Andy Hunder

The New York Times front page article today: Russia Keeps Attacking U.S. Firms in Ukraine. The White House Is Silent. The article includes quotes from me. “Andy Hunder, the head of the American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine, called on Mr. Trump “to stand with American business in Ukraine” and “show Putin that the United States protects its own.” Full article below

A really horrible night in Kyiv. 600 drones and 50 missiles fired by Russia hitting civilian infrastructure across Ukraine. Dozens injured, with civilian deaths. One of the loudest nights in Kyiv that I can remember during this fifth year of Russia’s full scale invasion. Russia must be stopped

Every morning at 9am the country stands for a minute’s silence. Remembering, respecting and commemorating all those killed by Putin’s army.

20,000 little teddy bears here in Washington DC today  Each one representing a Ukrainian child abducted by Russia The identities and faces of abducted children cannot be publicly displayed due to ongoing efforts to secure their return. The horrors of the crime, however, cannot remain invisible. Now is the time to bring the kids back home  Thank you @razomforukraine for your continued crucial and vital advocacy on bringing the kids home

This is the US State Department in Washington DC Here today in meetings delivering the message that Ukraine is open for business but also that Russia is increasingly targeting US business in Ukraine

Here in America seeing next generation unmanned aircraft systems @shieldaitech V-Bat Designed, tested, and deployed for the electronic warfare battlefield working in GPS denied environments,  vertical take off,  runway independent, long range, high altitude, ISR Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance. Shield AI now with two offices in Ukraine working together with @ChamberUkraine

Grateful to the @USChamber team for hosting the US-Ukraine Partnership Forum 2026 in Washington, DC.   In partnership with the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), the event brought together senior business executives, US and Ukrainian government officials, and global thought leaders to discuss priority sectors and partnerships that offer both immediate commercial opportunities and long-term investment potential in Ukraine.   Keynote speakers included Prime Minister @Svyrydenko_Y @DFC_CEO Ben Black, @SuzanneUSCC US Chamber CEO and President.   Working together to support Ukraine’s recovery, growth, and reconstruction. Big thanks to Suzanne Clarke, Marjorie Chorlins, Ivana Zuzul  @ChamberUkraine

Game changers in global warfare.  Ukraine is rewriting modern warfare through sheer innovation.  I’m in Washington DC this week where Ukrainian drone technology is being presented to American audiences.  The latest Ukrainian interceptor P1 SUN (пісюн)  While its name might raise a few eyebrows for those who speak Ukrainian, its performance is no joke Ukrainians intercepting 90% of Russian drones.  Ukraine Innovation Days at Ukraine House in Washington

Seeing Easter bread blessed inside a combat helmet is a sight that stays with you forever. These military helmets are built to withstand war, but today, they hold the hope of the Resurrection. I’m inspired by Ukraine’s defenders, the men and women of @15obrar Artillery Reconnaissance Brigade, their commander colonel Oleksandr Popov and Chaplain Father Taras Padre.  A powerful reminder that even in the darkest trenches, the light remains unbroken. Christ is Risen! Христос Воскрес!

Thousands of Ukrainians out on the streets of central London today. All celebrating Easter, blessing their Easter baskets at the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral London. A wonderful mosaic of beautiful baskets. Wishing all celebrating a peaceful and blessed Easter

Today we mark 1,500 days of the full scale war in Ukraine. They said Kyiv would fall in three days. How wrong they were. I see everyday how Ukraine’s Lionhearted defenders continue to inspire with innovation and bravery.  On June 11 this war will have lasted longer than the First World War.  The Russian army is the slowest moving attacking military in over 100 years. Due to their frontlines lack of progress the Russians brutally target civilian infrastructure.  Ukrainians fight back, now with up to 90% of drones being intercepted.  Kyiv stands, Ukraine stands.   Russia must be stopped and brought to account for this unprovoked illegal war

Watching the elders playing chess in this Kyiv park. Ukraine has resisted Russia’s reckless invasion with patience, strategy, and foresight — leveraging bravery, innovation and strong alliances towards a checkmate. Focused on defense and exploiting the attacker’s mistaken moves, focused on strategy and winning. Securing critical agreements this weekend with the Gulf states, strengthening global security against Russia and its allies.

"Even in the fifth year of Russia’s illegal full-scale war in Ukraine, American enterprise continues to bet on Ukraine’s future. We now look to Washington to follow the example set by the private sector — to believe in Ukraine as deeply as our businesses do," Andy Hunder, president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine, told the Kyiv Independent.

Delighted to host the delegation from @USTreasury visiting Kyiv together with Ambassador Julie Davis @USEmbassyKyiv at our office ahead of the US Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund Board meeting and first announcement of the Fund’s investment

AmCham Ukraine welcomed @USTreasury delegation and Ambassador Julie S. Davis, Chargé d’Affaires a.i. at the U.S. Embassy, at our offices in Kyiv, bringing American business voices straight into the conversation. chamber.ua/news/amcham-uk…

Ukraine’s banking sector is showing phenomenal resilience during the full scale war. The Russians tried to bring down the banking infrastructure even before it launched missiles on Kyiv. Ukraine’s currency - the Hryvnia came in to circulation in 1996. This week the National Bank is also marking 35 years since its launch. Happy Birthday @NBUkraine Always a pleasure working together with the team of professionals present and those that have led the bank over the past three decades

More great stuff from my old friend Andy Hunder! While still under regular attack by fascist Russia, democratic Ukraine’s Kyiv is very much alive and kicking, with new businesses and outlets opening all the time. This is Namelaka at 51 Velyka Vasylkivska Street, just across from the operetta.

Thousands out on the streets of Kyiv this morning in funeral procession celebrating the life and memory of Patriarch Filatet @SecRubio sent this message: “We mourn the loss of His Holiness, Patriarch Filaret, and extend our heartfelt condolences to the people of Ukraine and all the faithful of the Ukrainian Orthodox community. His steadfast life of service shaped Ukraine’s spiritual identity during pivotal moments in its history, and his legacy will endure in the strength of Ukraine’s religious and national life. May he rest in peace.”

A vibrant Kyiv after a long winter. Spring is in the air and there are queues in the neighborhood outside newly opened cafes and cake shops. People queuing to support recently launched establishments.  Kyiv stands, Ukraine stands, and people standing together with vibrant new business