In terms of total trade volume, Ukraine cooperates most closely with China, Poland, and Germany. These countries form the basis of the state’s foreign economic relations, exerting a critical influence on imports and exports.
China remains the leader with a total trade volume of $8.99 billion. Poland ranks second with $6.04 billion, while Germany and Turkey are almost equal with $4.28 billion and $4.25 billion, respectively. The United States ranks fifth with $2.86 billion.
The top 10 also includes Italy ($2.38 billion), the Czech Republic ($1.64 billion), Bulgaria ($1.54 billion), Hungary ($1.53 billion), and Romania ($1.50 billion).
“The top ten partners form the basis of Ukraine’s foreign trade balance. China and the EU countries account for the largest volumes of trade, but it is important to take into account the significant negative balance in relations with these countries,” said Maksim Urakin, founder of Experts Club and economist.
He added that although the large volume of trade indicates Ukraine’s integration into global supply chains, dependence on imports from China and Europe creates strategic risks.
“Poland and Germany are key hubs for Ukrainian exports, but at the same time they are significant sources of imports. Therefore, it is critically important to balance trade flows, preserving positive sectors such as agriculture and metallurgy, and reducing dependence on critical imports,” Urakin noted.
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Have you decided to learn English from scratch? Congratulations. You are braver than half of those who have been saying “I need to get started” for years. Now the main thing is not to give up after a month. Because there will be no miracles: you can’t pour a language into your head with a dropper. But there will be a system, progress, and that rush when you order coffee in English for the first time and the barista realizes you’re not using Google Translate.
1. The alphabet and sounds — you can’t get anywhere without them
No, you can’t “skip the alphabet because I already know A-B-C.” You don’t. You confuse “i” and “e,” pronounce “u” as “yu,” and turn ‘th’ into “z.” Sorry, but that’s how it is.
The good news is that it’s possible to fix this. Learn the sounds as if you were a child learning to speak for the first time. Because that’s exactly what you are.
You don’t need 5,000 words right away. You need 50. Yes, exactly 50. If you can say “eat, drink, go, work,” you can already form sentences.
The method is simple:
● Flashcards. Yes, it’s boring. Yes, it works.
● One topic per week. Today “food,” tomorrow “actions.”
● Usage. A new word without a sentence is dead.
Remember: a dictionary is not a museum. It is a tool that you need to use constantly.
You don’t need to know 12 tenses right now. You need three: Present Simple, Past Simple, and Future Simple. That’s it. The rest will come with time.
Example:
● I work.
● I worked.
● I will work.
Yes, it’s primitive. But primitivism is not a shame, it’s a stage. And don’t be afraid to make mistakes. Seriously, native speakers make them by the dozen too. You just don’t notice it.
Turn on children’s cartoons or simple podcasts. And listen. At first, it will seem that you only catch “hello” and “ok.” That’s normal.
The main thing is to do it regularly. The brain is like a muscle: the more you “work it out,” the better it perceives a foreign language.
You don’t have to start with Shakespeare right away. Read adapted stories or short articles. The rule is simple: if you understand at least 70% of the text, it’s for you. If less, it’s too early.
Don’t think that writing is “not that important.” It’s a way to check if you really know something. Try to write one sentence in English every day. Even if it’s just “I am tired.” It’s a step forward.
In a month, you’ll already have mini-stories. And yes, it will look naive. But that’s where real confidence comes from.
You will blush, get confused, and insert “um” and “uh.” That’s normal. That’s inevitable. It will pass.
The main rule here is to start speaking right away. Whether with a textbook, in front of a mirror, or with your cat. Ideally, find a partner or teacher, but don’t wait until you’re “ready.” You’ll never be ready if you stay silent.
Learned a new word? Repeat it the next day. Then three days later. Then a week later. Without this, it will fly out of your head as quickly as it came in.
You are an adult, you have a job, a family, a lot of things to do. Your motivation will drop. And here it is important to know: this is normal.
Tricks:
● Set minimal goals. “10 minutes a day” is realistic.
● Don’t punish yourself. Missed a day? Start again.
● Track small victories: understanding 5 words in a TV series today is already a success.
Learning English is a marathon, not a sprint. There are no magic pills. But there is you, your brain, and the right system.
In 3 months, you will be speaking simple sentences. In a year, you will be able to communicate on basic topics. In a few years, you will be able to think in English.
And most importantly, English will open doors that now seem closed. But only you can open these doors — with small steps every day.
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The laboratory diagnostics market in Ukraine showed growth in the first half of 2025 after declining in previous years, Mykola Skavronsky, deputy general director of Sinevo Ukraine, said in an interview with Interfax-Ukraine.
“We were very surprised that in the first half of this year there was a significant increase in the number of tests and patients. The growth was 15-20% compared to the second half of 2024,” he said.
According to Skavronsky, this growth cannot be explained solely by the return of Ukrainians from abroad. “Most likely, objective reasons played a role: the gradual stabilization of the economy and the fact that after COVID-19, the culture of regular testing has taken root,” he added.
Sinevo Ukraine is the largest network of private medical laboratories in the country and is part of the European Medicover group. The company provides a wide range of diagnostic services and operates more than 300 testing centers.
As Serbian Economist reports, Belgrade’s preparations for EXPO 2027 are gaining momentum: the authorities and investors are actively modernizing the hotel infrastructure. The most notable project is the reconstruction of the Hotel Slavija, which has been authorized by the Serbian Ministry of Construction for a complete renovation.
The hotel, built 63 years ago and long considered a symbol of Belgrade hospitality, after the completion of the reconstruction at the end of 2026, will receive the category of “four stars” and will offer 465 rooms.
According to the hotel association HORES, there are now 120 hotels with about 8 thousand rooms in Belgrade, and by the exhibition they will be 20 more, adding about 2 thousand more accommodations. Private apartments will also play a significant role.
HORES Director Gjorge Genov stressed the need to organize shuttle transport between Belgrade and neighboring cities (Novi Sad, Šabac) in order to use additional accommodation reserves.
EXPO organizers said that more than 120 countries, including the world’s largest economies, have already confirmed their participation in Belgrade:
– China;
– Germany;
– France;
– Italy;
– Turkey.
The total number of participants is expected to exceed 130 countries.
EXPO 2027, which will last 93 days, will be the largest international event in the history of modern Serbia. For the hotel and tourism sector, it is a chance to reach new service standards and attract long-term investments.
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Vitamin D test has become one of the most demanded analyses in Ukraine, which surprises specialists, Deputy Director General of Sinevo Ukraine Mykola Skavronsky said in an interview with Interfax-Ukraine.
“I am a bit surprised by the great popularity of this expensive analysis. Moreover, it is paid for by the state through the medical guarantee program. Even many rich countries do not cover the vitamin D test at the expense of the budget,” he said.
Skavronsky noted that the popularity of the test is due to the active promotion of vitamin D preparations on the market since 2017-2018. “Pharmaceutical companies have made it part of the medical discourse, and the demand has taken hold,” he added.
“Synevo Ukraine is part of Synevo’s international laboratory network operating in more than 10 countries in Europe.”
Competition in the Ukrainian laboratory diagnostics market is intensifying, which could lead to price wars, said Mykola Skavronsky, deputy CEO of Sinevo Ukraine, in an interview with Interfax-Ukraine.
“The number of laboratories has increased after COVID-19, and there are fewer people in the country, so the cost of attracting customers has increased significantly. This could lead to dumping, discounts, and even an increase in drug kickbacks,” he said.
Skavronsky added that the cost of services has also increased due to the devaluation of the hryvnia and the weakening of the dollar against the euro, which forced the company to raise prices by 10-15%.
Sinevo Ukraine is part of the Medicover Group, an international holding company in the field of medical and diagnostic services, whose shares are listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange.
