Strategy

The overall goal of Swiss Cooperation is to support Ukraine on its path towards peace and towards an inclusive society, in which women and men equally contribute to and benefit from public integrity and sustainable growth. 

The Swiss Cooperation Programme Ukraine 2020-23 has been prepared in close consultation with the Ukrainian government and partners. It strategically contributes to the country’s pathway towards sustained recovery, the implementation of the Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 

The Swiss Cooperation Programme covers four domains: 

1) Peace, Protection and Democratic Institutions;

2) Sustainable Cities;

3) Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and Competitiveness;

4) Health.

All domains are impacted by the humanitarian situation in eastern Ukraine: under this Cooperation Programme, activities are further expanded into the east of the country.

Swiss Cooperation Programme Ukraine 2020-23

Swiss Cooperation Programme Ukraine 2020-23
Swiss Cooperation Programme Ukraine 2020-23 © FDFA
Synopsis of the Swiss Cooperation Programme Ukraine 2020–23

Overall Goal: Support Ukraine on its path towards peace and towards an inclusive society, in which men and women equally contribute to and benefit from public integrity and sustainable growth.

Peace, Protection and Democratic Institutions

Sustainable Cities

SMEs and Competitive­ness

Health

Domain objective: Promote a peaceful resolution of the conflict in eastern Ukraine, ensure respect for international humanitarian law, foster human rights and strengthen democratic governance while also addressing the conse­quences of the conflict.

Domain objective: Accelerate low-carbon economic growth and improve the quality of life for people in urban areas of Ukraine.

Domain objective: Facilitate competitive and inclusive growth.

Domain objective: The Ukrainian population, including people affected by the conflict, enjoys better health.

Outcome 1: All relevant actors are engaged in an inclusive peace process and effectively contribute to resolving the conflict in eastern Ukraine.

 Outcome 2: Authorities effectively address the consequences of the conflict in eastern Ukraine and all citizens in conflict-affected areas have access to essential services.

Outcome 3: Transparent public institutions promote meaningful civic engagement of men and women, public financial management is improved, and services are provided efficiently and inclusively.

Outcome 1: Increased availability of affordable low-carbon and economically viable heating services through enhanced municipal energy management and modernisation of infrastructure.

Outcome 2: Municipalities plan their urban development and investments in a more integrated manner, improve their public transport, and promote user-friendly public spaces.

Outcome 1: The private sector, including SMEs in conflict-affected areas, benefits from new sustainable trade opportunities and a more competitive business environment.

Outcome 2: The financial sector benefits from an improved regulatory frame­work and the private sector, particularly SMEs, has access to more inclusive and respon­sible services.

Outcome 3: Men and women gain skills tailored to the needs of the market and acquire decent jobs.

Outcome 1: National and local institutions, including in conflict-affected areas, provide more equitable and sustainable access to qualitative and affordable PHC services that are responsive to users’ needs, with a focus on disease preven­tion and health promotion.

Outcome 2: Men and women of all ages in selected regions adopt healthier lifestyles and hold healthcare institutions accountable for delivering quality services.

Indicative budget planning

CHF 43,9 million

41 %

CHF 32,0 million

30 %

CHF 17,3 million

16 %

CHF 13,6 million

13 %

Transversal themes:

Good governance and public integrity,

Gender equality