Embassy of Denmark in Ukraine

Copenhagen and Kolding - save the date! Ukraine Rocks together with producer Thomas Poulsen is bringing the sounds of Ukraine to Copenhagen (Pumpehuset) on 23 January, and to Kolding on 26 January. The line-up is authentically diverse. Brace for powerful emotions!

🎤“Mykolaiv is ready to welcome investors with open arms and a red carpet,” says Jakob Torrild Hansen, Head of the Danish Embassy Office in Mykolaiv. 🏗️ In the dramatic days of March 2022, President Zelensky asked Denmark to take special patronage over the reconstruction of Mykolaiv. Denmark accepted the challenge and is now leading its rebuilding efforts, focusing on infrastructure, business growth, and economic resilience. Over the past two years, this patronage has evolved into a multifaceted partnership, now centered on business opportunities. Ukrainian companies are seeking partnerships, not aid, to rebuild and thrive. Known for its 🚢 shipyards, industry, and sunflower fields, Mykolaiv holds immense potential. “The Mykolaiv Program” offers risk-averse capital through Denmark’s investment funds. 📽️ Watch the documentary film by Danish journalists Jacob Nybroe and Jeppe Nybroe to explore Mykolaiv's business potential. To watch the whole film, click the link below 🔽 https://lnkd.in/dtbb-GWY

UKRAINIAN EMPLOYERS THANK DENMARK FOR ITS COMMITTED SUPPORT 🏅 At the Annual meeting of the Federation of Employers of Ukraine, Ambassador of Denmark Ole Egberg Mikkelsen, as well as EIFO representative, Finance Director and Counsellor at the Danish Embassy, Kaare Stamer Andreasen were Awarded for supporting strong and reliable partnership between Denmark and Ukraine, in particular between businesses in both countries. 💬‘This is an award not for me personally but for my country, my Government, and for the Danish business community in Ukraine. There are about 100 Danish companies doing business here. And they have not pulled out – they have continued and expanded their operations, even during the time of war.’ – said Ambassador. 📈Ukraine is now preparing for EU integration which inevitably means Ukrainian businesses will soon end up in the European market, with its internal competitive pressure and market forces. Understanding all the risks and complexity of the new procedures, local business has already started its preparation. Federation has established close partnership with Danish Industry. They are also preparing to the new initiative – Business Angels. 💼EIFO has already launched several successful investment projects with Ukrainian companies in agrarian and utilities sectors. Only one of the recent examples is procurement of street clearing machines in Mykolaiv. 📌Denmark is a strong supporter of Ukraine’s EU candidacy. And we look forward to work with the Federation to preparing business community to tackle specific economic challenges. Export and Investment Fund of Denmark | Federation of Employers of Ukraine | Danish Industry 📷 1: Ambassador Ole Egberg Mikkelsen (left) and Director General of the Federation of Employers of Ukraine Ruslan Illichov (right) 📷 2: Finance Director and Counsellor at the Danish Embassy, Kaare Stamer Andreasen 📷 3: Ambassador Ole Egberg Mikkelsen

🧹 SWEEPING SUCCESS AS DANISH STREET CLEANING MACHINES ARRIVE IN MYKOLAIV!   🚜 Mykolaiv has received multifunctional Danish equipment to keep its streets, parks, and squares clean and comfortable. Milestone was achieved through strong cooperation with the Export and Investment Fund of Denmark (EIFO).   💬 “It is a great pleasure to be here with the mayor and representatives and community of the city of Mykolaiv. For Denmark, the people of Mykolaiv are not only friends, but now business partners. The Export and Investment Fund of Denmark (EIFO) has implemented many projects in Ukraine, but this is the first experience of working with the city as a partner. For Denmark, it is extremely important to provide both military and humanitarian aid, but there must be a business component, and for this purpose, EIFO has committed EUR 755 million in projects in Ukraine,” said Kaare Andreasen, Finance Director and Counsellor at the Danish Embassy.   ❄️ With five advanced machines and 25 units of mounted equipment, Mykolaiv can now tackle everything from litter to snow. Export and Investment Fund of Denmark | Oleksandr Syenkevych, Mayor of Mykolaiv   📹 Full video: https://lnkd.in/djMUTGP2 Full 📹 credit: TRK ‘Mart’ company

📢 On December 13, the conference “European Defence Industry: Prospects for Cooperation with the Ukrainian Defence Industry” took place in Kyiv, bringing together a diverse and influential group of participants. Organized by the Group of European Conservatives and Reformists of the European Parliament in collaboration with the We Build Ukraine, the event served as a critical platform for discussions on fostering collaboration between Ukraine’s defense industry and its European partners. Attendees included: ✅ Members of the European Parliament's Subcommittee on Security and Defense ✅ Ukrainian parliamentarians and military officials ✅ Representatives from partner countries, manufacturing companies, and volunteer organizations One of the highlights was the panel discussion “What the Defence Sector Needs - A Business Perspective”, featuring Carsten Engdal Pedersen, Defence Industry Attaché at the Royal Danish Embassy in Ukraine. Carsten shared valuable insights into the “Danish model”, where Denmark directly invests in Ukrainian defence production to address the needs of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. He also emphasized the successful cooperation between Denmark on one hand, and the Defence Procurement Agency and the Ukrainian Ministries of Defence and of Strategic Industries, on the other hand, underscoring the potential for impactful partnerships in strengthening Ukraine's defence capabilities.

NEW DOCUMENTARY “CAN YOU HEAR ME? THE INVISIBLE BATTLES OF UKRAINIAN MILITARY MEDICS” TO BE SCREENED IN COPENHAGEN The film’s authors Francis Farrell and Olena Zashko followed a group of Ukrainian military medics as they journeyed from the heat of battle in war-torn Ukraine to the serene forests of Sweden for a short mental health retreat. As they find themselves in a peaceful, quiet environment for the first time since 2022, the medics have a chance to process the accumulated trauma, opening up about losing brothers-in-arms, surviving Russian captivity, and the inescapable feeling of guilt for not being able to save some of the soldiers they treated. WHERE AND WHEN: Palads Cinema (Axeltorv 9, 1609 Copenhagen), on December 15th, starting at 16:00. SPECIAL FEATURE: The screening will be followed by a discussion with the co-authors moderated by DR journalist Adam Holm; WARNING: This film contains graphic scenes. They are intended to reflect the harsh realities of war, but they may be distressing to some viewers. ORGANIZERS: The Kyiv Independent in partnership with Repower Charitable foundation and KOLO Nordic. SIGN UP:

🎄CHRISTMAS SPIRIT IS HERE! 🎄 🎁 While Ukrainian children are discovering the magic of Saint Nicholas (Svyatyj Mykolai) at the outset of the Chrismas season, we’re thrilled to share the success of the Charity Fair held last Saturday by the General Direction for Rendering Services to Diplomatic Missions at the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine! 🎀 Thanks to your generosity, over 1,000,000 UAH was raised to support internationally displaced children, people with disabilities, the elderly, animal shelters, and the ‘Warm a Defender’ project for Ukrainian soldiers. The fair, co-organized by the Ambassadors’ Spouses Club of Kyiv and the Ukrainian Diplomatic Spouses Association, and the International Women's Club of Kyiv brought together 24 embassies, Ukrainian craftspeople, and over 2,000 guests to celebrate cultural heritage and holiday cheer. 🎺 The Danish stand was full of nice hand-made surprises, as well as goodies from Carlsberg Group, JYSK, the LEGO Group, DSV - Global Transport and Logistics, GRUNDFOS, ETNA, AVK Holding A/S. ❄️ 🔥 Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success!

DENMARK’S MINISTER FOR EUROPEAN AFFAIRS VISITED UKRAINE AND ANNOUNCED A 6 EURO MILLION CONTRIBUTION TO UKRAINE’S ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE Danish Minister for European Affairs Marie Bjerre travelled to Ukraine accompanied by Danish representatives from the European Parliament, including Christel Schaldemose, Morten Løkkegaard, Stine Bosse, Asger Christensen, and Marianne Vind. Over two days in Kyiv on December 3 and 4, the delegation engaged in a series of high-level meetings, focusing on Ukraine’s path to EU membership in light of the upcoming Danish Presidency of the EU. Key Meetings and Visits: 🔹 Discussions with Olha Stefanishyna, Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine, on EU enlargement and reforms. 🔹 Conversations with Ruslan Stefanchuk, Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, and the Committee on EU Integration. 🔹 Meeting with Deputy Minister for Economy Tetyana Berezhna, on Copenhagen Criteria for EU accession. 🔹 Meeting with representatives from EU Anti-Corruption Initiative (EUACI) and the National Agency on Corruption Prevention, supporting transparency and anti-corruption reforms. 🔹 Inspiring exchanges with civil society organizations, media, leadership and students at the Kyiv School of Economics. 🔹 Field visits to Okhmadyt Children’s Hospital and the resilient Moschun community, showcasing Denmark's solidarity. During her visit, Minister Bjerre announced €6 million in aid to help restore Ukraine’s energy infrastructure damaged by the Russian attacks. 

📢 We’re Hiring: Administrative and Finance Officer! Are you skilled in administration and accounting? Join the Embassy of Denmark in Kyiv as our new Administrative and Finance Officer! This is a unique opportunity to work in an international environment, collaborating with dynamic teams and contributing to the embassy’s development. What we offer: ✔️ A friendly, respectful workplace in the heart of Kyiv ✔️ Professional growth opportunities ✔️ A competitive salary Qualifications we’re looking for: ✅ Strong administrative and accounting expertise ✅ 5+ years of relevant experience ✅ Proficiency in English and Ukrainian 🗓 Start Date: February 3, 2025 (or soon after) 📧 Apply by: January 5, 2025, at ievamb@um.dk 🔎 More information: https://lnkd.in/dEK9Ujrj

⚡ ⚔️ THE ENERGY FRONT: REPAIRS & RECONSTRUCTING IS 24/7 WORK ⚡This week a high-level delegation led by the Danish Energy Agency’s Deputy Director General Iben Møller Søndergård visited Ukraine to meet with partners in Ukrainian energy authorities to take stock of progress and set the course for our collaboration in the coming years. Tangible results in the last year include “The Urgent Technology Catalogue for the Ukrainian Power Sector” guiding assistance during difficult winter period and technical support on energy market integration, district heating and energy efficiency. Going forward, the partners will seek to improve the regulatory framework for power markets and renewable technologies such as wind and biogas. Very important areas for Ukraine’s accession to the European Union and to unlock the huge potential for private investments in the energy sector. 🛡️ 🔎 The delegation also visited a power plant to gain first hand understanding of the huge damages caused by Russia’s massive missile and drone attacks on the energy sector. It was painfully obvious that air defence is needed to protect such facilities but also inspiring to witness the dedication of the worker doing extensive repairs under very difficult conditions. Welders, power engineers and the plant operators on duty 24/7. Even during air raids. 🌆🔌The visit reaffirmed the need to continue supporting Ukraine’s energy sector with financing to purchase replacement parts such as transformer, generators and switch gears. In this regard the Energy Community’s Ukraine Energy Support Fund is particularly important instrument for donors to provide financial support to the Ukrainian energy sector’s efforts to repair the damages and keep the power system functioning. Denmark has was the first country to allocate funding the Fund that has now mobilised EUR 895 mill. 💡Finally, the visit put spotlight on the transformation of the Ukrainian power system. Whilst repairs and emergency operation is absolutely needed in the coming❄️, there is strong realisation that a decentralised energy system, e.g. using solar and wind power, will be more resilient than the Soviet era huge coal and natural gas powered plants. In this regard, Denmark has decades worth of experience that we will share with our Ukrainian partners. But at the power plant - amid rubbles and missile fragments - the delegation also discussed fuel switching to solid biomass. In other words a better, more resilient and greener power system. Fully integrated in the EU. That’s our common goal. Signe Graakjær Staal | Carl-Christian Munk-Nielsen | Nikolaj Lomholt Svensson | Liliia Kuzmych | Alla Chebotnikova | Frederikke Laursen | Ministry for Communities, Territories and Infrastructure Development of Ukraine | NPC UKRENERGO #FightForLight