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Ukraine - Third Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment (RDNA3): February 2022 - December 2023

The “Ukraine Third Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment (RDNA3)” provides a comprehensive evaluation of the damage and needs resulting from the ongoing war in Ukraine, covering the period from February 2022 to December 2023. Conducted by the World Bank, the Government of Ukraine, the European Union, and the United Nations, the assessment details the extensive physical and economic damages, as well as the substantial needs for recovery and reconstruction over a ten-year period. The report identifies critical sectors such as housing, transport, commerce, energy, and agriculture as the most affected, with total damages estimated at $152 billion and recovery needs at $486 billion. It also highlights the financial gap of $9.5 billion required for immediate priorities in 2024 and emphasizes the importance of strategic prioritization, public and private investment, and international support to rebuild Ukraine’s infrastructure and economy.

Key Points:

  1. Extensive Damage and Economic Losses

    • Total direct damage is estimated at $152 billion, with significant impacts on housing, transport, commerce, energy, and agriculture.

    • Economic losses due to disrupted services, increased operating costs, and loss of revenue amount to over $499 billion.

  2. Substantial Recovery and Reconstruction Needs

    • Recovery and reconstruction needs are estimated at $486 billion over ten years, with critical short-term and medium-term priorities.

    • Immediate priorities for 2024 require over $15 billion in public funding, with a $9.5 billion financial gap.

  3. Coordinated Humanitarian and Emergency Response

    • Significant contributions from the EU, UN, and World Bank have provided billions in financial and material support to address immediate needs and sustain essential public services.

  4. Strategic Planning and Investment

    • Emphasis on strategic prioritization and planning to use funds effectively, focusing on critical needs and leveraging public investments to attract private sector contributions.