Deep polarizations in Ukraine The political crisis in Ukraine has been lasting for more than 2 months with a lot of serious consequences. At least 90 people died and hundreds were wounded. Although Ukranian President Viktor Yanukovych was ousted and his allies in the Government were dismissed‚ protests still continue tensely and have no sign to end. There are many reasons explaining for the situation‚ and one of the most simple reasons is the polarization in the country. It is not only the contradiction
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Business Trip to Ukraine Welcome everyone to today’s presentation on the Ukraine. Now I know some of you have already been there and may feel that this presentation is a waste of your time but let me assure you that it is always good to refresh the memory. For those of you who have not made the long distance travel to the Ukraine I say get ready to learn and take notes on the most important five minutes of the day. Today you will be briefed on some of the most important areas of your trip such as
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Kiev is one of the biggest cities in Europe. It is a bustling capital of independent Ukraine‚ its administrative‚ economic‚ scientific‚ cultural and educational center. This scenic city with population of over 3 million people is located on the shores of the Dnepr River. Kiev is a city of invaluable historical and cultural monuments‚ a city of great events and outstanding people. Everyone will find there something especially interesting for himself. City’s location was preordained by
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------------------------------------------------- Ukraine In this report I will discuss and evaluate the economic system of Ukraine and attempt to address how Ukraine’s economic system affects its industries and people. Ukraine is located in eastern Europe‚ bordering the black sea between‚ Russia‚ Poland‚ Romania‚ and Moldava. Intro The economic system of Ukraine continues to change. In recent years‚ types and quantity of major goods and services have greatly increased. Ukraine‚ at a population of 46.6 million
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independent Ukraine since 1991‚ when the former constituent Republics of the Soviet Union became independent states. In 1992‚ the Crimean Parliament voted to hold a referendum to declare independence‚ while the Russian Parliament voted to void the cession of Crimea to Ukraine.[60][61] In 1994‚ Russian nationalist Yuri Meshkov won the 1994 Crimean presidential election and organized a referendum on Crimea’s status.[62][63] Later in that same year‚ Crimea’s legal status as part of Ukraine was recognized
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Ukraine is rich in natural resources: coal‚ iron ore‚ manganese‚ nickel and uranium‚ and others. The reserves of sulfur are the largest in the world‚ the reserves of mercury ore are the second largest. Also more than 5% of world reserves of iron ore are concentrated in Ukraine. There are oil and gas deposits but their reserves are not significant (the reserves of these fossil fuels were partly depleted during the Soviet period). Coal is the main fossil fuel of Ukraine. It is mined in the Donetsk
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Nationalism and Imperialism in Russia and Ukraine With months of violent outbreaks in the Ukraine cities‚ a fleeing president‚ Crimea wanting to join Russia and an approaching Russian military‚ Ukraine’s people are on edge. Earlier this month‚ British Foreign Secretary William Hague called the standoff in Ukraine the "biggest crisis in Europe of the 21st century." Today‚ Russia and Ukraine have many nationalist views and imperialistic ideas that are resulting in actions. In November
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Brewer 1 Mark Brewer Professor Allen English 111N 14 March‚ 2009 A Picnic in the Ukraine Ukrainian people know how to have a great time at a picnic. From the serene landscape that’s been untouched for thousands of years‚ to the natural foods unlike any found elsewhere in the world‚ a picnic in the Ukraine is something every person should experience. One will always remember a picnic shared with the Ukrainian people. First of all‚ the Ukrainian people know how to have a good time
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Ukraine crisis: Russia stands firm despite rebukes‚ threats of sanctions By Catherine E. Shoichet‚ Marie-Louise Gumuchian and Susanna Capelouto‚ CNN updated 6:46 PM EST‚ Mon March 3‚ 2014 CNN) -- Russia showed no signs of backing down Monday even as world leaders threatened sanctions and sternly rebuked the country for sending troops into Ukraine. At an emergency U.N. Security Council meeting to discuss the unfolding crisis‚ Ukraine’s envoy asked for help‚ saying that Russia had used planes
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C/E essay The Orange Revolution in Ukraine The Orange Revolution was the first revolution that ever happened in Ukraine‚ becoming an independent country. The Orange Revolution was a campaign of protests‚ meetings‚ pickets‚ strikes and other actions of civil disobedience; it was organized and led by Victor Yushchenko ’s supporters. Victor Yushchenko was a major candidate of the opposition during the presidential elections in November-December‚ 2004. On November 21‚ 2004 central Selective Commission
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