Ukraine calendar: What will happen this week
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The "Coalition of the Willing" will meet at a secret summit in Spain on 4 November. According to El Mundo, the main topics will be increasing international aid to Ukraine and discussing security guarantees.
At last week’s Coalition summit in London with President Zelensky, participants addressed new military support and Ukraine’s long-range capabilities, and 25 countries reportedly agreed to provide troops or other forms of assistance as part of post-war security guarantees.
Zelensky's decision on the partial lifting of the ban on arms exports could come into effect as soon as next week. Earlier, the President of Ukraine announced the partial removal of the ban, which had been in place since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, effective from the beginning of November. The move will allow limited exports of domestically produced military equipment – primarily drones, including FPV models, interceptor drones, and systems designed for deep-strike missions.
Ukraine’s defense industry has expanded rapidly since 2022, and production capacity now exceeds available financing. Revenues from these exports will be directed toward urgent procurement of critical weaponry for Ukraine’s armed forces. A recent TFUA survey shows that over half of Ukraine’s drone producers plan to move operations abroad, citing a lack of export opportunities as one reason.
Next week, the Verkhovna Rada will vote on draft law 14048 on amendments to ensure legality and transparency in local government. Expected to pass in the second reading, the law introduces oversight of local government decisions as part of the Ukraine Facility program. In its current version, oversight applies only to state-delegated decisions, which are few, drawing criticism from some MPs.
Other draft laws on the agenda include:
- 13450 – Infrastructure projects in the energy sector of public interest.
- 11331-d – Principles of state industrial policy.
- 14051 – Amendments to certain laws on the provision of basic social assistance.
A meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin remains on the horizon. While no concrete arrangements have been reported, the situation is evolving rapidly. Following U.S. sanctions imposed last week on Russian oil companies, Putin’s envoy Kirill Dmitriev visited Washington in an attempt to restore dialogue. The Kremlin is now signaling its readiness for a meeting in the near future, though it appears intent on keeping discussions confined to economic relations with the United States.
The Ukrainian delegation, led by Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha, is participating in the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference. The session, taking place in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, will continue until November 13. Key priorities for Ukraine include the preservation of cultural heritage, the protection of freedom of speech, and the media.
The Kyiv Independent
Events and Milestones:
Next week:
- 4 November. Offline & Online event: XIII Annual In-House Counsel Forum. The forum will bring together legal professionals, corporate counsels, and industry leaders to discuss challenges of wartime, corporate and tax law trends, in-house legal function transformation, and practical approaches to managing legal risks and optimizing business operations. Register here.
- 5–6 November, Bucharest. Offline event: NATO-Industry Forum 2025. Allied Command Transformation and the Defence Industry, Innovation and Armaments Division of NATO HQ invite industry executives, senior NATO commanders, and national officials to this strategic forum. Register here.
- 7 November, 09:30–18:00. Offline & Online event: Tax & Business Talks – 2025 A2B Forum (Ukrainian language). The Ukrainian Bar Association invites you to a key forum on taxation and business under martial law, bringing together government representatives, business leaders, and legal professionals. More details & tickets here.
Further ahead:
- 12 November, Warsaw. Offline event: From Audit to Trust — Ensuring Transparency and Accountability in Ukraine’s Recovery. BDO in Ukraine invites registered participants to this closed Warsaw side event at ReBuild Ukraine, exploring audit, compliance, and control systems that ensure transparency. Register here.
- 13 November, 16:30. Online event: KI Insights monthly briefing “Battlefield Update: Frontline Situation Ahead of Winter”. Join an exclusive KI Insights briefing on battlefield outlook, featuring special guest Rob Lee, who will share firsthand insights from his recent trip to the frontlines. Subscribers only. Register here.
- 13–14 November, Warsaw. Offline event: ReBuild Ukraine — Construction & Energy 2025 (Expo XXI). International exhibition & conference convening Ukrainian communities, state energy firms, IFIs, investors, and industry to mobilise investment and showcase recovery solutions across infrastructure, energy, industry, and housing; includes the EU–Ukraine Investment Conference and sector forums. More details & tickets here.
- 18 November, London. Offline event: 4th UK–UA Defence Tech Forum. Hosted at RUSI with the support of the Embassy of Ukraine in the UK, the forum will showcase 15 leading Ukrainian defence tech companies to international partners and investors, fostering collaboration and innovation. Register here.
- 2 December, Toronto. Offline event: 4th Annual Rebuild Ukraine Business Conference. Join international leaders, policymakers, and business innovators at this flagship conference organized by the Canada-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce, highlighting Canada–Ukraine–EU–UK cooperation to advance Ukraine’s recovery. Register here.
- Save the date! 5 December. Offline event: pre-Christmas KI Insights briefing in Kyiv, exploring Ukraine’s possible development scenarios for 2026. Exact time, venue, and registration details coming soon. Subscribers only.
- 9 December, London. Offline event: 9th Annual Ukrainian Investment Roadshow. Hosted at Clifford Chance with the support of the Embassy of Ukraine in the UK, the Roadshow brings together Ukraine’s leading corporates, top economic policymakers, and international investors to discuss opportunities and showcase Ukraine’s economic potential. Register here.
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