“Businesses have regained some working capital. And when they consider whether to leave the city or stay, they choose to stay,” In 2025 alone, 9,000 sole proprietors have registered in Kharkiv.
While prisoners of war receive state support that, though imperfect, remains systematic, civilians returning from Russian captivity are left without any programmes.
There are 15 million recipients of social benefits in the country. The Ministry of Social Policy plans to make significant cuts, otherwise there will be no funds left for anyone.
‘Social justice. How the state does/does not help those affected by the war’ — this topic was the focus of the discussion panel, which took place as part of a joint project between…
As of now, 15 million Ukrainians receive social benefits. This was announced by Minister of Labour and Social Policy Denys Ulyutin at a discussion organised by LB and EFI Group as…
‘This is evident in Colombia, Chile, and Congo. Two decades ago, few at Chinese universities spoke English; now they are dynamic and English-speaking.’
‘The labour market is about skills. Skills and education. So, education should be provided by universities. Large universities should become centres of education, science and the formation of a new Ukrainian identity.’
“The secret to turning tears into action is to find your mission and carry it out honestly — without waiting for the government, a rector, a donor, a student, or a colleague. Don’t wait, don’t boast, just act.”
What should higher education and science in Ukraine be like in order to drive the country's development during and after the war? How does the Ministry of Education and Science view…