EU Nears Proposal on Post-2025 Trade Terms with Ukraine

The European Commission is finalising a proposal on future trade relations with Ukraine, ahead of the expiration of the current autonomous trade measures—also known as the “trade visa-free regime”—on 5 June 2025, The Gaze reports referencing European Pravda.

The regime, introduced after the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, allows Ukraine to export goods to the European Union without import duties or quotas, with limited exceptions.

At a briefing in Brussels on 15 April, European Commission spokesperson Olof Gill confirmed ongoing work on the proposal.

“The Commission is committed to holding consultations with Ukraine in accordance with Article 29 of the Association Agreement, and our goal is to resolve the issue of mutual tariff liberalization. We are finalizing this proposal and will present it to Ukraine as soon as possible,” Gill said.

He added that the objective is to ensure continuity and stability for economic stakeholders on both sides:

“The aim of this process is to ensure economic stability and predictability for businesses and farmers in both Ukraine and the EU, facilitating a smooth transition after the expiry of the autonomous trade measures.”

As previously reported by The Gaze, the transport visa-free regime between Ukraine and the European Union has been extended until the end of 2025.

Additionally, Ukraine recently signed an updated Free Trade Agreement with members of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA)—Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein.