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European Bank for Reconstruction and Development invests 13.5 bln euros in
Ukraine
KIEV, June 13, 2019 (BSS/Xinhua) – The European Bank for Reconstruction
and Development (EBRD) has invested 13.5 billion euros (15.3 billion U.S.
dollars) in Ukraine, Prime Minister of Ukraine Volodymyr Groysman said on
Wednesday.
After meeting with visiting EBRD President Sir Suma Chakrabarti, Groysman
said that he would work towards achieving macroeconomic stability in Ukraine
and continue the course of reforms, according to a press release of the
cabinet of ministers of Ukraine.
“I really appreciate the level of our cooperation. I am glad that this year
we are demonstrating good growth momentum. We appreciate the support we
receive in implementing the reforms. Of course, we appreciate the funds that
the bank invests in the economy of the state. Your visit is another
confirmation that we will strengthen cooperation despite the upcoming
elections,” Groysman was quoted as saying at the meeting.
Chakrabarti praised the EBRD’s work in Ukraine, which he said is one of the
top five country partners of the bank.
The EBRD is one of the biggest investors in Ukraine, having been involved
in 427 projects.
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