Switzerland will allocate 135 million francs for Ukraine's recovery
Switzerland will fund eight new projects in Ukraine totaling 135 million Swiss francs. These projects will focus on energy, public transportation, and water management. The projects will be implemented by Swiss companies already operating in Ukraine.
On October 2, the Swiss Federal Council approved funding for eight new projects designed to help Ukraine with its recovery and strengthen the country’s resilience. The total amount of funding is 135 million Swiss francs. The funds will be directed toward projects in three sectors: energy, public transportation, and water management.
This is not a single large project, but rather eight separate initiatives. They will be implemented by Swiss companies that have branches or representative offices in Ukraine. According to the Swiss side’s plan, the projects are intended to help meet Ukraine’s urgent needs. The companies will use their own technologies, equipment, and expertise, and some of the work will be carried out directly in Ukraine.
How the Projects Were Selected
The projects were selected through a competitive process. Swiss companies operating in Ukraine were eligible to submit proposals ranging in value from 3 to 30 million francs. Applications were evaluated by representatives from Ukraine and Switzerland. The criteria included the project’s benefit to Ukraine, its impact on development, technical feasibility, risks, and the effective use of funds.
Co-financing was a specific requirement. Companies whose projects were selected must contribute at least 10% of their own funds. The final list was compiled jointly with the Ukrainian government, based on the country’s needs.
Thus, Swiss support combines government funding with funds from the businesses themselves. This also gives Swiss companies the opportunity to continue their work in Ukraine and develop their partnerships here.
What This Will Mean for Ukraine
The new projects are expected to have more than just a short-term impact. They are intended to help create and preserve jobs, develop local businesses, and transfer new knowledge and skills to Ukrainian professionals. Training is also part of the projects. Ukrainian specialists will be able to gain practical experience and work with Swiss technologies and experts.
The Ministry of Economy and Environment of Ukraine emphasizes that such cooperation helps not only to restore damaged infrastructure but also to support the Ukrainian economy and enable communities to develop even during the war.
Deputy Minister of Economy Yegor Perelygin called this an example of a partnership that combines international support with business investment, technology, and expertise. “For Ukraine, this is an important example of a partnership where international support is combined with business investment, modern technology, and expertise,” Perelygin noted.
According to him, such projects should help restore critical infrastructure, create jobs, and strengthen the Ukrainian economy’s capabilities. Switzerland already has experience providing this type of support. In 2025, as part of a previous call for proposals, the country selected 12 projects by Swiss companies totaling 93 million francs. Among them were initiatives in the energy, transportation, healthcare, and humanitarian demining sectors.
As part of the Ukraine program for 2025–2028, Switzerland has also provided specific tools to engage its private sector in Ukraine’s recovery. A total of 500 million francs has been allocated to involve Swiss businesses in the reconstruction efforts under this program. For Swiss businesses, these projects also open up opportunities to expand their operations in Ukraine. Companies can strengthen existing partnerships and establish a long-term presence in the Ukrainian market.
The eight new projects are set to mark another phase of this cooperation. Their goal is to help Ukraine address urgent infrastructure needs while laying the groundwork for further economic recovery.
