May 1st 2024.
According to a recent report from the government-run news agency, Ukrinform, Ukraine's agricultural exports through Black Sea ports have returned to pre-conflict levels. This news was shared by Sergiy Kyslytsya, Ukraine's permanent representative to the United Nations, on Tuesday.
Since last summer, approximately 25 million tons of foodstuff have been exported through the ports of Odesa, Chornomorsk, and Pivdenny. This was made possible by the establishment of a "humanitarian corridor" in August 2023, which allowed for smooth shipping operations in the Black Sea. Kyslytsya also mentioned that over 1,300 cargo vessels have departed from Ukraine, delivering grains and other agricultural products to 40 different countries.
The idea for the "humanitarian corridor" was born out of the collapse of the Black Sea Grain Initiative in July of the same year. This alternative solution has proved to be successful, as it has not only restored Ukraine's agricultural exports but also provided a much-needed boost to the country's economy. It is a testament to the resilience and determination of the Ukrainian people to overcome challenges and find innovative solutions.
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