In the world where innovation is the foundation for recovery and sustainable development, Ukrainian technologies play a crucial role. Faced with unprecedented challenges, Ukraine quickly adapted its technologies to the new conditions, gaining valuable experience in their practical application.
This experience has shown how to respond promptly to challenges while simultaneously implementing innovations in real-world conditions, and now Ukraine is ready to share its expertise with other countries.
DroneUA participated in the Annual Ukraine Innovation Days 3.0 event held in Washington on April 16, 2026. The event, organized by Ukraine House in collaboration with the Embassy of Ukraine in the USA and Skyfall, became an important platform for discussing the future of Ukrainian technologies in a global context.
The event brought together over 300 participants from governments, businesses, academic institutions, as well as representatives from diplomatic circles, who discussed key topics, ranging from economic resilience to innovations in security and green technologies.
DroneUA is consistently developing partnerships between Ukraine and leading innovation agencies and institutions in the USA, strengthening bilateral cooperation in the field of technology. Ukrainian-American cooperation in innovation is not only a promising direction — it is a strategic area where mutual reinforcement of experience and visions for the future takes place. As such, the company not only demonstrates the capability of Ukrainian businesses to contribute to the development and economic growth of the USA actively but also ensures their integration into international alliances that enhance the global competitiveness of both countries.
The key speakers in the panel discussions included: Olga Stefanishyna, Ambassador of Ukraine to the U.S., Yulia Svyrydenko, Prime Minister of Ukraine, Jonathan Greenstein, Deputy Under Secretary, U.S. Department of State, Ambroise Fayolle, Vice-President of the European Investment Bank, Greg Guyett, First Vice-President of the EBRD, and Conor Coleman, Head of Investments and Chief of Staff, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation.
Among the main topics discussed were issues related to the export of innovation, specifically how Ukrainian technologies can become part of global solutions. Ukraine continues to develop innovations actively that are not only applied within the domestic market but also at the international level.
Valerii Iakovenko, co-founder of DroneUA and Futurology, shared his experience on how entrepreneurship managed to adapt to new changes and remain a market leader.
"We endured when many of our competitors disappeared. We became leaders in innovation and robotics in Ukraine," said Valerii Iakovenko.
Attracting investment for the reconstruction of Ukraine is one of the most important topics. Event participants discussed how to create stable conditions for investors to ensure the country's effective recovery. Valerii Iakovenko emphasized the importance of Ukraine's attractiveness as an investment destination, focusing not only on recovery but also on the sustainable development of high technologies:
"We aim not only to rebuild our country but also to be an important partner for global business. Our goal is to create an ecosystem where Ukraine will be the first stop for investments in engineering and technologies with global potential for countries worldwide," he said.
The topic of green reconstruction highlighted energy and environmental technologies for Ukraine's sustainable development. Special attention was paid to infrastructure recovery, the application of cutting-edge technologies, and the implementation of innovative solutions that are transforming urban planning approaches in Ukraine.
DroneUA is grateful to the event organizers for the opportunity to be part of this important platform and to contribute to the development of technological and business connections between Ukraine and the United States. Participation in the Annual Ukraine Innovation Days 3.0 at Ukraine House for the third consecutive year strengthens international partnerships to develop Ukraine as a technological hub for global solutions integrated into the international technology ecosystem.
