The formal commencement of the first phase of EU membership negotiations in Luxembourg represents a profound historical milestone. For Ukrainian society, this moment is the validation of a long-held aspiration, defended daily with extraordinary courage in the ongoing war against russia.
As Ukraine continues the complex process of aligning its laws with European standards, the path toward a secure and prosperous future within the European Union becomes concrete.
At SCM, we believe that political alignment must be matched by deep economic integration. Commercial cooperation between Ukraine and Europe is not a distant prospect; it is a catalyst for shared prosperity that strengthens both sides. Guided by the long-term strategy of our shareholder Rinat Akhmetov, SCM companies are actively building the infrastructure and economic partnerships required to anchor Ukraine firmly within the European internal market.
Our energy company, DTEK, is already playing a significant role in continental energy security. By investing in renewable energy projects and enhancing gas transit capabilities across Eastern Europe, DTEK is actively supporting the European green transition and infrastructure stability.
In the industrial sphere, Metinvest is deepening its European presence. Through major investments in production and processing facilities in Italy and Romania, Metinvest is reinforcing European industrial resilience and securing vital supply chains.
Furthermore, this integration includes an invaluable exchange of knowledge. Executives from SCM companies in the telecommunications and logistics sectors are sharing their unique wartime operational expertise with European counterparts. This ongoing dialogue ensures that European infrastructure networks become more resilient against modern security challenges.
We welcome the opening of these accession talks. The investments and actions of SCM companies today demonstrate our total confidence in a unified, prosperous, and fully integrated European future.
