The Ministry for Development of Economy, Trade and Agriculture of Ukraine has proposed that a zero quota is set for the export of sunflower seeds from May 15 through September 30, 2021.
The draft resolution has been posted on the ministry’s website.
In an explanatory note to the document, the ministry said that the introduction of a temporary licensing regime and quotas for the export of sunflower seeds at 0 tonnes will stabilize prices for this product in the domestic market.
The Filatov Institute of Eye Diseases and Tissue Therapy of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine (Odesa), after the end of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, intends to resume work on the creation of branches in other countries, Director of the institute Natalia Pasechnikova has said.
“The demand for ophthalmological medical services is growing all over the world. The lack of highly qualified specialists has created the preconditions for the signing of memorandums on the establishment of branches of the institute in other countries [currently in China and Bulgaria]. Unfortunately, this issue is still difficult due to the pandemic. However, I hope that after humanity cope with the pandemic, we will be able to resume these projects,” she said in an interview with Interfax-Ukraine.
According to Pasechnikova, the institute receives offers of cooperation and participation in global international research.
“We have signed agreements on cooperation with organizations and companies in Israel, Switzerland, Germany, Mexico, India, and Hawaii. We cooperate with Linköping University [Sweden] in the development of an artificial cornea; we participate in a global study conducted by the National Institute of Health [U.S.] in the field of research of hereditary ophthalmological diseases and the development of technologies for their diagnosis,” she said.
Qatari-based global power investment company with assets around world
is investing in Ukrainian renewable energy sector
UDP Renewables, a UFuture’s portfolio company, opens Ukraine for an international power investment company based in Doha, Qatar — Nebras Power. The parties agreed on a strategic partnership and signed a number of contracts.
According to the agreements, Nebras Power assumes a controlling stake in six companies operating UDPR’s photovoltaic solar power plants, namely: “Scythia-Solar-1”, “Scythia-Solar-2”, “Free-Energy Genichesk”, “Port-Solar”, “Terslav” and “Sun Power Pervomaisk”.
“This SPA signifies a fruitful conclusion of the two-year negotiations on cooperation with Nebras Power — it’s a long-awaited victory and a great honour for us. We are happy to be opening opportunities in the Ukrainian market for a noted global power investment company and are proud to become its reliable partner. I am confident that together we will be able to make our planet cleaner and greener for future generations,” Sergiy Yevtushenko, Managing Partner of UDP Renewables, said.
Nebras Power is an active international player in the global power market. The company invests in the development of clean energy the world over and currently has assets based in the Middle East & North Africa, Asia, Australia, Latin America and Europe. These assets have been developed to meet the growing demands for power. Nebras Power is one of the first players from the Middle East to enter into a long-term strategic partnership with Ukraine.
“For Nebras, Ukraine represents not only a rich and dynamic new market but also symbolizes the success of our global growth strategy, which endeavours to identify and invest in robust power projects in both developed and emerging economies. By leveraging this approach, we can deliver clean and reliable power to communities, while endowing those countries, such as Ukraine, with the means to meet their clean and green energy targets,” said Khalid M Jolo, CEO of Nebras Power.
Nebras Power’s Chairman Mohammed Nasser Al-Hajri, echoed Mr. Jolo’s vision on the importance of the agreement and the company’s foray into Ukraine: “The partial acquisition of six solar projects in Ukraine will further add to and complement our expanding international portfolio mix. Furthermore, our partnership with UDPR communicates Nebras’s expertise and ability to invest in and furnish projects that will affect positive changes in those diverse international power markets where we invest. As we move forwards, we look ahead to a prosperous and long-lasting relationship with UDPR and Ukraine,” Mr. Al-Hajri said.
This cooperation between the two companies will contribute to the development of an innovative economy and the preservation of the environment. The next stage of the partnership envisages joint development of wind power generation projects by Nebras Power and UDP Renewables.
The collaboration will add to Nebras Power’s impressive portfolio of sustainable strategic investments in power, water and renewables globally. For UDPR, the partnership will expand the share of clean energy in Ukraine’s energy balance, improve the country’s global competitiveness, and help reduce its carbon footprint.
“By 2023 we will add more to Ukraine’s green energy capacity, thus improving both our country’s environment and its global economic competitiveness. Thanks to Nebras Power’s investments we will be producing more than 700 GW*h of clean electricity per year, enough to power 310,000 average houses,” Nicholas Tymoshchuk, CEO of UFuture said.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
UDP Renewables is an investment and development company in the field of renewable energy. By diversifying the resources and location of its facilities, UDP Renewables plans to become one of the largest producers of clean energy in Ukraine by 2022 with a total capacity of more than 300 MW.
UFuture is a holding company of Ukrainian entrepreneur Vasyl Khmelnytsky, which has a diversified portfolio of assets in real estate, infrastructure, industry, renewable energy, pharmaceuticals and IT. Currently, UFuture is a strategic investor in UDP Renewables. UFuture’s assets are estimated at $500 million, and the total capitalization of the businesses it invested in is up to $1 billion.
Nebras Power Investment Management B.V. (“NPIM”) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nebras Power Q.P.S.C., incorporated in the Netherlands and is operating since 2016. NPIM is the international investment management platform of Nebras Power Q.P.S.C. Its mandate is to own, develop and invest, in greenfield developments and brownfield projects, in the sectors of power and water, in the Netherlands and internationally. www.nebras-power.com
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a decree on vaccination of the population against coronavirus, providing for the creation of a National Vaccination Plan against COVID-19, according to which the majority of the adult population of Ukraine should receive their vaccinations by the end of this year.
Corresponding document No. 139/2021 “On the decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine dated April 2, 2021” On the National Plan for Vaccine Preventive Treatment of Acute Respiratory Disease COVID-19 Caused by the SARS-CoV-2 Coronavirus, Until the End of 2021 “was announced on the President’s website on Sunday.
According to the decision of the NSDC, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine within seven days must ensure the development and approval of the National Vaccination Plan against COVID-19, taking into account the best international experience, the press service of the head of state reported.
“In particular, the minimum required monthly number of vaccinations should be established, the sources and timing of the supply of vaccines for the prevention of coronavirus disease, the persons responsible for the implementation of the plan, the ultimate goal of which is to cover the majority of the adult population of Ukraine with vaccinations no later than December 2021 for the formation of herd immunity to the coronavirus,” the President’s Office reported.
They note that the government should intensify negotiations with manufacturers of vaccines against COVID-19, as well as attract international technical assistance for the implementation of the vaccination campaign in Ukraine.
“The Ministry of Health should take urgent and effective measures to supply to Ukraine as soon as possible the required amount of vaccines for the specific prevention of coronavirus disease and ensure public access to vaccination; ensure effective awareness-raising on vaccination,” the message says.
The President’s Office also emphasizes that the decision provides that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs should take urgent measures aimed at increasing the efficiency of cooperation with foreign states and international organizations on the supply of vaccines against COVID-19 to Ukraine.
The decree on the entry into force of the NSDC decision comes into force from the day of its publication.
As reported, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Oleksiy Danilov said that in the near future, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky will sign a decree on the vaccination of the population of Ukraine.
Ukraine and Qatar signed 13 important documents and two commercial contracts on Monday, April 5, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
“Commend the signing of 13 important documents and 2 commercial contracts between Ukraine & Qatar. Our countries have and realize great potential for deepening cooperation. Grateful to Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and PM, Minister of Interior Khalid bin Khalifa Al Thani for hospitality,” Zelensky wrote on Twitter
Dozens of officers of regional departments of the State Customs Service of Ukraine have been suspended from work, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said during a video statement, following a meeting of the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) on Friday.
“Dozens of customs officials have been suspended from work. And we are also preparing legislative changes, which will result in the criminalization of inaccurate customs declaration,” the president said.
He said the reason for such a decision is the losses incurred by the Ukrainian budget due to the ineffective work of customs.
“According to experts, losses due to smuggling reach UAH 300 billion, which the state budget lost. More than 100 billion of them [were lost] due to the ineffective work of customs,” the head of state said.
He said that Ukraine will continue to actively fight against smuggling, as it is “economic terrorism.”
