Summary of Scenarios for Ukraine

Reforming Institutions, Strengthening the Economy After the Crisis

World Economic Forum

World Economic Forum, 2014

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As soon as all the parties put down their guns, economic, political and social reforms in Ukraine can begin.

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Throughout 2013, the World Economic Forum (WEF) consulted with more than 300 representatives of business, politics and civil society, inside and outside Ukraine, to examine the long-term economic and social issues confronting Ukrainians and to outline some possible scenarios. In light of the area’s current turmoil, this report’s prescriptions may seem far removed from the nation’s immediate struggle to retain its territory and sovereignty. But today’s economic, political and social problems are likely to remain when this crisis is over, whatever its outcome. getAbstract recommends this clear overview of the major challenges and choices Ukraine faces.

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How Ukraine can build a robust economy
How weak and venal elites could doom growth
Why the country can’t achieve a stable future without making a new “social contract” with all stakeholders

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Despite its weak governmental and civil institutions, and an economy reliant on inefficient, outdated practices in metallurgy and agriculture, Ukraine delivered robust growth in the early 2000s. Strong global demand for its exports and investors’ attraction to emerging markets buoyed its economy. That...

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