The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, and the President of the United States, Donald Trump, are preparing to sign a large-scale agreement for economic prosperity and the post-war reconstruction of Ukraine, which involves attracting investments of about $800 billion over the next ten years. Also planned is the conclusion of a free trade agreement between the countries.
This is reported by Finway
Ukraine’s Post-War Recovery Plan
A key element of the new strategy will be attracting American investments for the reconstruction and modernization of the Ukrainian economy. Kyiv hopes that Washington’s involvement in the country’s rebuilding will enhance the motivation for the US to provide reliable security guarantees to Ukraine and facilitate favorable conditions for Kyiv in ending the war with Russia.
It is expected that final negotiations regarding the “prosperity plan” and security guarantees may take place not in Washington, but during the World Economic Forum in Davos. This format of the meeting was suggested by Ukraine’s European allies, who advised Zelensky to forgo a trip to the White House at this stage.
Free Trade Agreement and Business Prospects
In addition to the investment agreement, the parties are considering signing a free trade agreement between Ukraine and the US. According to Zelensky, this agreement will establish zero tariffs in mutual trade, which could serve as a boost for the development of several industrial regions in our state. Importantly, this step will attract international investors and create favorable conditions for foreign business.
“This could serve as an additional guarantee of economic security,” the president emphasized, adding that he plans to discuss the details of the proposal directly with Trump.
The implementation of the proposed agreements could open new opportunities for the Ukrainian economy, facilitate its rapid recovery, and provide long-term security guarantees in cooperation with the US.