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UK Export Finance support for Ukraine

16 January 2024

Proposing MP
Sussex Weald
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Business and Trade

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement discusses the UK's continued support for Ukraine against Russian aggression through economic assistance via UK Export Finance (UKEF).

Action Requested

Government ministers have decided to keep UKEF on cover for Ukraine, maintaining £3.5bn of financial capacity for UK exporters and their buyers in Ukraine despite heightened risks.

Key Facts

  • UKEF has agreed to provide financing for the reconstruction of 6 bridges in Kyiv.
  • UKEF supports Urenco’s contract to supply fuel to Energoatom, Ukraine's largest power producer.
  • UKEF offers payment risk insurance for UK exporters trading with Ukraine.
  • Ministers decide it is in the national interest for UKEF to continue covering transactions in Ukraine.
  • The Government could incur up to £3.5bn of contingent liabilities over time.
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