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102 Communities Selected for Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026
The Ministry of Community Development has finalized the selection of 102 communities to participate in the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026. The announcement was made by Deputy Prime Minister Oleksii Kuleba on May 22, 2026.
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At a glance
- 102 communities have been selected for the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026.
- The selection process included 356 applications from across Ukraine.
- Criteria for selection included strategic planning and anti-corruption efforts.
- The conference will take place in Gdańsk, Poland on June 25-26, 2026.
- Key topics will include energy, infrastructure, and logistics for recovery.
Why it matters
The selection of these communities reflects a strategic effort to engage a diverse range of regions impacted by the conflict. The conference will serve as a platform for addressing critical recovery needs and establishing partnerships for reconstruction.
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What Happened
The Ministry of Community Development completed the selection process for the upcoming Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026, set to occur in Gdańsk, Poland, from June 25 to 26. Deputy Prime Minister Oleksii Kuleba confirmed the decision on May 22, 2026.
A total of 356 applications were received, out of which 102 communities were selected from regions across Ukraine, including both western areas and front-line, affected, or temporarily occupied territories.
Key Details
Communities from various regions were chosen for their potential to contribute to discussions on recovery and rebuilding efforts. Selected communities include those from Lviv, Kyiv, Kharkiv, Sumy, Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk, Mykolaiv, Odesa, and Dnipropetrovsk.
The evaluation for selection was based on criteria such as international cooperation, strategic planning, readiness for investment, anti-corruption measures, and inter-municipal collaboration.
Why It Matters
This conference aims to bring together governments, international financial institutions, businesses, and communities to explore practical solutions for Ukraine's recovery. Participating communities will have direct opportunities to engage with donors and international partners.
Background
The Ukraine Recovery Conference is part of a broader effort to mobilize support for recovery initiatives in the wake of the ongoing conflict. Earlier discussions have focused on energy needs, critical infrastructure, and logistical challenges that Ukraine faces.
The involvement of international partners is crucial for funding and support in the rebuilding process. Notably, Finance Minister Serhii Marchenko recently met with Polish Finance Minister Andrzej Domański to prepare for this upcoming conference, indicating regional collaboration and support for recovery efforts.
Source: Ukrinform UA
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