War on Ukraine: The impact and risks

The war is bringing tremendous changes to Ukraine’s society as all ties with Russia and Ukraine’s Soviet legacy are now cut off.

The society appears more united and the people more trusting of the leadership, which is uncharacteristic for Ukrainians. The society is also becoming more mature and, after all the damages and losses to life, it will be unlikely to tolerate corruption and slow reforms once the war is over.

Experts discuss how the war is shaping Ukrainian society and politics at a Chatham House conference which examined the implications of the war for the wider region.

What are the main risks for Ukraine in the coming six months, and how long should the West support Ukraine?

Speakers:
Olena Bilan, Head of Research, Dragon Capital
Anna Korbut, Former Academy Associate, Russia and Eurasia Programme, Chatham House
Mariia Zolkina, Head of Regional Security and Conflict Studies, LSE
Inna Melnykovska, Academy Fellow, Chatham House
Veronika Movchan, Academic Director, Institute for Economic Research and Policy Consulting
Kataryna Wolczuk, Associate Fellow, Russia and Eurasia Programme, Chatham House
Simon Smith, Chairman, Steering Committee, Ukraine Forum, Russia and Eurasia Programme, Chatham House