The German-Ukrainian Bureau (DUB), together with the Protestant Academy Loccum, is pleased to announce the third Ukraine Strategy Seminar, taking place from 30 November to 2 December 2026 in Loccum, Germany. Under the title “After Certainty: Rethinking Security, Democracy and Society,” the seminar will bring together leading policymakers, military experts, researchers, journalists, and civil society representatives from Ukraine, Europe, and beyond to discuss the future of Ukr

Experts from Green Deal Ukraїna at Helmholtz Zentrum Berlin, the Kyiv Energy and Climate Lab (KECLab) at NaUKMA, the International Energy Agency (IEA), the Ukraine Facility Platform, and the German-Ukrainian Bureau (DUB) have developed a set of policy recommendations aimed at strengthening energy governance in Ukraine in the context of the country’s EU integration and post-war recovery. Transparent, accountable, and effective governance is fundamental to Ukraine’s recovery, r

In September, the German-Ukrainian Bureau (DUB) organised and facilitated a series of expert exchange discussions in Germany between members of the 71st Separate Airmobile Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and German stakeholders from politics, expert communities, and the defence industry. Over the course of two weeks, the Ukrainian delegation visited seven cities across six federal states and held more than 20 high-level meetings. The visit focused on intensive professio

The German-Ukrainian Bureau, together with its Ukrainian partner organisation, Civil Control Platform, and with the support of the German Federal Foreign Office, has launched the “BRIDGE NRW–Dnipropetrovsk” project. The project aims to strengthen democratic resilience and support Ukraine’s European integration by promoting transparent, accountable and participatory local governance in the Dnipropetrovsk region. The specific purpose of the project is to introduce and put into

On 7 September, the German-Ukrainian Bureau (DUB) hosted a closed online discussion on the latest developments surrounding Ukraine’s anti-corruption institutions and the evolving political dynamics in Kyiv. The event brought together Ukrainian civil society experts and international stakeholders to provide context to recent high-level corruption investigations and assess their implications for Ukraine’s reform trajectory and EU accession process. The discussion was held under

Dear Ukraintegrity readers, Last week, just days before marking its first year in office, the government of Yuliia Svyrydenko was dismissed. President Zelenskyy justified the reshuffle as the beginning of a "new political strategy" for Ukraine. Serhii Koretskyi, the former head of Naftogaz and Ukrnafta, was appointed as the country's new Prime Minister. The government transition took place amid public demonstrations calling for Mykhailo Fedorov to be reappointed as Minister o

Dear Ukraintegrity readers, We believe that all our readers will agree that the highlight of the past weeks has been the official opening of EU–Ukraine accession negotiations under Cluster 1: Fundamentals. This undeniably historic milestone marks the beginning of a new phase in Ukraine’s reform journey. This is the stage where progress is measured not by ambitious political declarations, but by consistent delivery and tangible results. The reforms covered by the Fundamentals

On April 23–24, the German-Ukrainian Bureau (DUB) took part in the 18th Kyiv Security Forum (KSF), held under the theme “Darkness or Dawn: Is Light Ahead?” The discussions underscored a clear message: progress is possible, but only through sustained and coordinated action. The Forum convened a distinguished group of international leaders and experts. Key contributions included a keynote by Prince Harry on the human cost of Russia’s war against Ukraine, as well as high-level d

On April 15, the German-Ukrainian Bureau (DUB) hosted an online expert discussion on the first “Membership Check” assessment, prepared by a coalition of leading Ukrainian think tanks and civil society organisations. The report evaluates Ukraine’s progress in implementing key reforms required for EU accession under the so-called Kachka–Kos Plan. As part of the 10 point plan , Ukraine‘s government committed to implementing 10 priority reforms in the field of rule of law in 2026

⚡️9 out of 100: Experts Rate Progress on the “Kachka-Kos Plan” as Critically Low. A coalition of eight think tanks and civil society organizations, led by the New Europe Center, has released the first report of the “Membership Check” initiative, which monitors the implementation of reforms required for Ukraine’s EU membership. The analysis covers 10 priorities agreed upon by Ukraine and the EU in December 2025, known as the “Kachka-Kos Plan.” The Ukrainian government has set

Dear Ukraintegrity readers, This edition highlights a mixed — and in many ways concerning — picture of Ukraine’s reform progress. While official reports point to gradual advancement in implementing the EU Association Agreement, independent assessments suggest that key EU accession reforms remain largely stalled, with progress on the “Kachka-Kos Plan” rated critically low. At the same time, there are small but notable signals in both directions. Perceptions of corruption have

The German-Ukrainian Bureau (DUB), together with its partners, took part in the OECD Global Anti-Corruption & Integrity Forum 2026 in Paris as part of the ongoing COSAC Reforms Initiative. A key focus of the discussions was Ukraine’s continued progress towards joining the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention, marking an important step in aligning with international anti-corruption standards. While Ukraine remains committed to deeper integration with the OECD, further reforms and sus

During Café Kyiv 2026, that took place on February 23 rd in Berlin, the German-Ukrainian Bureau (DUB), in close cooperation with its partners, organised five expert panel discussions addressing key security, political, and societal challenges related to Ukraine and Europe. The panels covered a broad range of topics: Defining the European Way of Drone Warfare – Lessons from Ukraine for NATO and Europe (in cooperation with Quantum Systems) The New Frontline: Civil Society’s R

On February 23, 2026, Berlin will host Café Kyiv — one of Europe’s largest public events dedicated to Ukraine, organized by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation together with numerous partners. The forum brings together policymakers, experts, civil society leaders, and members of the public to discuss Ukraine’s security, recovery, and European future. The German-Ukrainian Bureau (DUB) is pleased to co-organize five panel discussions (in English) addressing key issues such as lesson

Dear Ukraintegrity readers, The year in Ukraine began with the exposure of several large-scale corruption schemes across different levels of government. At the same time, a series of personnel changes followed high-profile scandals in the energy sector, presented as an effort to reset institutions and restore public trust. Taken together, these developments set a cautious but important tone for 2026: corruption cases are increasingly brought into the open, and institutional r

On January 30, the German-Ukrainian Bureau (DUB) and the Konrad Adenauer Foundation hosted a breakfast discussion on the rule of law in Ukraine’s EU accession process , bringing together nearly 30 participants from politics, civil society, and policy circles. The key inputs to the discussion were maid by: • Markiyan Halabala , Judge, High Anti-Corruption Court of Ukraine • Karyna Hasimova, Lead Advocacy, DEJURE Foundation

On behalf of the German-Ukrainian Bureau (DUB) and the Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS) , we are pleased to invite you to a joint discussion on reforms in Ukraine’s EU accession process . Date: Friday, 30 January 2026 Time: 08:30–10:00 The registration is obligatory to take part in the event. The venue will be sent to the participants after confirmation of the registration. Together with guests from Ukraine, we will exchange views with German counterparts on how Germany’s

The 2nd Transatlantic Ukraine Seminar “Together Alone? Ukraine Policy in a New Phase of Atlanticism” concluded in Loccum on 10–12 December 2025 , bringing together around 90 practitioners, analysts, military officers, writers, and engaged citizens from ten countries for three days of frank and forward-looking discussions on the future of transatlantic security and Ukraine’s place within it. At a time of growing uncertainty in transatlantic politics, the seminar reaffirmed t