Despite the challenges of today, the State Tax University traditionally held the 15th International Scientific and Practical Conference on the topical issues of fiscal policy transformation in the conditions European integration processes.

The main goal of the event was to ensure effective communication between practitioners and academics in the field of public finance, taxation, and customs affairs, as well as to consolidate priorities for the socio-economic development of Ukrainian society in the conditions of European integration during martial law.

The conference was conducted in a hybrid format, combining in-person attendance at the University’s Conference Complex with remote participation via the Zoom platform. The event was moderated by Professor Kostiantyn Shvabii from the Department of Tax Administration.

Among the international partners of the conference were the Institute of Educational and Professional Development (Hungary), the Institute for International Taxation e.V. (Germany), WSHIU Academy of Applied Sciences (Poland), Prof. Dr. Assen Zlatarov University (Bulgaria), Mykolas Romeris University (Lithuania), Moldova State University (Moldova), and WSG University (Poland).

The conference opened with a welcome address by Acting Rector of the State Tax University, Dmytro Serebrianskyi, who emphasized the relevance of the scientific event’s theme and its significant impact on the country’s development.

"Researchers from the university have been developing actively new ideas and solutions related to the formulation and implementation of fiscal policy. Some of them already hold state positions and influence this policy at a strategic level. Today, we have the opportunity to hear the experiences of representatives from various institutions who are at the forefront of decision-making regarding fiscal policy implementation in Ukraine," said Dmytro Mykolaiovych. He added, "Our discussion focuses on the question: what should fiscal policy look like in the circumstances of modern challenges? Even in these difficult times, the country has managed to maintain stability. Our economy and fiscal system have shown resilience when the critical issue was not so much the cost of resources as their availability. However, the need for reforms to ensure the state meets its obligations to citizens remains urgent, particularly in supporting our armed forces." He concluded by wishing all participants a constructive and fruitful discussion.

Other welcoming addresses came from:

• Danylo Hetmantsev, Chair of the Committee on Finance, Tax, and Customs Policy of Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine;
• Oleksandr Kava, Deputy Minister of Finance of Ukraine;
• Olena Mykhailova, Director of the Department for International Financial Projects at the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine;
• Marek Khamot, Rector of WSG University, Professor of WSG.

Then, the conference proceeded within thematic sessions where international and Ukrainian representatives of legislative and executive authorities, business, experts, scientists, and young researchers presented their academic contributions.

During the panel discussions, participants explored a range of current issues reflecting modern challenges and perspectives in taxation, including:

• Current challenges and development trends in accounting and taxation in the context of European integration processes.
• E-transformation of the state's financial policy.
• Economic security during full-scale war: navigating through high uncertainty.
• Legal regulation of the state's fiscal policy in the context of European integration.
• Priority areas for ensuring customs security and simplifying international trade procedures.
• Socio-humanitarian determinants of modern fiscal policy on the path to European integration.

The high-level discussions were inaugurated by Deputy Head of the State Customs Service of Ukraine, Vladyslav Suvorov, who delivered a report on "The Transformation of Ukraine’s Customs Service on the Path to the EU."

In addition, the event addressed key issues such as defining legislative paradigms for assessing credit risks for international partners, state guarantees, optimizing the use of credit funds, and mechanisms to ensure state guarantees concerning credit risks. Participants underscored the necessity of harmonizing commitments in monetary policy and developing tools to achieve transparency in these processes.

Topics also included the digitalization of the financial sector, regulation of the virtual assets market, particularly crypto wallets, which are estimated to currently hold approximately $850 million untaxed.

These topics fostered lively discussions and exchanges of ideas among participants, affirming the need for a modern approach to financial and tax reforms in Ukraine.

The conference became another important step in integrating academic theory with practice to develop solutions that form the foundation for transparency, sustainability, and optimization of the state financial market.

In closing, the organizers expressed gratitude to the participants for their interest in the academic event, engaging topics, and dynamic discussions.

Special thanks were extended to the Armed Forces of Ukraine for enabling such work, scientific communication events, and making this conference possible.