Some facts & figures about the country : - Ukraine has the fifth-largest population in Europe . - It is the link between Russia and Europe : thanks to its geographical position, the Ukraine has great commercial potential. - Franchising is the method currently being used the most in the Ukraine to start up a business. - Nowadays, there are already more than 300 franchise chains and around 20,000 franchise-run shops (source: Ukrainian Franchise Association) - A large number of sectors are enjoying positive growth .
As far as regulations and laws are concerned, the country has yet to adopt a specific law covering franchising. However, the state and the Ukrainian Franchise Association are working on putting together a list of possible measures to secure this development. The franchise boom in the Ukraine is awakening the interest of investors and foreign franchise systems especially those from Russia and Europe.