Ukranian Business Council

About UBC

Ukrainian Business Council (UBC)

is a non-profit organization created in June, 2 2016 and officially licensed by Dubai Chamber of Commerce. UBC is a kind of bridge between Ukrainian and Emirate businesses

Aiming to improve the dialogue between Ukraine and the UAE, UBC goes in to creating a fundamental basis for this cooperation, improving the overall image of Ukrainian companies and goods, supporting the Ukrainian diaspora, and also taking care of the preservation of Ukrainian culture abroad.

Membership in UBC, which is available for a wide range of people, opens the door to the UAE and Ukraine business environment as well as provides its members with a number of advantages, including in opening and running a business, legal and visa support. We also provide our members with

UBC Tasks

GOALS

The goal of the organization is, first of all, to promote the commercial development of Ukraine in the UAE.
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    Contribute to the effective cooperation between Ukraine and the UAE
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    Facilitate cooperation for Ukrainian businesses in the UAE
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    Create an information platform to attract investments for the reconstruction of Ukraine
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    Promotion of attracting investments to the UAE and Ukraine
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    Preservation and development of Ukrainian traditions, culture and the Ukrainian language
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    Support Ukrainian businesses in the UAE within the framework of close cooperation with the Consulate and Embassy of Ukraine in the UAE

Executive Committee

Committee

Olena Shyrokova
The President

Business Lawyer in the UAE, Vice Chairman of ICC UAE Commission on Trade & Investment.

Anastasiia Bobrysheva
Vice President

Managing Partner of Ukrainian creative agency in the UAE. More than 10 years working and business experience in the Middle East. Specializes in design, events, interactive tech and multimedia installations. Has proven experience working with government orders and contracts.

Oksana Kochmarska
Member of the Board

Business consultant with more than 20 years of experience in finance and tax consulting for Fortune 500 companies, ex KPMG Director. The founder of the international consulting company Accounting HUB. Serial entrepreneur and C-level Executive, MBA Executive program lecturer in Edinburgh Business School

Serhiy Voronovych
Member of the Board

Shareholder and general director of real estate and construction related companies - THE PLACE Group, main shareholder and general manager. Director of the Peak Summit Development company, adviser to the chairman of London Regional Properties in Ukraine, has a trading business in the UAE, represented by the companies Oriental Trading and Eastroleum DMCC, at the same time works as a vice president in one of the leading construction companies of Ukraine - PGS.

Kateryna Kisser
Member of the Board

Specializes in such areas as: Banking, Compliance, Tax. Has experience in working in Europe and the United Arab Emirates. Now Kateryna has her own legal practice.

Nick Doroshenko
Member of the Board

Representative of Ukraine CCI in UAE. Partner

Calendar of events

EVENTS

12
MAR

12 March

Friends and colleagues! The Ukrainian Business Council community is pleased to invite you to an event to be held on 12 March in Dubai. The topic of the event: "Legal aspects of business structuring in the UAE". Time: 6:00 pm. Location: Innovation One Tower, DIFC (Office 507, Clara Formations)
Registration
17
JAN

17 January

Intercouncil Networking
Registration
6
DEC

6 December

We are pleased to invite you to the webinar on "Rules of controlled foreign companies in Ukraine and relevant aspects of personal and corporate taxation in the UAE".
27
NOV

27 November

The Ukrainian Business Council is pleased to invite you to the online "Entering KSA market webinar". Among the speakers are Kostiantyn Gridin and Jad Younes, who will discuss the KSA market overview, various ways to enter the KSA market, participation in government projects, licensing from MISA based on activities and basic requirements, and much more.
Registration
10
NOV

10 November

Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates and the Ukrainian Women's Initiative in the UAE invite you to join the meeting on topic: "Theoretical and Practical Aspects of Business Culture in the UAE". Date: November 10, 2023. Time: 14:30 - 17:00. Location: Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
30
OCT

30 October

Our partner, Bosco Conference, is pleased to invite you to take part in the annual B2B and B2C conferences InvestPro Azerbaijan Baku & InvestPro Turkiye Istanbul 2023. InvestPro Azerbaijan Baku 2023 - October 30, The Ritz-Carlton Baku. InvestPro Turkiye Istanbul 2023 - November 2, InterContinental Istanbul.
19
OCT

19 October

Dear colleagues! We are pleased to invite you to the Ukrainian Business Way event dedicated to the topic: "How to attract investments and loans for business development in the UAE."
7
OCT

7 October

On October 7, we are pleased to invite you to a business brunch dedicated to "Entering the Saudi market." For Ukrainian Business Council members 30% discount.
3
OCT

3 October

Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates invites you to join The Big Inter-Council Networking Night at Atlantis The Royal. October 3, 2023 | 18:30 - 21:00. Atlantis The Royal Dubai - United Arab Emirates.
20
SEP

20 September

Dear friends! On September 20, we invite you to a business meeting in Dubai, organized by Ukrainian Business Way with the support of the Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates, on "Taxation, accounting and reporting of business in the UAE."
24
AUG

24 August

Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates invites you to join The Big Inter-Council Networking Night. August 24, 2023 | 19:00 - 21:00
27
JULY

27 July

Learn about the legal aspects of exporting at Нова пошта Business School webinar. Date: July 27, 2023. Time: 18:00 Kyiv time
20
JULY

20 July

Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates invites you to join us for Loco Thursday, the ultimate Inter-council networking event with Business Councils! This event is being organized in collaboration with the Canadian Business Council of Dubai and the Northern Emirates and the Zimbabwean Business Council in United Arab Emirates.
21
JUNE

21 June

Friends! On June 21, we invite you to a business meeting in #Dubai on the topic "Taxation". The event will be moderated by the ambassador of Ukrainian Business Way community, businesswoman, owner of the SMM agency, TV and radio presenter Santa Viktoria.
8
JUNE

8 June

Friends! We invite you to participate in the online webinar on June 8 at 18:00 Kyiv time. The topic of the event: "E-Export from Ukraine: where and how to sell Ukrainian goods to retail buyers through e-commerce. Practical advice on postal delivery and customs.
5
MAY

5 May

In May 5, Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates has visited Arabian Travel Market, the market leading, international travel and tourism event unlocking business potential within the Middle East for inbound and outbound tourism professionals. During the exhibition, the team of Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates was glad to meet with Elina Wiegel and to discuss potential future collaboration.
13
APR

13 April

Historically Ukraine has been a home to many nations and many religions. Respect to cultural heritage is deeply rooted in our DNA. Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates team honored a holy month of Ramadan by gathering our team for a traditional Iftar dinner.
5
APR

5 April

In April 2023, Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates was invited to join iftar organized by UAQ Free Trade Zone. UAQ FTZ is a fast-growing logistics and business hub in the UAE with a strategic location and investor-friendly rules and regulations.
28
MAR

28 March

In March 28, Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates delegation visited Department of Economic Development-RAK to discuss areas of future cooperation. We are on a joint mission to ensure that the Emirate is not only a popular leisure destination for Ukrainian tourists but also a top business hub for Ukrainian investors.
23
MAR

23 March

In March 23, Business center Rich Man House hosted Ukrainian business event dedicated to “Real Estate Investment in Dubai: Risks & Benefits” organized by Ukrainian Business Way. With marvelous speakers and a vibrant discussion panel, the event was the ultimate go-to for Dubai real estate market knowledge.
20
MAR

20 March

Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates was glad to be a partner of Business Forum organised by “The One in a Million” Svetlana Monastyrskaya on 20-21 March 2023 in Dubai at DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre).
18
MAR

18 March

Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates was glad to attend the 2nd annual Trade Law & Compliance Conference and Global Trade Facilitation Summit 2023, themed “Trade Transformation and Technology” organized by ICC UAE at Dubai Chambers. It was a unique opportunity for all members to gain insights into trends, developments, and legal and technical issues impacting global trade & finance.
10
MAR

10 March

Last week we started a new chapter in fostering sustainable economic ties between the UAE and Ukraine in the maritime sector. Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates delegation met with Jafza management to discuss possible areas of collaboration, including business development, regulatory consulting and ESG initiatives.
28
FEB

28 February

Gulfood is the world’s largest annual food event which unites 5000 companies from more than 125 countries. Ukrainian companies are always active participants in the exhibition and 51 companies presented the Ukrainian food industry this year.
10
FEB

10 February

Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates attended LEAP2023 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for the second edition of the largest debut tech event in history. LEAP is the global platform and unique event for future technologies and the most disruptive technology professionals from around the world.
7
FEB

7 February

This week, Ukrainian Business Council Dubai & Northern Emirates had a productive meeting with SALIC in Riyadh. During the meeting, UBC discussed the perspective of #Ukrainian businesses in #KSA and the possibility of new investments from SALIC to Ukraine.
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Considering the fact that UBC is a relatively new, but quite dynamic organization, the list of advantages is certainly not exhaustive and permanent. UBC members are actively working on increasing the number of business partners, searching for new ideas and sources for cooperation. In order to become a member of UBC and find business partners, like-minded people and friends, send your inquiries to the email address info@ubcdubai.org

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We will be glad to see you and sincerely welcome your suggestions and ideas for improving the work of UBC!

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