"We have discussed with several foreign investors their possible participation in this council. We have received consent from George Soros, Paul Polman, and the SOCAR management," Lozhkin said during a meeting of the National Reform Council.
Lozhkin noted that at present, negotiations are underway with a number of renowned foreign investors who may join the council in future. According to Lozhkin, the revitalization of the National Investment Council, the attraction of investments, and the creation of a normal business climate in Ukraine will underpin the growth of the national economy.
As UNIAN reported earlier, on August 29, the president of Ukraine announced the establishment of the National Investment Council, which would be chaired by Lozhkin.
In July, the Ukrainian government set up an Investment Promotion Office. It was reported that Deputy Finance Minister Oksana Makarova would be in charge of the office, which is to be launched on September 1.
Read alsoUkraine, China draw roadmap for economic cooperationForeign direct investment in Ukraine's economy (non-resident shareholders' equity) as of July 1, 2016, amounted to $44.791 billion, marking a 5.4% rise, or $2.282 billion, compared with the beginning of the year ($42.509 billion).
