Andrey Kosynko

Andrey Kosynko

World Affairs, Politics and Sports Columnist
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International PoliticsShipping and LogisticsMaritime TopicsFootball

Graduated from the maritime academy and spent most of his life on voyages. He has seen ports all over the world, so he judges global events not from the TV: he knows what sanctions, wars, and fuel prices look like from the deck and from a port city.

He writes about international politics, economics and logistics, shipping, and maritime incidents. In his free time, he is an avid fan, so he regularly writes about football as well.

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Articles

Signing a labor contract: symbolizing the transition to the new Labor Code in Ukraine

The End of the KZOT Era: How the New Labor Code Will Change the Rules of the Game for Workers and Business in Ukraine

Economy 06/30/2026, 09:42
The Verkhovna Rada is preparing to consider a new Labor Code, which will replace the outdated Soviet KZOT. 📜 The document introduces mandatory written contracts, fights shadow employment through civil law contracts, and legalizes remote work. Entry into force is planned for 6 months after the cancellation of martial law. 🇺🇦🏗️
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a green T-shirt gestures with his finger pointing up while discussing the new law on the national pantheon and memory of heroes

Ukrainian National Pantheon: New Law on Memory and Eternal Glory of Heroes

Politics 06/29/2026, 15:50
🇺🇦 President Zelenskyy submitted a law to the Verkhovna Rada on the Ukrainian National Pantheon. The project provides for the creation of a memorial in Kyiv at the expense of the state budget with clear criteria for selecting heroes. In parallel, a program for the 1000th anniversary of the Lavra and the installation of Mazepa's bust were announced. 🏛️📜
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