Two years ago, despite Russia’s full-scale aggression, Ukraine launched the Ukrainian Corridor. This temporary maritime route has allowed the country to continue playing a key role in ensuring global food security.
Initially, after the full-scale invasion, Ukraine created a "grain corridor" with support from the UN and Turkey. However, Russia unilaterally withdrew from the previous agreement, began blocking ships, and shelling seaports. Two years ago, an alternative route—the Ukrainian Corridor—was opened. Its operation has been made possible through the joint efforts of Ukraine’s Security and Defense Forces, including military intelligence and defenders of Snake Island.
During the operation of the Ukrainian Corridor, over 137 million tons of cargo have been transported on more than 5,300 vessels. Of this, over 84 million tons were products grown by Ukrainian farmers.
Ukraine is one of the world’s key grain suppliers. Through the maritime corridor, Ukrainian goods reach markets in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East—a total of 54 countries. This helps stabilize global food prices and prevent famine in countries highly dependent on grain imports.
Cargo shipments continue despite constant Russian attacks on critical infrastructure. Over the last two years, these attacks damaged or partially destroyed 442 port facilities and 38 civilian vessels, and 118 civilians were killed or injured. Despite all challenges, Ukraine remains a reliable guarantor of global food stability.
