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From destruction to recovery: building Ukraine’s future prosperity
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Date
14 May 2026
Location
Chatham House 10 St James's Square, London SW1Y 4LE
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Half day conference on the war-time recovery of Ukraine and necessary policies to support its long-term prosperity, building on the experience and analysis of both the EBRD and Chatham House.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) in partnership with Chatham House is convening a high-level conference to discuss the roadmap for Ukraine’s economic recovery.
The destruction caused by the Russian invasion is staggering. After four years of war the total cost of reconstruction and recovery in Ukraine is almost US$c588 billion. Sustaining economic stability in war time and preparing for the most ambitious economic recovery project of the century, require effective collaboration of Ukrainian state, western donors, private sector and wider civil society. Ukraine’s integration with the EU and deep structural reforms could catalyse economic growth and enable social recovery and industrial reconstruction.
The panel discussions will address these topics:
- How can Ukraine and its international partners develop security arrangements that provide credible long-term assurances and strengthen regional stability?
- Which reforms could strengthen Ukraine’s economic growth and support a more predictable and competitive business environment? How to sustain momentum on the way to full membership in the EU?
- How can Ukraine position itself competitively in emerging European value chains?
13.00 - 13.45
Registration and coffee
13.45 - 15.00
Ukraine: The route to prosperity
Welcome remarks: Simon Smith, Chairman, Steering Committee, Ukraine Forum, Chatham House
15.15 - 16.00
Win-Win: Ukraine’s Security and Recovery as an Asset for Europe
Guiding questions: • How can Ukraine and its international partners work together to develop security arrangements that provide credible long-term assurances, and strengthen regional stability? • What forms of long-term security guarantees or cooperative frameworks could most effectively enhance investor confidence and enable sustained recovery? • How can the recovery process become an opportunity for Europe and Ukraine to advance joint ambitions in areas such as green transition, digitalisation, and strategic industries?
16.00 - 16.30
Coffee break
16.30 - 17.45
Key Domestic Enablers and Barriers to Recovery
Guiding questions: • Which are the more pressing institutional and governance challenges that need to be addressed for Ukraine’s economic recovery and EU accession? • Which targeted reforms or capacity-building measures would most effectively strengthen Ukraine’s economic growth and support a more predictable and competitive business environment? • How can Ukraine and international partners better coordinate support to advance reforms?
17.45 - 18.00
Comfort break
18.00 - 19.00
Expanding the Investment Pipeline: Key Priorities During and After the War
Guiding questions: • How can firms navigate the dual challenge of operating in a wartime context while preparing for long-term market expansion? • How can Ukraine position itself competitively in emerging European value chains—particularly in green technologies, logistics, and digital services? • What are the most significant labour-market constraints for firms today, and which policies and support mechanisms could accelerate the reintegration of displaced people and veterans?
19.00 - 19.15
Closing Remarks – Odile Renaud-Basso, President, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development