The war in Ukraine has been going on for over a year. We continue to fight and bring our victory closer every day. Experts suggest that the war may end at the end of 2023. Here's what's next for Ukraine

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Life in Ukraine after the war is a topic of concern for many people. Today, the country continues to fight to preserve its independence and territorial integrity. Thus, the question of what life in Ukraine will look like after the war remains relevant. In this article, we will try to figure out what Ukrainians will face after the end of russian aggression.

The economy

The first thing to note is that Ukraine will face many problems and challenges after the war. For example, we should expect problems with rebuilding the destroyed infrastructure, economy, and helping people, etc. All this will require a lot of effort and resources.

One of the main tasks facing Ukraine after the war is to rebuild its infrastructure. This includes rebuilding roads, bridges, railroads, airports, buildings, power grids, etc. Rebuilding infrastructure will be a key factor in developing the economy and improving the quality of life.

The country is also likely to face migration of citizens who want to return to their homeland. However, in order to make refugees come back to Ukraine, the government must take several important steps, namely:

1. ensure the safety of the population;

2. create jobs;

3. provide housing.

It should be noted that the end of the war is not a process of one day or even one month. The notion of "after the war" is very conditional, as any scenario where the hot phase of the confrontation ends will inevitably lead to a "cold phase" - a long coexistence with a potential aggressor.

Such a situation will require a complete change in the state's policy and institutions. The transformation of Ukraine's defense and economic systems is inevitable.

Waiting for the baby boom

Many experts assume that after the war is over, Ukraine will experience an increase in the birth rate. This assessment is probably based on the examples of previous wars. However, it should not be forgotten that about 10 million people, most of them women, left Ukraine because of russia's full-scale aggression.

Therefore, sharp demographic progress in our country is unlikely.

Consumer preferences will change

After February 24, Ukrainians dramatically changed their approach to spending money. Today, many people spend their money on volunteering or helping the army instead of going to a restaurant or updating their wardrobe. Instead of buying another fashionable T-shirt, they fill up a gas can or buy a supply of food.

The consumer trend will not change after the war. Citizens will refuse to make unnecessary purchases, because they will not be able to fit more than a few pants, sweaters and a pair of shoes into their anxious suitcase. At the same time, people will reassess human relationships.

By the way, earlier we talked about how the consumer life of Ukrainians changed during the war. Read here to find out what Ukrainians spend their money on most often.

How did other countries recover from the war?

Germany

The recovery of Germany after World War II is one of the most impressive successes in the history of rebuilding a destroyed country. 

The first priority after the war was to rebuild the destroyed infrastructure. Most of the residential buildings, industrial plants, and infrastructure were destroyed, and it took a huge amount of resources and labor to rebuild them. Germany received significant assistance from the victorious countries.

The development of exports and the creation of new jobs was also an important factor in Germany's recovery after the war. 

It took Germany 10 years to fully restore the country.

South Korea

After the Korean War, which lasted from 1950 to 1953, Korea was divided into two parts: North Korea (supported by the Soviet Union and China) and South Korea (supported by the United States).

South Korea began its recovery with the help of international organizations such as the UN and the World Bank. The country launched an economic recovery program that included investments in industry, agriculture, and infrastructure.

By the 1960s, South Korea had become one of the fastest growing economies in the world.

In general, life in Ukraine after the war will be difficult and fraught with challenges, but Ukrainians have already shown their willingness to fight for their country and move forward. Restoring infrastructure, helping the victims, developing the economy and social sphere, as well as strengthening international relations and trust will be key aspects of life in Ukraine after the victory over the russian aggressor.

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