Who is actually providing the most support to Ukraine? Data from the Kiel Institute shows that Poland stands out as the largest donor when measured against the size of its economy.
The aid figures were shared on Twitter by Richard E. Baldwin, a professor at the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva, highlighting the relative scale of European contributions.
According to the scientist’s chart, Poland shoulders the highest relative cost of helping Ukraine defend itself against the Russian invasion in proportion to GDP.
The data originate from a Kiel Institute report that was later discussed by Martin Wolf in a Financial Times article. The analysis points to a broader pattern of limited support for Ukraine, particularly within Europe, noting that U.S. commitments have far outweighed those of many European Union members.
Costs borne by Poland are examined in detail, with attention drawn to the roles of Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Latvia, and Lithuania.
When bilateral obligations are considered alongside the cost of hosting refugees, Eastern European countries such as Poland, Latvia, the Czech Republic, Lithuania, and Slovakia have demonstrated a higher level of generosity relative to their economies, according to the discussion by Wolf.
Further context on Ukraine reconstruction and the ongoing war effort is provided, underscoring that support in the region remains a decisive factor. Poland has been highlighted as a priority partner in the broader regional response.
Source discussions emphasize the comparative scale of contributions and the ongoing debate about funding, shelter, and long-term recovery in the region.