Summary: | These remarks were delivered by World Bank Group President David Malpass at the 2nd Ministerial Roundtable for Support to Ukraine on October 12, 2022. Ukraine's basic non-military budget financing needs, dominated by essential social services, are substantial and need continued external financing support. Even more is needed to repair roads, bridges, homes, schools, energy infrastructure, and clinics. And as winter sets in, urgent support is needed for energy supplies and preparations for homes. To mobilize additional support, the World Bank has established a multi-donor fund to help the government sustain its capacity to deliver services, conduct relief efforts, and plan and implement the country's recovery and reconstruction
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