Ukraine turned sixteen last month, yet the country seems perpetually trapped in an adolescent circle of argumentative historical posturing. Can Ukraine finally grow up and come to terms with its troubled past? More

A grand total of 4,755 candidates from 21 parties have now been registered for the September 30 vote Subscribe

Doubts over the government’s ability to fairly conduct privatisations resurfaced last week as critics alleged that Rinat Akhmetov bought an increased share in a state energy firm at below market price Subscribe

Viktor Prokopenko, the last surviving member of Ukrainian football’s ‘holy trinity’ of top coaches, passed away in August at the age of 62, leaving behind a thriving domestic football scene increasingly dominated by foreign managers and players Subscribe

The parliamentary election campaign was struck by more spoiling tactics last week as attempts were allegedly made to divide the Our Ukraine Bloc through the use of dubious legal loopholes Subscribe

As Ukraine’s parliamentary campaign reaches its half-way point, there are increasing concerns that some may not want a free and fair election More

Non-participation by the disillusioned masses in the elections could mean that their views end up unrepresented and their enemies in power More

Ever since the 2004 Orange Revolution the outside world has grown accustomed to viewing Ukraine as a bi-polar country divided more or less equally into Russian and Ukrainian speaking sides. Is this simplified understanding set to become outmoded? Subscribe

International hospitality companies are slowly improving service standards in Ukraine, but let’s face it - there’s a long way to go yet More

An OECD report states that Russia’s vast natural resources have fuelled its success, but Ukraine’s more balanced economy could yet win through More

The Orange camp’s promise to end politicians’ parliamentary immunity could turn out to be one of the biggest vote-winners in the election More

Putin’s vehement opposition to US missile defence in Europe is seeing Ukraine torn between its desire to grow defence links with the West and its close ties with Russia More

As two major members of the Orange camp form an alliance for the upcoming elections, the question now is how Yulia Tymoshenko will react to a new force that is likely to be competing for the same voters Subscribe

Early statements downplaying the severity of the July 16 phosporous spill lead to criticism of the authorities’ handling of the accident as Transport Minister is called upon to resign Subscribe

A toxic cloud of deadly phosphorous spreads across the countryside near Lviv after a train derailment, causing fears of widespread contamination More

As a result of years of government cover-ups and lies under the Soviet regime, Ukrainians are still apt to disbelieve the official version of anything. Bring on the conspiracy theories and urban legends! More

Even if the September elections go off without a hitch, will rushed legislative reforms be enough to ensure another long and painful aftermath? More

The steady flow of FDI and increased investment by existing players demonstrate that business isn’t worried by the political crisis Subscribe

Russia’s recent flexing of foreign policy muscle, most notably its withdrawal from the CFE arms treaty, have many commentators talking of a new Cold War emerging - so where does this leave Ukraine? Subscribe

The capital’s prodigious growth and development presents the danger that the rest of Ukraine could be forgotten and left behind More

As unconfirmed reports resurface of terrorist training camps operating in Crimea, the need to resolve long-standing historical conflicts on the peninsula is becoming ever more apparent More

Recent success in fundraising activities by Kyiv’s international business community are a welcome indicator that Ukraine is losing its cynicism towards charitable organisations More

Simplified visa requirements for Ukrainians entering the Schengen zone are hoped to come into force by the year end Subscribe

Official surveys and government data may show that the vast majority of Ukrainians are still far below EU levels of wealth, but increasing evidence on the streets continues to suggest otherwise More

Yushchenko proposes a two-chamber parliament and shorter governmental terms More

The latest agreement to hold elections on September 30 appears to be holding, but anything could - and probably will - happen More

The spread of HIV/AIDS in Ukraine could have profound economic effects More

Ukraine’s rate of HIV infection is already the worst in Europe, yet these official statistics could only be the tip of the iceberg as cultural taboos discourage many from testing or taking basic precautions More

As the real estate boom continues unabated, Kyiv’s green surroundings are in danger of disappearing forever. Is it necessary when there are so many derelict buildings and vacant plots in built-up areas? More

Last week saw the ongoing political crisis reach a new level of drama as both sides mobilised troops and the Rada was emptied by a hoax bomb threat. A deal was struck, but how long it will hold is anybody’s guess More

After setbacks in Iraq and elsewhere the West is increasingly reluctant to engage in nation building, leaving Ukraine’s pro-democracy forces dangerously More

The crisis is over. No, it’s not over. Oh, wait, it’s over again... Expect a few more twists and turns before any elections happen More

If you ever wanted to know what ‘political technology’ means then simply watch events unfold over the coming weeks and months and witness underhand campaign tactics at their very worst More

Business Ukraine is proud to present its first special issue focusing on Ukraine's banking industry More

The EU’s lack of resolve at its summit with Russia is the worst possible message it could have sent to the Kremlin. Has it failed to learn that appeasing direct threats to democracy never works? More

The warring parties remained locked in negotiations over the election date last week as assassination plot allegations emerged More

The popular image of Ukraine is increasingly of a country divided, but are these differences really so exceptional and isn't it time to focus on what unites the people of Europe's youngest democracy? More

The upheavals in Ukraine, Turkey and France show that democracy is no panacea to historical and ideological divisions More

Ukraine’s unparalleled sacrifices during World War Two remain largely unacknowledged in the western world More

The President and Prime Minister finally agree on new elections, but no revision of Yushchenko’s June 24 date is yet announced More

Nationalist sentiments flare in Russia as NATO and EU back Estonia’s decision to relocate controversial statue More

The financial and human costs of the world’s worst nuclear accident still remain hard to evaluate More

Who needs budget airlines when Ukraine’s internal network is right here? The prices are nice, but don’t expect to be pampered More

Yushchenko faces impeachment moves as government politicians continue to oppose new elections and street protests wear on More

The United Nations believes that economic and community revival is the only way to end the legacy of the Chornobyl disaster More

The Shelter Implementation Plan for Chornobyl will see the construction of a massive mobile shelter designed to enclose the shattered reactor for at least a century Subscribe

Following the recent appointment of Ukraine as co-host of the Euro 2012 football championships, attention is now firmly fixed on the practicalities of preparation and the benefits the event will bring Subscribe

Ukraine got its best piece of good news in a long time last week as UEFA announced the surprise decision to award it the 2012 European Football Championships along with Poland More

The political battle for power shifts focus to the Constitutional Court More

Ukraine’s success with Poland in winning the race to host the Euro 2012 tournament has given the country a great goal to work towards More

Not much has thus far been heard from Moscow on Ukraine’s latest political battle. Is this a sign of the new phase in relations the diplomats have been talking up? Subscribe

Peter takes a (very) early shot at predicting both the election date and the winner. So remember, you read it here first More

British businessman awarded for years of contribution to the plastics recycling industry in Ukraine More

The latest political war between the President and Prime Minister is being seen as nothing less than a struggle for control of Ukraine’s strategic direction More

Yushchenko stands to lose in an election with a weak party and few friends in the Rada. Yanukovych stands to lose by risking his coalition. So why the confrontation now? More

Revolution? What revolution? Most Ukrainians are too busy getting on with life and business to take the politicians too seriously any more More

Whether the deadlock is ended by elections or not, failure to respect rule of law and lack of stability remain the underlying problems that need to be solved More

We polled a few of Ukraine’s local and international business people to get their views on the ongoing political turmoil More

As the political elite jockey for position to determine who will ultimately control the new Ukraine, switching sides isn’t uncommon More

Growing government faction puts Yushchenko under unprecedented pressure to dissolve the Verkhovna Rada and go to the nation More

A privatisation deal hits trouble as allegations of corruption are levelled, Ukraine continues dual EU-Russia foreign policy More

The death of Niyazov in Turkmenistan could usher in a new era in the struggle for control of energy supplies which could benefit Ukraine More

Yanukovych brings ex-PM Anatoliy Kinakh back into the fold as Minister of Economy More

Years wasted on an unworkable voucher system and half-hearted attempts at selloffs make it ever more critical that the government gets it right this time Subscribe

A quick guide to the companies likely to go under the state hammer Subscribe

Following years of dispute over land rights and unused funding the government is finally showing commitment to transform Kyiv’s airport into a true international hub More

Cases like the Kyivstar wrangle show that while Western business practice may not be perfect, Ukraine has no reason not to improve More

Last Thursday (March 15) saw the launch of Business Ukraine, the country’s first English-language weekly magazine, at the Leonardo Business Centre in Kyiv. More

Investors, British government and Ukrainian officials all in buoyant mood at the third Ukraine Investment Summit More

The unveiling of Business Ukraine - the new weekly business magazine in English - comes at a very important stage in Ukraine's political and economic development. More

Still believe Ukraine is a problem child? Then consider the good things about the last couple of years - it could be a whole lot worse More