Rishi Sunak joined Ukraine’s economic advisory council in 2026 to help rebuild its energy sector and boost stability.

Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has joined Ukraine’s International Advisory Council for Economic Renewal in an unpaid role, offering guidance on rebuilding the country’s economy, particularly its energy sector ahead of the next winter. The council, which includes global figures like World Bank President Ajay Banga and executives from firms such as BlackRock and Siemens, held its first meeting in late February 2026. Sunak emphasized Ukraine’s potential for economic growth and the importance of a strong Ukraine for European stability. The group focuses on energy resilience, investment, and defense sector development amid ongoing Russian attacks. Sunak’s role is part of a broader post-premiership career involving advisory positions with major corporations and institutions, with most of his non-parliamentary income donated to charity.