A Country at War – Experiences with Civil Preparedness in Ukraine

A discussion between Governor of the Riksbank Erik Thedéen and Governor of the National Bank of Ukraine Andriy Pyshnyy.

A conversation on experiences related to preparedness and maintaining essential societal functions in a country at war will be held at the Riksbank, Brunkebergstorg 11, June 27, 2024. Hosted by Swedish House of Finance together with the Riksbank.

The event was aimed at individuals within Swedish authorities, academia, the finance and preparedness sectors with the goal of enabling a broader exchange of experiences from Ukraine. Media was also invited to participate.

The discussion was held in English.

Watch the Conversation

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Practical information

Date: Thursday, June 27, 2024

Time: 14:00 - 15:00. Security check and registration from 13.30. Bring identification (digital ID is not valid).

Location: Riksbank, Brunkebergstorg 11

Andriy Pyshnyy

Governor of the National Bank of Ukraine

Erik Thedéen

Governor of the Riksbank

The seminar is co-organized with Riksbanken