As a long-term partner of Ukraine Business News, Piraeus Bank continues to support expert discussions that address the key challenges and opportunities facing Ukraine’s economy. The recent UBN event in Kyiv, “War & Business: Defending Our Skies & the Rule of Law,” held on September 26, brought together business leaders, policymakers, investors, and diplomats to explore Ukraine’s defence, legal landscape, and investment potential. 

The event attracted over 150 participants focusing on Ukraine’s changing security situation, its effect on business operations, and the frameworks for safeguarding investments during uncertain times. 

The first panel, “Defending Ukraine’s Skies,” featured experts including Roman Tkachenko (TENCORE), Roman Sulzhyk (ResistUA), Dmytro Vasyukov (Kvertus), and Ievgen Terentiev (L7 Industry). They shared insights on Ukraine’s defense strategies, drone warfare, and the role of private innovation in enhancing national security.  

Attendees also had the opportunity to see and test Browning M2 equipment, demonstrated by L7 Industry, which showcased how advanced defense technologies are used to counter drone attacks.  

The UBN’s co-founder, Mark McNamee, traditionally provided a macroeconomic and geopolitical outlook, highlighting areas of both resilience and risk in Ukraine’s current situation.  

The second panel, “Rule of Law”, brought together Iryna Borovets (CFC Big Ideas), Oleksandr Tsyvinskyi (Economic Security Bureau of Ukraine), Viktor Pavlushchyk (National Agency on Corruption Prevention), and Allan Pagh Kristensen (EU Anti-Corruption Initiative) to discuss anti-corruption frameworks, transparency, and investor protections. 

The event ended with a networking reception, giving participants a chance to share ideas, explore partnerships, and discuss investment strategies in a more casual setting. 

As a regular sponsor of UBN’s quarterly events, Piraeus Bank is proud to support a reliable platform for public-private dialogue. By backing initiatives that combine business, security, and legal insights, the Bank strengthens its commitment to creating a stable, growth-focused environment for Ukrainian businesses and investors, supported by strong international partnerships.