An interesting event took place in Chernihiv - territorial communities received three cars as a gift! In particular, Ichnia, Semenivka, and Novhorod-Siverskyi communities became proud owners of new transport. These cars were purchased as part of the RELEVE project, which is being implemented by experts from France. Representatives of the Ukrainian government, the French embassy, the Chernihiv regional administration, and the Expertise France team were present at the ceremony of handing over the vehicles.
'Unfortunately, since the first days of the full-scale Russian aggression, Chernihiv region has been suffering almost daily from shelling, facing human losses and destruction of critical infrastructure. However, despite the war, we must maximally support the frontline areas; I am convinced that together we can restore the strength of this region, and people will again rejoice in development.'
Oleksii Riabikin
Oleksii Riabikin expressed gratitude to international partners for supporting Ukraine. These cars will be useful for communities, allowing them to quickly restore infrastructure and provide social services to residents in challenging areas. They will also help coordinate humanitarian and security activities.
The significance of the RELEVE project for local reforms in Ukraine
The RELEVE project is an important step for supporting local self-government and decentralization reforms in Ukraine. It aims to strengthen local self-government bodies, enhancing their efficiency and professionalism. Thanks to the special fund, communities receive financing for vital needs and mitigating the consequences of the war.
Ambassade de France en Ukraine Chernihiv Regional State Administration Expertise France in Ukraine