GERMAN GALUSHCHENKO ON THE US ROLE IN UKRAINE’S ENERGY SECTOR - The resilience of Ukraine’s energy sector has been one of the most vital aspects of its ability to counter the ongoing Russian military invasion. While frequent predictions of long-term blackouts and severe energy deficits have been heard over the past three winters, the Ukrainian energy sector has continued to sustain the country’s economy and power its warfighting operations. German Galushchenko, minister of energy of Ukraine, has led these successful efforts to protect, repair, and expand Ukraine’s energy infrastructure during the war. With the Trump administration committed to facilitating an end to hostilities, questions have emerged about the future of Ukraine’s energy sector and what role the United States may play in its development.

Can energy play a role in helping the Trump administration end hostilities and forge a lasting settlement? What role does Ukraine envision for the United States in its energy sector?

Ambassador John Herbst, senior director of the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center, moderates a virtual discussion featuring Ukrainian Energy Minister German Galushchenko on the above and more.

ORIGINAL AIRDATE: 04/16/2025