Czech-Ukrainian Chamber of Industry and Commerce Signed the Memorandum with KNEU

Memorandum Signed Between Vadym Hetman KNEU and the Czech-Ukrainian Chamber of Industry and Commerce

On March 28, 2025, the Czech-Ukrainian Chamber of Industry and Commerce (CUCIC) held a strategic meeting with Professor Dmytro Lukianenko, Rector of Vadym Hetman Kyiv National Economic University (KNEU), to explore long-term opportunities for academic, scientific, and business collaboration.

The meeting concluded with the official signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation, marking a significant step in building bridges between the Czech and Ukrainian academic and business communities.

A Vision for Partnership and Growth

The memorandum lays the foundation for a dynamic and future-oriented partnership focused on:

• Expanding educational opportunities: Supporting innovative projects by students and researchers.
• Promoting professional development: Facilitating internships in Czech companies and enabling participation in international business forums.
• Fostering innovation and entrepreneurship: Creating platforms for collaboration between students, faculty, and the business sector, and supporting startups and scientific research.
• Encouraging international integration: Organizing conferences, seminars, and events that enhance cooperation between Ukraine and the Czech Republic.

This collaboration represents a shared vision to integrate Ukrainian expertise and innovation into the European economic space, while empowering students and professionals with real-world experience and cross-border opportunities.

Chamber Commitment

Dr. Markus Ciupek, Vice President of the Czech-Ukrainian Chamber, and Assoc. Prof. Tetiana Babych of KNEU, emphasized their commitment to bringing this partnership to life through concrete initiatives that will benefit both institutions and the broader Czech-Ukrainian community.

“We are not only signing a document—we are launching a relationship that will foster innovation, create career pathways, and support the long-term integration of Ukrainian knowledge and talent into European industry,” said Dr. Ciupek.

What’s Next?

This partnership reflects CUCIC’s ongoing commitment to connecting education and industry, enhancing economic diplomacy, and investing in the next generation of professionals.