The discussions at the World Economic Forum in Davos were a stark reminder of how interconnected the global economy is, and how Ukraine’s stability — or lack thereof — affects us all. From military aid to economic sanctions, the steps we take now will shape the future not just for Ukraine, but for the world. The war Russia has unleashed on Ukraine is not only a threat to our country, but also a destabilizing force for the entire world economy. One of the clearest signs of this disruption was th

In early 2022, the Ukrainian team of an Austrian wood processing company held a meeting in a bomb shelter during an air raid alert. Despite a Russian strike nearby, their focus wasn't on relocation but on building a new logistics center in the country. A year later, their determination paid off — built from scratch, a new 22-million-euro facility was a symbol of resilience and trust. At the onset of the invasion, some claimed no one would invest in a country at war. They were wrong. Most regi

Attracting investments through industrial parks has driven GDP growth and tripled exports in Turkey, exceeding $350 billion annually. In South Korea, enterprises in industrial parks have accounted for up to 72% of exports and employed 48% of the population. China's industrial and technology parks contribute about 23% of its GDP. These examples are more than illustrative. With over 15,000 industrial parks worldwide, many countries have leveraged them to transition from agrarian economies to high

Ukrposhta, Ukraine’s state-owned postal service, was the first to resume operations in the country’s recently liberated cities and villages, delivering packages and much-needed pensions to the most vulnerable. The company is continuing to grow, expand, and digitize its services. Ukraine’s state-owned railway company Ukrzaliznytsia transported 25 million passengers in long-distance trains in 2023, many from front-line zones that are subject to incessant Russian attacks. With Ukraine’s airspace c

Ukraine needs approximately $37 billion in aid this year. This fact, coupled with its goal to become more economically self-sufficient, makes it crucial to explore more effective options when it comes to donor assistance. Ukraine received a record amount of foreign aid in 2023: $42.6 billion. Part of this aid was funneled into the concept of "help Ukraine from within Ukraine," wherein humanitarian aid and equipment is sourced from within Ukraine, as opposed to being transported across the borde