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January 29, 2024The Ukrainian government assumed that the support from international partners would be unlimited. But this approach failed to consider the consequences of even minor disruptions in donor funding, leaving insufficient resources for essential expenditures like salaries, pensions and social assistance. The country’s entire social infrastructure depends on budgetary allocations, which, in turn, rely on the real sector. However, there has been a lack of initiative or progress in addressing the real sector for the past two years.
There was an opportunity to establish crucial defense-related enterprises in secure areas, creating well-paid jobs, developing infrastructure and offering employment to both local and displaced populations. Unfortunately, this potential was not realized, leading to the current need to reduce social payments. Looking ahead to peacetime, it is essential to understand Ukraine’s role in global production and how the country plans to sustain its economy. Joining global production chains could offer more security than relying on promises of “starting consultations.” The key question is identifying those capable of organizing and executing large-scale projects in Ukraine.
Europe has demonstrated a pragmatic approach to Ukraine, restricting the export of Ukrainian agricultural products. This raises questions about the future when Ukraine seeks entry into industrial production and the ability to supply products to the European Union. Furthermore, it is crucial for the state to maintain control over vital enterprises during Ukraine’s recovery. Failure to do so may result in strategic assets, such as sand and gravel deposits and cement plants, falling into the hands of savvy foreigners who could exploit the situation for their benefit at the expense of the Ukrainian population.