Establishing and Operating a Business in Ukraine: Practical Guidance

Having re-established its on-the-ground presence in Kyiv in October 2023, the Business Sweden team is pleased to launch the "Rebuilding Ukraine: Opportunities for Swedish Private Sector" webinar series for Swedish companies seeking ways to contribute their solutions and expertise to Ukraine’s recovery and renewal journey.

With robust support from the international community and Ukraine’s willingness to cooperate, the upcoming reconstruction efforts present significant opportunities for international businesses. As we explore the diverse possibilities in this evolving landscape, Sweden’s crucial role in Ukraine’s resurgence becomes evident, facilitating a smooth transition toward a green, digital, and inclusive economy.

Through this webinar series, Business Sweden aims to provide Swedish private sector with current information on Ukraine’s economic situation and prospects, ongoing procurement opportunities, investment frameworks, and practical aspects of conducting business with Ukraine in these challenging times.

Our third webinar in the series "Establishing and Operating a Business in Ukraine: Practical Guidance" will be moderated by Mr. Andreas Giallourakis, Trade Commissioner to Ukraine, Business Sweden. 

Agenda: 

• 10:05 – 10:15 – Overview of Ukraine’s Legal Landscape, Key Business Entity Types and Anti-Corruption Frameworks, Mr. Yevhenii Shakotko, Project Manager Ukraine, Business Sweden

• 10:15 – 10:25 – Taxation in Ukraine: Essential Insights for International Businesses, Ms. Oksana Shvets, Chief Policy Officer (Tax & Customs Issues), American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine

• 10:25 – 10:35 – Best Practices for Hiring and Employment Compliance, Ms. Anna Derevyanko, Executive Director, European Business Association in Ukraine

• 10:35 – 10:45 – Finding Partners in Foreign Markets: Strategies for Success and Avoiding Pitfalls, Mr. Erik Friberg, Market Area Director Central Eastern Europe, Business Sweden 

• 10:45 – 11:00 – Q&A

The webinar will be held in English and take place on Microsoft Teams. You'll receive a link to the webinar 1 day prior to start to the email address you registered with.