On July 10, 2024, the first roundtable of the PROGRESS Local Partners Coordination Group was held at the National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine. Co-organized with the Institute for Economics and Forecasting of the NAS of Ukraine, the event gathered representatives of GIZ, OECD, Ukrainian ministries, research institutions, agribusiness and financial organizations. Discussions focused on strengthening the resilience of Ukraine’s agri-food sector to climate change, green financing, and EU best practices. PROGRESS, funded by the German Federal Ministry for the Environment (BMUV) and implemented by GIZ, OECD and national partners, supports Eastern Partnership countries in preparing for the European Green Deal. Scientists of the Institute contribute expertise on energy, agri-food, and financial policies, highlighting climate adaptation as a strategic priority for Ukraine alongside European integration.