Forum Highlights Catalonia’s Commitment to Ukraine’s Rebuilding Efforts
The forum titled 'Catalonia and the Reconstruction of Ukraine: Commitment, Cooperation, Business' served as a crucial platform to explore the involvement of Catalan companies in the modernization and recovery of Ukraine. Discussions centered on collaboration across key sectors including:
- infrastructure
- energy
- water resource management
- mobility
- technology
Participants also examined financing strategies and business support mechanisms for companies interested in operating within Ukraine. This event further reinforced interregional partnerships and built upon agreements made during the visit of the President of the Generalitat of Catalonia, Salvador Illa, to Ukraine.
Notable Figures at the Forum
Key attendees included:
- Yulia Sokolovska, Ukraine's Ambassador to Spain
- Josep Santa-Creu, President of the Barcelona Chamber of Commerce
- Jaume Duc, Advisor to the Catalan Government on EU and External Affairs
- Olena Tronina, General Consul of Ukraine in Barcelona
- Sasha Misho, Co-founder of Glovo
Ambassador Yulia Sokolovska emphasized the urgency of engaging Catalan businesses in Ukraine’s reconstruction without waiting for the war’s end. She expressed gratitude toward the Catalan government and business community for their ongoing support and encouraged the development of targeted investment projects, partnerships, and sustainable economic cooperation.
The forum’s agenda underscored collaboration opportunities in infrastructure, energy, water management, mobility, and technology. In addition, participants explored financial frameworks and support systems to facilitate business partnerships with Ukraine. The event also highlighted the importance of strengthening interregional ties based on prior agreements from the Generalitat President’s visit.
This forum represents a significant milestone in deepening economic relations between Catalonia and Ukraine. Beyond rebuilding infrastructure, it opens doors for innovative technological advancements. Given Ukraine’s current challenges, attracting foreign investments and expertise is vital. The successful implementation of initiatives discussed during the forum could lay the groundwork for enduring cooperation moving forward.