The Polish Institute of International Affairs
is hosting an expert roundtable:

How can the EU support Ukraine most effectively?

Ukraine relies on the EU and its members to support its war-ravaged state budget. EU’s support is crucial for its continued fight against Russia, and the ongoing wartime reconstruction - whether it’s through direct budget contributions, loans, or participation in defence programmes. This event will discuss and critically assess the current level of EU support dedicated to Ukraine’s – and discuss how it can be delivered most effectively in the future.

AGENDA

10:00-10:15   Coffee
10:15-10:30   Opening remarks
10:30-11:30    PANEL I. How is the EU supporting Ukraine economically?

• What are the current financial needs of Ukraine? How well is its economy doing
• What is the EU contribution to its budget with the new Ukraine Support Loan?
• What are the obstacles to future EU support?
• How does the EU support and protect private investment and FDI in Ukraine?

Speakers:

• Alex Fynn, Research Editor, Kyiv Independent Insights
• Melania Parzonka, EU Foreign Policy Analyst, PISM
• Bogdan Zawadewicz, Head of Geopolitical Risk Analysis, BGK

Moderator: Daniel Szeligowski, Head of Eastern Europe Programme, PISM

11:30-12:30          Coffee and brunch
12:30-14:00          PANEL II. How is the EU supporting Ukraine’s defence?

• What are the synergies between NATO and the EU, and how closely do they cooperate on financing Ukraine’s military needs?
• What is Ukraine’s status in EU defence programmes?'What can Polish defence industry gain from cooperating with Ukraine?
• Can EU take up a bigger role in funding Ukraine’s defence??

Speakers:

• Magdalena Trzpil-Halota, Director, Foreign Funding Department, Polish Ministry of Defence
• Martin Joesaar, Programme Officer for the EU Defence Innovation Office in Kyiv, DG DEFIS
• Aleksandra Kozioł, European Security Analyst, PISM

Moderator: Melania Parzonka, EU Foreign Policy Analyst, PISM

This event is by invitation only and will be held in English.