What does Ukraine's economy look like during the war?

With millions either leaving their homes or joining the army, Ukraine's workforce has shrunk dramatically.

However, key sectors such as energy, logistics, and agriculture still have to function to feed the population and keep the military operational.

Employees of Naftogaz, the state oil and gas firm, continue to fix key infrastructure damaged by the war.

There are numerous examples of businesses changing functions to support the war effort, such as clothing companies producing boots for soldiers.

While these items may be provided to the army for free, this is still real output which is vital to the war economy.

Domestic production of food and fuel has been hit by a reduction in workers and damaged supply chains, but even supplies imported from neighbouring countries need to be transported and distributed in the areas that need them.

Many shops are still open and restocked overnight, while the banking sector remains operational to distribute salaries and pension payments.
The economy thus remains vital in avoiding an even more severe humanitarian crisis.

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