Ukraine – Opportunities & Market Access 2018
Ukraine is a priority emerging market under the Government of Canada – Global Markets Action Plan. Please follow this link to learn more about exporting from Canada to Ukraine or importing from Ukraine to Canada. http://international.gc.ca/global-markets-marches-mondiaux/markets-marches/map_ukraine-pam_ukraine.aspx?lang=eng
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