What happened
Denmark announces the launch of a three-year programme Ukraine Transition Programme on budget €375 million (about $400 million). The goal is to support recovery, energy security and reforms on Ukraine's path to EU integration. The programme was officially presented on 12 September during a joint briefing by the Foreign Ministers of Ukraine and Denmark.
Note: in some Ukrainian notifications, the amount is reported in dollars as $375 million; The official budget of the programme is fixed in euros. €375 million (DKK 2.8 billion). RBC-Ukraine
What the funds will be used for
According to the parties, the funding is focused on three areas:
- Resilience and early recovery communities;
- Energy security and transition to green energy;
- Institutional development and the reforms needed to move closer to EU membership.
Separately, it is reported that a significant portion of the resources will be used to Mykolaiv and Mykolaiv region (up to 60% of the total programme budget).
Implementation period and format
The programme is designed for three years and will start in 2025. The communications also mention the period of 2025-2028, This corresponds to the planned implementation window for individual projects and contracts under the programme. Detailed projects will be selected in cooperation with Ukrainian central and local authorities, as well as with the involvement of the private sector.
Why it matters
- Energy and winterInvesting in generation, networks and critical infrastructure resilience reduces vulnerability to attacks and capacity shortages.
- Rebuilding citiesTargeted support to the southern regions accelerates the reconstruction of housing, social facilities and water supply.
- European integrationStrengthening institutions and the regulatory framework brings Ukraine closer to EU standards.
Context: Denmark's role in supporting Ukraine
Denmark is one of Ukraine's key partners: total aid, according to the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, already exceeds €9 billion in the military component and over €900 million - in the civilian sector. Separately, Copenhagen is joining European financial instruments to develop trade with Ukraine.
What's next
In the coming months, a portfolio of projects is expected to be formed in priority areas, including energy and the reconstruction of Mykolaiv region, with the launch of competitions and tender procedures. The Ukrainian government and the Danish institutions promise regular public updates on the allocation of funds and implementation progress.
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