implications for the country's future. Whether you are following Ukrainian politics closely or seeking deeper insights, this session promises to be informative and thought-provoking. Event Details: * Topic: Ukraine's Next Election: Political Forces to

The Week Ahead: Key Developments Impacting Global Politics & Markets

by KI Insights
Editor's note: This article is an on-site version of KI Insights' The Week Ahead newsletter covering events from Jan. 20-Jan. 26. Sign up here to start your week with an agenda of Ukraine-related events, delivered directly to your inbox every Sunday. The global spotlight will be fixed firmly on Washington D.C. next week as Donald Trump is inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on Jan. 20. This is perhaps the most anticipated event of the year, with allies and adversaries bracing

The Week Ahead: Key Developments Impacting Global Politics & Markets

by KI Insights
Editor's note: This article is an on-site version of KI Insights' The Week Ahead newsletter covering events from Jan. 13 to Jan. 20. Sign up here to start your week with an agenda of Ukraine-related events, delivered directly to your inbox every Sunday. With 8 eight days left until the Jan. 20 inauguration of Donald Trump, global policy makers are ramping up preparations for what a Trump 2 presidency could bring. Although the incoming administration has hardly been quite (incl. with concerning

2025 – A Turning Point for Ukraine

by KI Insights
Editor's note: This article is a special edition of the KI Insights' The Week Ahead newsletter, looking at challenges and opportunities facing Ukraine in 2025. 2025 is gearing up to be a decisive year for Ukraine. The country’s leadership will need to navigate a turbulent international landscape, as well as political and military realities that will constrain its options. Here are 5 major trends to watch in the year to come that will shape expectations for the potential end of the Russia-Ukrai

The Week Ahead: Key Developments Impacting Global Politics & Markets

by KI Insights
Editor's note: This article is a shortened on-site version of KI Insights' The Week Ahead newsletter covering events from Dec. 16 to Dec. 22. Sign up here to start your week with an agenda of Ukraine-related events, delivered directly to your inbox every Sunday. Central banks accounting for over 40% of the world’s economy will set rates next week – incl. a possible record hike in Russia. With inflation expected to reach 9% in 2024 and pressure on the ruble, analysts now expect the Russian Centr

The Week Ahead: Key Developments Impacting Global Politics & Markets

by KI Insights
Editor's note: This article is a shortened on-site version of KI Insights' The Week Ahead newsletter covering events from Dec. 9 to Dec. 15. Sign up here to start your week with an agenda of Ukraine-related events, delivered directly to your inbox every Sunday. Romania's newly elected Parliament to set a new date for presidential elections after the Constitutional Court nullified the first-round results. The Court's decision came after determining that Georgescu's winning campaign was coordinat

From Pyongyang to Kyiv: North Korea’s Growing Role in the Russo-Ukrainian War

by KI Insights
New format at KI Insights — Q&A with experts! The first one is already next week.   Join our exclusive Q&A session with Dr. Edward Howell to gain unique insights into Koreas' growing role in the Russo-Ukrainian War. This closed-door event is tailored for subscribers seeking an in-depth understanding of the implications of Korean involvement in the war. Event details: * Topic: The Koreas’ Growing Role in the Russo-Ukrainian War * Speaker: Dr. Edward Howell, Lecturer in Politics at Christ Chu