The reconstruction of Ukraine is estimated to cost €500 billion ($588 billion), requiring both capital and international firms to establish local operations. To support this, Germany recently launched "Ukraine Connect," a €45 million fund providing low-interest loans and risk insurance for German investors.

Currently, 70 German companies operate in Ukraine, mainly in defense and construction. This includes Boreal Light, which has installed five solar-powered water treatment units in Mykolaiv, adapted for frontline conditions. While Ukraine seeks industrial modernization, experts emphasize that ending the conflict and clearing landmines are essential prerequisites for large-scale recovery.

 

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