The Central Ukrainian Forum 

Events Information

• Country: Ukraine
• City: Poltava & Kropyvnytskyi
• Date: June 5-6, 2025
• Type: Forum+Trade mission
• Format: Hybrid (offline and online broadcast)

Overview:

The international community stands in solidarity with Ukraine and is ready to invest in its economy. However, the main problem is the lack of well-prepared investment projects, especially for the reconstruction of affected communities. The forum aims to become a catalyst for the development of high-quality projects, where speakers and participants will form roadmaps for community recovery.

The event is a dynamic exchange of ideas, tools and experience aimed at forming concrete solutions for the recovery and economic development of communities.

*Forum program under development

The Central Ukrainian Forum will be a key event of the second international Trade Mission to Ukraine “REBIRTH OF UKRAINE” in the context of the revival and economic recovery of Ukraine. The forum will last for 2 days (June 5 in Poltava & June 6 in Kropyvnytskyi) and is a unique opportunity to expand your vision to the prospects of Central Ukraine.

This region is not only a safe rear, far from the front line, but also a powerful center of business activity in all areas: from agriculture to innovation.

Central Ukraine is attractive for those interested in rebuilding and developing the frontline regions due to its favorable location, interesting locations for implementing business ideas, and strategic proximity to the frontline regions.

Number of participants – up to 300.

Read more about the mission

The key parts of the Forum will be:

1. The Central Ukrainian Forum will bring together participants to discuss the development of the central region of Ukraine as a heart of Ukraine.

At the event, participants will have the opportunity to discuss with international experts and colleagues the three most relevant levers of local economic development:

✅ Innovation & Digital Transformation – The role of technology, digitalization, and high-tech industries in driving economic growth, increasing competitiveness, and creating new business opportunities.

✅ Sustainable Development & Green Economy – Approaches to balancing economic growth with environmental responsibility, focusing on renewable energy, circular economy practices, and resilient urban planning.

✅ Investment Attraction & Business Climate – Strategies for fostering a favorable environment for both local and international investors, including regulatory frameworks, incentives, and infrastructure development.

2. Pitch sessions of community and business projects

The Forum platform will be a unique opportunity for communities and businesses to practice their presentation and project pitches! A short speech and the right slides with key information are the key to attracting the necessary attention at all international events. And only experience can teach you to talk about the main thing and present only the main thing. 

*The detailed program is under development.

The event will bring together key stakeholders of the Central region, including mayors, representatives of local communities, associations, business unions, and leading companies. This forum will become a catalyst for quality development projects, where speakers and participants interact and form roadmaps to quality recovery projects and innovative approaches to community development.

The Central Ukrainian Forum aims  to create a platform for effective cooperation and development of strategic initiatives that will contribute to the sustainable growth and modernization of Ukrainian cities.

The audience of the event will include heads of Ukrainian communities and/or deputies (more than 200 are expected), MPs and government officials, representatives of business, international organizations and foundations, foreign embassies, architectural companies, educational institutions, Ukrainian and international associations, and regional development agencies. 

Terms of participation:

ALL participants, regardless of the form of participation, must register!