👏 U.S.-Ukraine Business Council Welcomes Oschadbank as a New Member Ощадбанк is a leading Ukrainian bank with extensive international activities that brings over 30 years of experience in delivering high-quality banking services across the country. With a network of more than 1,150 branches – including mobile armored units operating in frontline regions – Oschadbank plays a critical role in maintaining access to financial services even under wartime conditions. The bank is a market leader in retail deposits, energy financing, and state-supported programs such as eOselia, while demonstrating strong profitability, liquidity and resilience in the face of unprecedented challenges. Oschadbank consistently demonstrates remarkable financial performance, operational growth and increase of its net loan portfolio. The bank remains at the forefront of Ukraine’s recovery by financing energy independence projects, supporting veterans’ reintegration through business initiatives, and expanding an inclusive banking ecosystem. Oschad continues to lead in corporate lending, renewable energy finance, and support for export-oriented businesses in partnership with the Export Credit Agency. 💬 “Because the United States remains one of Ukraine’s key economic partners, Oschad decided to join USUBC as part of its broader strategy to expand international cooperation in rebuilding and developing the Ukrainian economy. Through participation in the Council, we aim to raise awareness of Oschadbank’s capabilities among the international community and potential partners,” said Sergii Naumov, Oschadbank's Chairman of the Board. 💬 Irina Paliashvili, President & CEO of USUBC, welcomed the new member: “We are thrilled to count Oschadbank among our members and look forward to the bank’s active engagement in USUBC’s programming with representatives from both the U.S. and Ukrainian governments and business sector. USUBC highly values Oschadbank’s leadership in sustainable development and ESG practices and believes these activities will be of great interest to our broader membership.” (fb)

The U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) hosted the leadership of the State Tax Service of Ukraine (Державна податкова служба України) – Ruslan Kravchenko Руслан Кравченко - Голова Державної податкової служби України), Head of the Service, and Lesya Karnaukh (Леся Карнаух), Deputy Head in Kyiv. The meeting provided a platform for direct dialogue between the business community and tax authorities, focusing on Ukraine’s evolving fiscal landscape. Participants received in-depth insights into the agency’s strategic objectives for 2025, including planned reforms, digitalization efforts, and international taxation priorities. The discussion addressed the modernization of tax administration, enhancements to the digital VAT refund system, and updates on Ukraine’s international tax agreements, particularly with the EU and the U.S. The agenda also covered approaches to scheduled and unscheduled tax audits in 2025. Attendees were invited to submit questions in advance and engage directly with tax officials, fostering an open exchange on pressing business concerns. The session was co-moderated by Irina Paliashvili, President & CEO of USUBC, andVitalii Odzhykovskyi, Partner at Sayenko Kharenko. USUBC extends its deep gratitude to the generous support of this event by our member – Sayenko Kharenko. (fb)