Implementation status of plan of action of the Export strategy of Ukraine

(strategic trade development road map)
 2017-2021 

  • Completed
  • In progress
  • Not completed
  • Planned according to a road map

Action 1. Strengthening the institutional framework to stimulate innovations

IV quarter
2018
A free database with information about Ukrainian and international programs related to research and development, the catalog of innovative and high-tech products and their producers in Ukraine, as well as existing mechanisms to stimulate innovations have been prepared and are subject to quarterly updates. Respective information is published on the First Stop Export Web Portal
Completed

Action 3.Improvement of legal and economic conditions for international trade

IV quarter
2018
Recommendations concerning the liberalization of currency control have been prepared
Completed
IV quarter
2019
Quarterly surveys are conducted
Completed
IV quarter
2018
A set of measures based on the results of analysis has been prepared for at least three countries in focus annually
Completed
IV quarter
2019
A set of measures based on the results of analysis has been prepared for at least three countries in focus annually
Completed
IV quarter
2020
A set of measures based on the results of analysis has been prepared for at least three countries in focus annually
Planned according to a road map
IV quarter
2021
A set of measures based on the results of analysis has been prepared for at least three countries in focus annually
In progress

Action 4. Improvement of the coordination of TSIs involved in the implementation of trade policy and export development

IV quarter
2018
Annual campaigns on raising the awareness- and educational campaigns take place to promote existing services in trade and export promotion, use e-government services and to participate in international e-procurement in 2018
Completed
IV quarter
2019
Annual campaigns on raising the awareness- and educational campaigns take place to promote existing services in trade and export promotion, use e-government services and to participate in international e-procurement in 2019
In progress
IV quarter
2020
Annual campaigns on raising the awareness- and educational campaigns take place to promote existing services in trade and export promotion, use e-government services and to participate in international e-procurement in 2020
In progress
IV quarter
2021
Annual campaigns on raising the awareness- and educational campaigns take place to promote existing services in trade and export promotion, use e-government services and to participate in international e-procurement in 2021
In progress
II quarter
2018
The existing institutional system for export support has been analyzed; the draft Concept for the creation of the export support and promotion institution has been presented
Completed
IV quarter
2018
The regulation on the creation of the export support and promotion institution has been prepared and adopted
Completed
IV quarter
2018
The export support and promotion institution has been launched based on the Export Promotion Office
Completed
IV quarter
2018
The working plan is approved in 2018
Completed
IV quarter
2019
The working plan is approved in 2019
Completed
IV quarter
2020
The working plan is approved in 2020
Completed
IV quarter
2021
The working plan is approved in 2021
Completed
II quarter
2021
The proposal has been submitted to establish the First Stop Export Web Portal
Completed
III quarter
2021
Software solutions have been developed to establish the First Stop Export Web Portal
In progress
II quarter
2021
Measures have been taken to ensure the functioning of the First Stop Export Web Portal
Completed
III quarter
2021
A concept has been developed for the operations of TSIs; regulations have been analyzed to build up the network of trade support institutions; the Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a Resolution on the creation of the network of trade support institutions
In progress
IV quarter
2018
A memorandum of understanding between TSI participants has been prepared and signed
Completed
II quarter
2018
A set of measures has been prepared to intensify the participation of business associations in state policy formation for international trade development matters
Completed
IV quarter
2017
A monthly electronic bulletin containing information on exports and export promotion is published on a monthly basis in 2017
Completed
IV quarter
2018
A monthly electronic bulletin containing information on exports and export promotion is published on a monthly basis in 2018
Completed
IV quarter
2019
A monthly electronic bulletin containing information on exports and export promotion is published on a monthly basis in 2019
Completed
IV quarter
2018
A set of measures has been prepared to enhance sectoral associations as business representatives and to engage them in external consultations
Completed
IV quarter
2019
Joint measures are developed (at least two measures per year) with the participation of business associations to improve their coordination and cooperation
In progress

Action 5. Improvement of coordination and cooperation within the network of institutions providing trade and business support services to exporters

IV quarter
2021
A set of measures has been developed and approved to promote establishing and developing direct business contacts between Ukrainian exporters and foreign partners, as well as to improve the information and analytical support to enable decision-making based on IT technologies for all trade missions that will be represented on the export web portal
In progress
IV quarter
2019
A set of measures has been implemented to promote elaboration and development of direct business contacts between exporters and international partners
Completed
IV quarter
2021
A database that contains information on external experts and entities that can consult and inform on selected sectors of the economy and international markets has been prepared and implemented
In progress
IV quarter
2018
The concept of the export brand of Ukraine as well as its promotion campaign have been developed and approved
Completed
IV quarter
2019
The promotion campaign for Ukraine’s export brand has been conducted
Completed
IV quarter
2020
The promotion campaign for Ukraine’s export brand has been conducted
In progress
IV quarter
2021
The promotion campaign for Ukraine’s export brand has been conducted
Planned according to a road map
IV quarter
2018
A set of measures has been prepared to encourage the creation of private providers of trade support services, including training and consultations involving sector and business associations
In progress
IV quarter
2018
Training and consultations are conducted at least once a year
Completed
IV quarter
2019
Training and consultations are conducted at least once a year
Completed
IV quarter
2020
Training and consultations are conducted at least once a year
Completed
IV quarter
2021
Training and consultations are conducted at least once a year
In progress
IV quarter
2018
Exporters are informed about international markets, market entry requirements and procedures through the export web portal and the TSI network
Completed
IV quarter
2019
Exporters are informed about international markets, market entry requirements and procedures through the export web portal and the TSI network
Completed
IV quarter
2020
Exporters are informed about international markets, market entry requirements and procedures through the export web portal and the TSI network
In progress
IV quarter
2021
Exporters are informed about international markets, market entry requirements and procedures through the export web portal and the TSI network
Planned according to a road map
IV quarter
2021
Regulations aimed at attracting investments have been amended
In progress
IV quarter
2018
A regulation on the creation of an institutional structure for the venture fund has been prepared and approved
In progress
II quarter
2021
The venture fund has been established and has started its operation
In progress
II quarter
2018
The resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers “On the Implementation of the Pilot Project for the Strengthening the Capacities of Economic Departments of the Ukrainian Foreign Diplomatic Missions Aimed at Representing Ukraine’s Economic Interests Abroad” has been elaborated and adopted
In progress
IV quarter
2018
Training has been conducted to up-skill employees participating in the forgoing Pilot Project
Not completed
IV quarter
2018
The foregoing Pilot Project has been implemented
Not completed
IV quarter
2019
The foregoing Pilot Project has been implemented
Planned according to a road map
IV quarter
2020
The foregoing Pilot Project has been implemented
In progress
IV quarter
2021
The foregoing Pilot Project has been implemented
Planned according to a road map
IV quarter
2018
A list of countries being Ukraine’s strategic trade partners has been approved
Completed
IV quarter
2018
Information and analytical support system based on IT technologies for all trade missions that will be represented on the export web portal to facilitate decision-making has been developed. Information on scheduled trade missions is subject to regular updates
In progress
IV quarter
2018
Preparation of reviews of strategic markets to involve Ukrainian companies into trade missions and exhibitions
Completed
IV quarter
2018
Tools have been developed for the effective promotion of Ukrainian goods (works, services) in international markets by arranging permanent trade missions in countries being Ukraine’s strategic trade partners
Completed
IV quarter
2019
Tools have been developed for the effective promotion of Ukrainian goods (works, services) in international markets by arranging permanent trade missions in countries being Ukraine’s strategic trade partners
Completed
IV quarter
2020
Tools have been developed for the effective promotion of Ukrainian goods (works, services) in international markets by arranging permanent trade missions in countries being Ukraine’s strategic trade partners
In progress
IV quarter
2021
Tools have been developed for the effective promotion of Ukrainian goods (works, services) in international markets by arranging permanent trade missions in countries being Ukraine’s strategic trade partners
In progress
IV quarter
2018
Tools and services have been developed and launched to inform companies about foreign trade opportunities and international markets, as well as to publish relevant information on the export web portal
Completed
IV quarter
2018
A set of measures has been implemented to support exports and to strengthen capacities of Ukrainian companies to enter international markets
In progress

Action 6. Business activities are fostered among companies (especially small and medium-sized businesses) and youth

IV quarter
2019
A pilot project has been developed and implemented for the establishment of business incubators and business accelerators for exporters in oblast centers
In progress
IV quarter
2021
Business incubators and business accelerators have started their operations in all oblast centers to foster exporters
In progress
II quarter
2019
The first information campaign has taken place
Completed
IV quarter
2019
Annual information campaigns take place in 2019
Completed
IV quarter
2020
Annual information campaigns take place in 2020
Completed
IV quarter
2021
Annual information campaigns take place in 2021
In progress
II quarter
2018
An information and education campaign has been conducted in higher education institutions aimed at raising the interest of youth to entrepreneurship and international trade. In terms of the campaign, practical projects were integrated into the curriculum of higher education institutions and business schools. Entrepreneurship awards have been established jointly with private business representatives. Contacts have been developed with European and international entrepreneurship networks; communication with their members takes place. Programs have been developed for the internship of students and young entrepreneurs in successful companies; talented students have the opportunity to find jobs in the most successful global companies
Completed
IV quarter
2018
Annual information and educational campaigns are conducted in at least three higher education institutions
Not completed
IV quarter
2019
Annual information and educational campaigns are conducted in at least three higher education institutions
Not completed
IV quarter
2020
Annual information and educational campaigns are conducted in at least three higher education institutions
Not completed
IV quarter
2021
Annual information and educational campaigns are conducted in at least three higher education institutions
Planned according to a road map
IV quarter
2019
Entrepreneurship and international trade program has been developed and introduced into the curriculum of primary and secondary schools, as well as into other educational institutions
Completed

Action 7. Improvement of the management skills among the employees (including small and medium-sized business)

IV quarter
2018
Training programs in foreign languages, as well as vocational training and education programs, have been disseminated among exporters
Completed
IV quarter
2019
Training programs in foreign languages, as well as vocational training and education programs, have been disseminated among exporters
In progress
IV quarter
2020
Training programs in foreign languages, as well as vocational training and education programs, have been disseminated among exporters
In progress
IV quarter
2021
Training programs in foreign languages, as well as vocational training and education programs, have been disseminated among exporters
In progress
IV quarter
2019
A pilot project on the introduction of efficiency management system for exporters has been developed and implemented in one of the priority sectors
Not completed
IV quarter
2020
Efficiency management system for enterprises has been introduced
Planned according to a road map
IV quarter
2021
Efficiency management system for enterprises has been introduced
Planned according to a road map
IV quarter
2021
Steps have been taken to ensure participation of small and medium-sized companies led by women and youth in programs aimed at improving professional skills and qualifications in line with the strategical and operational objectives determined by this action plan
In progress
IV quarter
2021
A system of incentives for exporters has been established
In progress
IV quarter
2020
A pilot program has been developed and implemented to up-skill employees of export companies in one of the priority sectors
Completed
IV quarter
2019
Development and implementation of a program to improve management skills among enterprises
Completed
IV quarter
2021
The current level of management skills among companies of different types (big, small, medium-sized, - in particular, in priority sectors) has been assessed
In progress
IV quarter
2021
The program for the upgrade of managerial skills among employees has been implemented
In progress