USUBC News and Events

USUBC Welcomes New Regional Director of European Investment Bank (EIB) Kristina Mikulova

U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) held a meeting with Mr. Jean-Erik de Zagon, Head of the Regional Hub for Eastern Europe at the European Investment Bank (EIB), and Ms. Kristina Mikulova, who will take over Mr. de Zagon’s role on October 1, 2024. USUBC thanked Mr. de Zagon for his successful and productive tenure, and welcomed Ms. Mikulova in her new role, expressing hope for continuation of the productive engagement of USUBC and its Members with EIB. Read more…

Kyiv, Ukraine | Mon, Sep 9, 2024

Irina Paliashvili, Acting President of the U.S. Ukraine Business Council, will speak at the “The Rebirth of Ukraine Trade Mission USA” in Washington D.C. on the 23d of September

The Mission, launched by The Washington Institute for Business, Government and Society, will bring together the Ukrainian delegation of dozens of mayors, business executives, and others with senior U.S. government and business leaders to advance the recovery of Ukraine with an emphasis on integrity and ethics in the country’s economic future. We encourage you to learn more about the Mission, the registration for the Mission events in Washington D.C. on September 23-24, and the sponsorship opportunities. Read more…

Washington D.C., United States | Mon, Sep 23, 2024

USUBC Members Support Ukraine's Recovery by joining the Ukraine Business Compact

Sixteen members of the U.S.-Ukraine Business Council have committed to the Ukraine Business Compact, endorsing the initiative to bolster Ukraine’s economic recovery and modernization. The Compact, unveiled at the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2023, is hosted by the United Nations Global Compact Ukraine in partnership with the Government of Ukraine.  It encourages the international business community to engage in trade, investment, and expertise sharing to help secure Ukraine’s long-term economic future, including helping Ukraine build back better, as a more resilient, greener, and more prosperous European nation. Read more…

National Ballet of Ukraine US Tour — Nadiya Ukraine (Hope of Ukraine)

USUBC and its Members have been always committed to supporting cultural ties between Ukraine and the United States, and we are delighted to extend our support to The National Ballet of Ukraine, one of the world’s premier ballet companies, launching its first-ever US Tour, showcasing the best of Ukrainian artists and culture during a time of war and upheaval. Proceeds from the Tour will benefit children and families of Ukraine via Non-Profit HUMANITE. We encourage our Members and the entire USUBC community to attend the performances in your city, and to get involved in sponsorship and donations opportunities for the Tour. Read more…

United States | Oct 8-30, 2024

Members News

Ukrainian Laws in Wartime: Guide for International and Domestic Businesses, 2024 third edition
by Baker McKenzie Ukraine | Wed, Sep 4, 2024
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Seeton is ranked among the top three Ukrainian system integrators
by Networks and Business magazine | Wed, Sep 4, 2024
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Investment Opportunity of Energy Sector of Ukraine
by Ukraine Invest | Thu, Sep 5, 2024
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Ukraine to Allow Limited Parallel Import of Medicines from 2025
by CMS Cameron McKenna LLC | Wed, Sep 4, 2024
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Audere's August 2024 Ukraine-Russia Horizon Scan
by Audere | Sat, Sep 1, 2024
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CAE has been shortlisted as one of the world’s most influential businesses committed to 100% renewable electricity by 2050
by RE100 Awards | Fri, Sep 6, 2024
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Overview of demining industry regulations in Ukraine
by Kinstellar | Wed, Sep 4, 2024
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USUBC members Mastercard, Burson and N-iX have been named to the 2024 Global Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces list
by Inspiring Workplaces | Thu, Sep 5, 2024
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Peculiarities of defence procurement in Ukraine
by DLF Attorneys-at-law | Wed, Aug 21, 2024
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Members and Partners Upcoming Events

Online Wed, Sep 18, 2024 Extraordinary Challenges in Humanitarian Demining for Ukraine The event, organized by the U.S.-Ukraine Foundation, will feature speakers including Paul Heslop, Senior Mine Action Advisor to the United Nations Resident Coordinator and UN Country Team in Ukraine; Ihor Fedirko, Deputy Director of Ukroboronservice SC for the Humanitarian Demining Center; Chris Whatley, Executive Director of HALO Trust USA; and moderator Denys Gurak. More about event   Kyiv, Ukraine Wed, Sep 18, 2024 III Business & Legal Infrastructure Forum Event, organized by Legal Practice Publishing, will feature discussions and panels about infrastructure challenges, protection and restoration, and investment opportunities. Infrastructure projects are not only foundational for innovation and development but are also essential for survival, especially during wartime, impacting both civilian and military operations. More about event   Washington D.C., United States Sep 22-25, 2024 Ukraine Action Summit Event, organized by The American Coalition for Ukraine twice a year, provides an open platform for expert discussions on the current situation in Ukraine, networking opportunities with Ukraine-focused non-profit organizations from across the country, and informational support and coordination for community advocacy efforts. More about event     Washington D.C., United States Wed, Sep 25, 2024 CSIS Doing Business in Ukraine 2024 Conference: Building Ukraine’s Security through a Modernized Economy The conference will convene Ukrainian leaders from both the private sector and municipal administrations, alongside representatives from multinational corporations, the Biden Administration, and the U.S. Congress to discuss business and trade opportunities and challenges with the U.S. and G-7 allies. More about event   Kyiv, Ukraine Sep 26, 2024 XIII Tax Forum Event, organized by The Ukrainian Bar Association will be an excellent opportunity to exchange experience with leading experts in the field of tax law, representatives of government agencies, judges, heads of law firms and business representatives. More about event   Recent Developments by Ministry of Finance of Ukraine | Fri, Sep 6, 2024 Ukraine and the United States agreed to develop partnership in economic recovery and reconstruction projects On 6 September, Ukraine's Minister of Finance, Sergii Marchenko, met with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources and Acting U.S. Special Representative for Ukraine's Economic Recovery, Richard Verma. Read more… by Ministry of Economy of Ukraine | Mon, Sep 2, 2024 Government will compensate 100% of the cost of demining to farmers who demine agricultural land The Cabinet of Ministers has increased the amount of compensation for agribusinesses planning to demine agricultural land. The program will also now be open to farmers who have a tax debt for land or a single tax debt if they are Group IV single tax payers. Read more… by Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine | Wed, Sep 4, 2024 Parliament supports decision on Ukraine's accession to the International Fund for Agricultural Development Accession to the Agreement will help expand Ukraine's international cooperation in the agri-food sector, attract additional financial resources for agricultural development, expand the use of the latest technologies in agricultural production, and improve the country's food security. Read more…