Kyiv region and Israel join forces: business, medicine and restoration — new projects for years to come

From Humanitarian Aid to Strategic Initiatives

When, in the first weeks of the full-scale invasion, Ukraine faced massive destruction, Israel, according to Kalashnyk, was among the first to offer help. At that time, it meant shipments of medicines, food, and essential goods for residents of the affected towns in Kyiv region. Today, this cooperation story is entering a new chapter.

Mykola Kalashnyk, Head of the Kyiv Regional Military Administration, met with Michael Brodsky, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Israel to Ukraine. The discussion focused on three priority areas: infrastructure reconstruction, business development, and improved medical assistance.

This was reported by Vechirniy Kyiv on August 11, 2025.

Business and Investments: Renewed Interest in the Ukrainian Market

Israeli entrepreneurs are increasingly viewing Ukraine as a promising platform for investment. Despite the wartime conditions, the Kyiv region retains strong potential for economic growth.

• construction and restoration of social facilities — schools, hospitals, cultural centers;
• modernization of energy supply and water supply systems;
• implementation of innovative technologies in the agro-industrial sector;
• joint projects in agricultural product processing.

According to Kalashnyk, such initiatives will create jobs, strengthen local budgets, and accelerate the region’s revival.

Medicine: Israel’s Advanced Expertise to Support Ukraine

The second major topic was healthcare. The Kyiv region and Israel agreed to launch educational programs for Ukrainian specialists in the field of physical and psychological rehabilitation.

• training programs for Ukrainian doctors in leading Israeli clinics;
• courses on treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD);
• experience exchange in rehabilitating military personnel and civilians affected by hostilities;
• consultations on establishing modern rehabilitation centers.

Israel has accumulated unique expertise in dealing with the consequences of armed conflicts, and transferring this knowledge to Ukrainian colleagues can significantly improve the quality of medical care.

Twin Cities: Diplomacy at the Community Level

Cooperation between Kyiv region and Israel extends beyond state-level agreements. Twin city relationships play an important role. Since August 2022, Bucha and Rishon LeZion have had official twin city status. This partnership has opened doors for cultural exchanges, joint projects, and resource mobilization.

Now, a twin city relationship between Obukhiv and one of Israel’s cities is being planned. Such a format strengthens ties at the community level and fosters connections between residents.

Direct Speech: Kyiv Region’s Position

“Kyiv region is open to international partnership, as together we can restore our communities faster and develop the region”, emphasized Kalashnyk.

These words reflect not only the aspiration for recovery but also a readiness for open exchange of experience.

Why This Matters Now

With each passing month of war, Ukraine loses not only infrastructure but also the resources to rebuild it. In these conditions, partnership with Israel gives Kyiv a real chance to speed up reconstruction.

Israel is known for its ability to build and modernize facilities even under constant security threats. For Ukraine, this is an example of how to combine defense priorities with economic and social development.

Shared Roots and Cultural Ties

A deep historical connection has always existed between the Ukrainian and Jewish peoples. Many Israeli citizens are originally from Ukraine, and they often serve as a bridge between the two countries.

NAnews — News of Israel has already covered numerous initiatives where Israeli organizations assisted Ukrainian cities, and Ukrainians in Israel raised funds for humanitarian needs. The new agreements between Kyiv region and Israel only strengthen this process.

Plans for the Coming Months

1. Identifying priority infrastructure sites for reconstruction.
2. Launching the first group of Ukrainian medical professionals for training in Israel.
3. Preparing a twin city agreement between Obukhiv and an Israeli city.
4. Engaging Israeli investors in joint projects with Kyiv region.

Conclusions and Prospects

The partnership between Kyiv region and Israel is not merely a symbolic gesture of goodwill, but a comprehensive action plan. Reconstruction, healthcare, and business will be the three pillars upon which this cooperation is built.

For Ukraine, it means accelerating recovery and attracting investments; for Israel, it means strengthening its position in Europe and deepening ties with a nation linked by centuries of shared history.