Seminar | Investing in Ukraine’s future

Join us for the 10-year anniversary of the Nordic Ukraine Forum as we explore the theme "Investing in Ukraine's Future." This seminar, co-hosted by the Stockholm Institute of Transition Economics (SITE), will focus on enhancing cooperation between Nordic countries and Ukraine in education, technology, and defense. As Ukraine continues its existential fight, this event will address the essential role of long-term Nordic-Ukrainian collaboration for a secure and prosperous future.

Start time: 2024-11-29 at 16:00

End time: 2024-11-29 at 19:30

Time zone: CET

Location: Venue: Aula (room A124). Address: Bertil Ohlins Gata 4, Stockholm

About the seminar

This anniversary seminar provides a opportunity to hear from Swedish government representatives, Ukrainian industry leaders, and Nordic investors about the potential of combining Nordic innovation with Ukrainian expertise in technology and defense. The discussions will highlight how strengthened partnerships can drive growth and security for Ukraine and the Nordic region.

Key topics include:

Long-term support for Ukraine in the context of education, technology, and defense.
Strategic insights on Nordic-Ukrainian partnerships to foster innovation and resilience.
Collaborative approaches to ensure lasting security and economic development in Ukraine.

Whether you’re currently involved in Ukraine-related projects or considering new collaborations, this event offers valuable insights into impactful ways to invest in Ukraine’s future while building robust partnerships across borders.

Featured panelists:

Ulrik Tideström – Special Envoy for Ukraine (Reconstruction, Business Sector, and Development), Government of Sweden
Esben Gadsbøll – Co-founder, Defense Innovation Highway
Tymofiy Mylovanov – President, Kyiv School of Economics
Judith Gough – Senior Strategic Advisor, Actagon; Former UK Ambassador to Sweden and Ukraine
… and other distinguished speakers

Moderator:
Torbjörn Becker, Director at SITE

Celebrate Nordic Ukraine Forum's 10-Year Anniversary with us

Following the discussion, all attendees are invited to celebrate the Nordic Ukraine Forum's decade-long commitment to supporting Ukraine’s European future and fostering bridges between Ukraine and the Nordic countries. Founded in Stockholm in 2014 during the Euromaidan movement, the Forum remains dedicated to advancing Ukraine’s European integration and strengthening Nordic-Ukrainian ties.

Registration by invitation only

Admission to the seminar is by invitation only. Please contact site@hhs.se if you have any questions regarding the event.

Language: The event will be conducted in English.