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 3.Improvement of legal and economic conditions for international trade

IV quarter
2021
The plan for the harmonization of Ukrainian e-commerce regulations with EU regulations has been approved
In progress
IV quarter
2019
The plan for the harmonization of Ukrainian e-commerce regulations with EU regulations and other measures have been implemented
Planned according to a road map
IV quarter
2019
Conditions for the development of a system for the online settlement of trade disputes and procedures for the online identification of reliable retail web platforms have been created
Planned according to a road map
III quarter
2018
Trade protection legislation has been adopted based on the results of Q2 of 2018
Completed
IV quarter
2018
Institutional capacity and the effectiveness of procedures for the protection of the interests of Ukrainian producers in international markets have been assessed; an action plan has been developed for the improvement of these procedures
Completed
IV quarter
2018
A system for the information and analytical decision-making support based on IT technologies and trade protection tools have been developed. The system includes a tool for calculations and shall provide the stakeholders with access to information about trade protection investigations as well as ensure information exchange with the investigating bodies
In progress
I quarter
2018
The new version of the Transport Strategy of Ukraine has been approved
Completed
IV quarter
2018
At least two strategies have been prepared based on the analysis of global economic development trends. The Cabinet of Ministers has approved sector, cross-sector and regional pilot export strategies (first of all, strategies for IT, machine building, creative industries, tourism, MRO, production of spares and components for aerospace and aircraft industry, trade information and export promotion, transport and trade facilitation, improvement of export skills, innovations for export)
In progress

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

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
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
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

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

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
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
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
II quarter
2018
The Cabinet of Ministers resolution has been prepared and adopted to determine the list of priority annual international exhibitions and ensure participation of Ukraine in these events
Completed
IV quarter
2018
The Cabinet of Ministers resolution has been prepared and adopted to determine the procedure for funding the participation of Ukraine in international exhibitions abroad; the uniform graphic design for the national stands of Ukraine at international exhibitions has been approved
Completed
IV quarter
2018
An awareness-raising campaign has been conducted for Ukrainian business to inform about possibilities to participate in international exhibitions and trade shows
Completed

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

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

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

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
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

Action 8. Match the educational system with the needs of the business (especially SMEs)

IV quarter
2021
A comprehensive study has been conducted to identify reasons for informal employment
In progress
IV quarter
2018
A set of measures has been approved, and amendments to the Labour Code of Ukraine have been adopted
In progress
IV quarter
2018
An effective ongoing dialogue has been established among business, research institutions and vocational training institutions to strengthen cooperation for the qualified personnel training
Completed
IV quarter
2019
Training programs and curriculum have been examined to identify if they match the needs of business and to improve employment opportunities for the graduates of vocational training institutions
Completed
IV quarter
2021
The vocational training system in the selected priority sectors has been improved
In progress