Ukraine and Russia have entered the new round of transit conflict that seems to be over soon. Both parties have already suffered losses. But Ukraine may lose much more – the trust of its Western partners.
The Ukrainian Week at the European Parliament can hardly claim a status of a diplomatic breakthrough in relations between the legislatures. German foreign policy ambitions are reflected in the increasing pressure on Ukraine. The trial of Nadia Savchenko in Russia approaches its climax.
Electricity tariffs for households have risen 25% from March 1, the Ministry of Finance responded to the Russian lawsuit in London court and announced the start of social payments verification, the National Bank eased a number of forex rules, and Japan is to allocate a new $300 mln loan for Ukraine. These are the main economic news of the past week.
