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Post-Soviet Ukraine, 2004.
This paper discusses the life and culture of those living in Kiev, Ukraine.
1,097 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 38.95
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The paper examines the family structure of Ukrainian citizens as well as their marriage celebrations, the treatment of the children, the prominent religions and the system of education. The paper looks at changes in education and in the festivals celebrated that show the emergence of a new Ukrainian culture. The paper discusses how a Ukrainian immigrant would adjust to life in America.
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"Ukraine is the sixth largest nation of Europe consisting of over 50million inhabitants. Filled with rich soil, educated people and ability to grow, the economy of this nation currently appears more similar to that of a third world country. Ukraine is a new country valiantly striving to break free from the ties of the once Soviet empire, and its people hold a strong conviction of national pride. Ukraine's identity however cannot be separated from the border countries that have developed this nation. Ukraine also acts as a borderland between the great nations of Europe, and has a mixture of many of the cultures and religions of Eastern Europe as well."
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Post-Soviet Culture, 2006.
An examination of how the individual states coped as individual nations after the collapse of the USSR with a focus on the Ukraine and Estonia.
1,100 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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The dissolution of the USSR was a traumatic event for all fifteen nations. They suffered significantly both militarily and economically. This paper examines how Ukraine turned towards ethnic nationalism as a means of finding some semblance of structure in their new lives as an independent nation. It also looks at how Estonia too turned to ethnic nationalism and instituted an unprecedented level of religious freedom where a state church no longer existed.
Outline
Introduction
Aspects of the Post-Soviet Experience that are Common to All 15 Countries:
Distinctive Experiences in Two Countries in Two Different Regions:
The Ukraine
Estonia
Conclusion
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"Working under the auspices of "shock therapy", Soviet-era price controls were removed. This was instituted in hopes of luring goods back into the severely under stocked stores found throughout the Russian Federation. Hyperinflation ensued and much of Russian industry was near bankrupt. Entrepreneurs and black marketers thrived, while those on fixed incomes, like the elderly suffered. Stabilization in the form of tight monetary policies sought to counter this, but ended up causing widespread hardship, as many of the state enterprises found themselves without product orders and without funding. A protracted depression ensued across the Federation ("History")."
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Ukraine: A Case of Transition, 2002.
A look at the problems facing the Ukraine in the ten years since its independance from the Soviet Union.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper discusses the transitional phase of Ukraine that has been going through all sorts of problems commonly associated with a transitional economy. Ukraine is now an independent state for last 10 years but unfortunately it has failed to gain much from its independence both in terms of economy and politics. The country is currently facing a painful economic situation where inflation rate is very high, corruption is prevailing in all state departments, institutions are not properly managed and in short the prospects for Ukraine's future are gloomy.
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The EU and Ukraine, 2007.
This paper analyzes political relations between the European Union and Ukraine since its independence.
6,881 words (approx. 27.5 pages), 43 sources, APA, $ 155.95
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The paper discusses how the EU constitutes an important international actor, exercising both passive and active leverage force on its neighbours who aspire to join the Union. The paper illustrates the difficulties Ukraine faces in acquiring full EU membership. The paper, however, describes the positive change in European rhetoric towards Ukraine in recent years as well as Ukraine's intensification of cooperation at top political levels. The paper maintains that the past track of EU-Ukraine interaction should be left behind, as Ukraine now embarks on a series of new domestic reforms under the guidance of European values.
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Introduction
Common Norms, Values, Political and Socio-economic Standards
The History of Interaction
Recent Developments
Conclusion
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"The existence of borders is rarely unchallenged - by the end of 1990s there appeared new lines of division on the continent between an almost united Europe and the rest. After the European Union (EU) enlargement in May 2004, Europe's political boundaries still do not coincide with its geographic ones and Ukraine is very active in attempting to regain its rightful place in Europe. According to Avery, 'the term ''Europe'' has not been officially defined. It combines geographical, historical and cultural elements, all of them constitutive of the European identity. The common experience of proximity, values and historical interaction cannot be gathered in a simple formula and should be revised by each new generation. Therefore, the Commission estimates that establishing the frontiers of the European Union, whose limits will be redefined in the next years, is neither possible nor opportune' (Avery, 1992, p. 11)."
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Inter-Ethnic Coexistence in the Ukraine, 2004.
An exploration of the ethnic basis of population and political parties in Eastern Ukraine, particularly the Donbass Basin.
2,292 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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This paper examines issues of inter-ethnic coexistence in the Ukraine and in particular the Donbass Basin by illustrating that history matters in terms of ethnic composition and political preferences. It attempts to reconstruct the historical picture of the major ethnic groups living in Donbass in order to examine what social, political and cultural experiences they have gained during the centuries of their habitation in the area of modern Ukraine. It looks at the process through which the ethnic make-up of the area was determined, focusing on the delineation of particular groups? histories and traces the evolution of the minority issue under Soviet rule, as a factor that influenced the levels of their self-assertiveness which obviously matters under the new political conditions. It also analyzes major questions of inter-ethnic co-existence and cultural autonomy, on the level of state politics and mass public perception.
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"When looking at the development of any young independent states, among the matters of special concern is the problem of the relationship between integration processes and the in-depth development of particular ethnic groups and regions. In staking out its claim of sovereignty and at the same time insisting on getting its own way, the multi-ethnic national state places itself in an embarrassing realm of double standards and therefore often becomes susceptible to quite a distressing level of internal torment. And yet some of the governments in question endeavor to implement liberal approaches, founded on the principle of preserving a balance between the prerogatives of the state and the priorities of the regions; and between the Nation?s codes and the interests of the various ethnic groups in the population."
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Ukraine - E.U. Relations, 2005.
An analysis of the dynamics of relations between the European Union and the Ukraine since its independence.
5,554 words (approx. 22.2 pages), 36 sources, MLA, $ 135.95
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This paper attempts to analyse the interaction between E.U. and Ukraine since its independence in 1992. The material is collected through review of literature, policy papers as well as personal interviews with policy makers and scholars in Ukraine and Europe. It argues that, given the constellation of factors, the sluggishness of cooperation process between the E.U. and Ukraine was partially justified by the realities of Kuchma regime and the E.U.'s agenda at that time. It also looks at how the election of Victor Yuschenko in December 2004 signifies a new era in mutual relations, which requires much more intensive cooperation on both sides.
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Abstract
Introduction
Common Norms, Values, Political and Socioeconomic Standards
The History of Interaction
Recent Developments
In Lieu of Conclusion
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"Border's existence is rarely unchallenged. By the end of 1990s there appeared new lines of division on the continent between an almost united Europe and the rest. After the EU enlargement in May 2004 Europe's political boundaries still do not coincide with its geographic ones and Ukraine is very active in regaining its rightful place in Europe. According to Avery, 'the term "Europe" has not been officially defined. It combines geographical, historical and cultural elements, all of them constitutive of the European identity. The common experience of proximity, values and historical interaction cannot be gathered in a simple formula and should be revised by each new generation. Therefore, the Commission estimates that establishing the frontiers of the European Union, whose limits will be redefined in the next years, is neither possible nor opportune' (Avery, 1992: 11). Said in 1992, these arguments are still valid today."
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Russia, Ukraine and the WTO, 2005.
A discussion on Ukraine and Russia and their attempts to become members of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
5,290 words (approx. 21.2 pages), 25 sources, MLA, $ 135.95
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This paper discusses the importance of the WTO in globalization and free trade and focuses on its benefits to Russia. It also examines Russia's position on the Ukraine and the Ukrainian government. Includes outline.
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Problem of Free Speech in the Modern Ukraine, 2005.
This paper discusses the problem of free speech in the modern Ukraine through the western media.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 1 source, $ 71.95
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In this paper the writer shows that the western media presents a biased form of investigation in the majority of articles relating Ukrainian politics and the idea of free speech. The writer discusses that the dictates of foreign policy seem to be nefariously opinionated through the articles presented in this study which reflect a greater sense of propaganda for the western powers rather than a empirical study of both Kuchma and Yushchenko being viable leaders of this country.
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"This political analysis will analyze the current governmental problems in the Ukraine, which have been associated with free speech principles in the western media. By analyzing articles on this subject, the growing concern of the United Nations and the issue of free speech is a growing problem, but only through a selective bias in reporting. Within the controversial elections that recently took place in the Ukraine, the issue of free speech is the first and foremost problem that faces Ukrainian society and the media perspective of this political issue. During recent elections, the issue of getting a clear objective on the events that occurred during Yushchenko's cancellation of congress was a serious threat to free speech."
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BNP Bank in Ukraine, 2007.
An overview of the Ukranian banking system with a focus on the BNP Paribas bank.
1,546 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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This paper discusses how, since the fall of the USSR, the Ukrainian banking structure has seen great phases of development that permitted the current stabilization of the system. The paper explains that the Ukraine's banking legal framework is governed by the laws on the national bank (1999) and the laws of banking (2000). In particular, the paper looks at the Joint Stock Commercial Innovations Bank (JSCIB) "UkrSibbank", otherwise known as BNP Paribas, which is currently the third largest bank of Ukraine and acts as a financial supermarket.
Outline:
The Banking Sector in Ukraine
The Current Situation of the Ukrainian Bank Sector
BNP In Ukraine
Shareholders
Foreign Ownership Restrictions
Strategic Choices of BNP
Benefits For the Foreign Bank
A Push Strategy
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"In 2006, the Ukraine banking sector showed an important improvement of both quantitative and qualitative indicators. The dynamic economic development was due to the domestic demand thanks to high rates of growth of the available household income and to the drop of unemployment as well as an increase of direct foreign investments. Furthermore, one of the most tasks for Ukrainian banks was to ensure profitability and to increase efficiency of banks' activity. The results of 2006 showed the highest profit of the banking system existence amounting to UAH 4.1 billion (in 2005 it was 2.2 billion)."
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Health-Care in the Ukraine, 2002.
This paper discusses the post-communist reform of the Ukrainian health-care system.
2,190 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 68.95
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This paper analyses the post-soviet transformation of the institutions providing health care in the Ukraine, basing the study on various statistical tables. It addresses the lack of interest in the transformation of these institutions and lists reasons for this lack of interest. It discusses the change in management structure in the light of the basic economic indicators for the Ukraine. It tackles the problem of corruption in Ukrainian organizations, looks at the changes in the sources of finance of health-care and deals with the additional costs borne by patients. The paper concludes that the current situation concerning health-care is absolutely adequate to the general situation in the Ukrainian economy and that the reforms are unnecessary.
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"There has been a noticeable lack of interest of western observers and reformers in the multiple transitions in health care in post-Soviet societies. The Ukraine is not an exclusion, since the country?s economy is obviously the major reason of all the problems it is witnessing nowadays. Therefore, in the western debate mostly the changes in the other sectors are considered. In, politics, for example, the emphasis has been made on the shift from dictatorship towards democracy. In economics, the focus is mainly stuck on transformation from centrally planned system to capitalism, or market economy, as well as on the inclusion in global markets. Moreover, in foreign policy, the attention is drawn to the implementation of openness to Europe from the suspicious attitude that existed before. Recently, interest has also extended to the phenomenon of crime and corruption in post-Soviet countries."
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Healthcare in Ukraine, 2006.
A review of the Ukrainian healthcare system and the poor economy.
1,865 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper reviews and discusses the healthcare system in Ukraine and the problems due to the poor state of its economy. According to the paper, the health of people in the Ukraine has been declining for quite some time due to the antiquated medical system inherited from the Soviet system. The paper goes on to say that most of the health problems are due to the after effects of the Chernobyl nuclear accident.
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Introduction
Current State of the Health System
Major Health Concerns
Role of International Health Organizations
Visitors Recommendation
Conclusion
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"Visitors should be well prepared before they make a visit to Ukraine. They need to realize the fact that there aren't many facilities over there. The healthcare system is pretty substandard. There is a shortage of hospital beds, medications and supplies. The hospitals also lack a lot of advanced medical technology. It would be a good idea for a visitor to get HIV tested before leaving for Ukraine."
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Ukraine, 1995.
Examines the social, political and economic instability after the collapse of the Soviet Union including leadership, citizen apathy, elections, reform and the future.
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"The Ukraine is a country struggling for independence. It has gained international recognition as a independent country but has yet to achieve independence in its own mind. Ukraine has many problems in the arenas of politics and economics. Politically the country is fragmented. Economic stagnation, inflation, and an entrenched non-capitalistic philosophy hinder development. The inability to survive without cooperation from Russia remains to be accomplished. Its military is weak but enjoys a high level of trust by most of the population.. The Ukraine's new president has begun a program of reform which may impact on these problems but only if given enough time and cooperation from within the country and international support. To survive as an independent state, Ukraine needs to reform and democratize its economy and state structures and build a national ..."
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Belarus and Ukraine, 2001.
Political & economic problems & struggles faced by 2 emerging nations after Soviet collapse. Different approaches to growth.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 9 sources, $ 55.95
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"In the troubled aftermath of the Soviet collapse, newly independent, sovereign nations Belarus and Ukraine have sustained a similar array of political and economic woes. Decades of Soviet rule have rendered both Belarus and Ukraine ill-equipped to adopt stable, functioning, and least of all democratic, governments. Today, the political climate of these nations is ghastly; in Belarus, authoritarian president Alexander Lukashenko is in his sixth year of a subversive, autocratic presidency (Time International, 1999, p. 42). In Ukraine, Leonid Kuchma won re-election to the presidency after a campaign rife with political violence, murder, and censorship of the media (The Economist, 1999, p. 19). On the economic front, each nation has endured wild inflation, lack of foreign investment, and declining standards of living. "
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Economic Reform in the Ukraine, 1996.
Examines policies & problems from 1985 to 1995. Growth, politics, collapse of Soviet Union, Perestroika, central control, incentives, leadership, liberalization.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 20 sources, $ 71.95
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"This research examines economic reform in Ukraine. Ukraine became an independent country in December 1991, in the wake of the dissolution of the Soviet Union. Economic reform in the Former Soviet Union was initiated prior to that country?s dissolution. Therefore, this examination of economic reform in Ukraine covers the period from 1985, when former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev initiated Soviet economic reform, through the fall of 1995.
Economic reform in Ukraine has been inhibited by both internal and external factors. Internally divisions within the country?s population over both the character and pace of economic reform has impeded implementation of change. Externally, ..."
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Ukraine Politics, 2005.
An examination of issues regarding Ukrainian integration into NATO and the EU.
4,321 words (approx. 17.3 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 114.95
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This paper provides an overview of the history of the Ukraine for the past 15 years. The paper points out that this history helps understand the current political situation in Ukraine and the hurdles it faces before fully integrating into NATO and the EU.
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"Communist experience of Ukraine was the main break factor which prevented country from integration to Europe, free equal trade with western and eastern partners, military reform and other essential reforms of civil state. Pro-Russian parliamentarians, who were former members of the Communist party continued to be loyal to Russia and Russian domination in Eastern Europe, so they did their best in order to keep "warm relations with big brother" and did what Kremlin wanted them to do. For a decade Ukrainian politicians were lost what side to support: Russia's or the side of Europe. As a result of such corruptive and selfish political management Ukraine became backward country with ruined heavy industry and collapsing agricultural sector. Inflation reached unbelievable rate (100 000 % if compared to 1991) and average salary in the year of 2004 was approximately 100$ . But the problems of the country were not limited only to economical problems."
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