The governments of Canada, Lithuania, Sweden, and Ukraine have announced a collaboration to rebuild Kiev's war-ravaged transport system and develop new international trade links. The initiative, called the Common Interest Group for Ukraine (CIG4U), will focus on two pillars: coordinating support for Ukraine's immediate transport-related needs and providing analytical support for the long-term reconstruction of Ukraine's transport links. The CIG4U initiative, initially scheduled for two years, will be funded by Canada, Lithuania, and Sweden. The group will focus on aspects such as immediate repairs and replacement materials. It will also review the transport sector in Ukraine and provide Kiev with recommended policies and infrastructure plans. Around 20 projects have already been identified and are now being prioritised by Ukraine. The first project, funded by the government of Canada, is Pathways to Sustainability for Ukraine's Road and Rail Freight Transport.
