Strategic Session on Southern Ukraine's Development
A strategic session was held in Odesa aimed at planning the development of Ukraine's southern regions.
The event was chaired by Deputy Minister for Community and Territorial Development Oleksii Riabikin.
Among the participants was Odesa's Deputy Mayor Hanna Pozdniakova.
«Today's discussion is focused on planning for a future that considers the needs of people and the potential of regions. Integrating regional plans into the national strategy for development is crucial for creating synergy in the country's recovery», — noted Oleksii Riabikin.
During the session, participants discussed key challenges faced by the regions and identified priority areas for their resolution.
Specifically, for the Odesa region, emphasis was placed on developing transport and logistics infrastructure, the agricultural sector, ensuring energy resilience, and modernizing the port industry.
Significant attention is also given to upgrading social infrastructure, education, supporting internally displaced persons, accessibility, and social cohesion.
«Odesa remains a stronghold of resilience and development even in the toughest of times. We are focusing our efforts on modernizing infrastructure, supporting communities, and enhancing energy security. Strategic planning is not just about the future, but also about our ability to adapt to current challenges and create a strong foundation for the recovery and prosperity of our region», - emphasized Hanna Pozdniakova.
This series of events is conducted with the support of UNDP Ukraine and financial assistance from the Government of Japan.
