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Yurii Doshchatov

Special Correspondent

A journalist with over 25 years of experience, specializing in economic issues, energy security, and international financial relations.

He has been working in journalism since 1997. Has worked for leading Ukrainian media outlets - television, news agencies such as UNIAN and Ukrainian News, and in outlets like Apostrophe and LB.ua. He has also collaborated with international news agencies. Possesses deep expertise in macroeconomics, energy, international trade, and financial policy.

Throughout his career, he was part of the government press pool for three prime ministers and regularly covered key developments in domestic politics and international economics. He consistently reported on the negotiations surrounding the EU Association and Free Trade Agreements, the CIS Free Trade Agreement, and all gas disputes between Ukraine and Russia since 2008.

A particular area of expertise is Ukraine's cooperation with international financial institutions, especially the International Monetary Fund. He is a regular participant in energy forums, including as a moderator of industry discussions.

Frequently appears as an expert and commentator on Ukraine's national TV channels and delivers lectures and workshops for young journalists.

Since August 2021, Yurii has been a special correspondent for RBC-Ukraine, producing analytical pieces, reports, and interviews, including video content. His key areas of focus include:

  • Ukraine's energy security and the oil and gas sector,
  • financial and economic agenda of the government,
  • international trade and sanctions policy,
  • cooperation with the IMF, EBRD, World Bank, and other financial institutions.

Author publications

July 28, 2025 - 18:37 Why Ukraine needs gas from Azerbaijan: New route has strategic importance
July 25, 2025 - 18:55 EU to cut next aid tranche for Ukraine: Reasons and new amount revealed
July 18, 2025 - 16:25 Price cap on Russian oil could shift: How system works
July 14, 2025 - 22:57 Ultimatum for Putin – discount for China: How Trump’s tariffs will hit Russia
July 05, 2025 - 08:50 IMF keeps funding Ukraine amid looming economic shock
June 24, 2025 - 13:18 Oil prices plunge after Iran ceasefire deal - how low could they go
June 23, 2025 - 19:35 Iran-Israel conflict could crash global economy - What it means for Ukraine
June 21, 2025 - 14:39 Sanctions, oil, shadow fleet. Can the EU crush Russia's economy?
June 19, 2025 - 09:50 Low gas, tight budget: How Ukraine's bracing for winter and who's stepping in to help
May 30, 2025 - 19:45 No gas, no funds: Experts say what can prevent winter blackouts in Ukraine
May 28, 2025 - 17:46 US gas already this summer? How much Ukraine could receive by year-end
May 22, 2025 - 17:38 Will Trump go soft on Russia? Sanctions at risk, Ukrainian expert says
May 22, 2025 - 16:35 Trump pushes back on hellish sanctions against Russia — here's why
May 14, 2025 - 18:40 New US sanctions could strip Russia of 40% of its military budget
May 14, 2025 - 18:30 China, Türkiye and India may drop Russian oil - Ukrainian expert
May 14, 2025 - 17:14 US and EU tighten sanctions: What Russia will face if Putin refuses truce
May 13, 2025 - 21:40 Minerals deal: Ukraine and US sign key agreements
May 09, 2025 - 12:04 Russia's economy burst at the seams amid sanctions and low oil prices
May 08, 2025 - 13:59 Not just military aid: How US will contribute to Ukraine reconstruction fund
May 01, 2025 - 22:37 Minerals deal investment fund may start operating within 4-6 weeks
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