It is with profound sorrow that we announce that on May 18, 2026, in his 65th year of life, STEPAN IVANOVYCH KUBIV — People's Deputy of Ukraine, prominent statesman, economic scientist, Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor, and Academician of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine — passed away.
The life of Stepan Ivanovych was an example of dedicated service to the welfare of Ukraine, its state-building, economic development, and society. For many years, he successfully combined political activity with scientific work, making a significant contribution to the development of the state's economic policy, the improvement of the financial system, and the advancement of agrarian and economic science.
Working as a People's Deputy of Ukraine and a statesman, Stepan Ivanovych consistently supported initiatives aimed at strengthening the country's economy, developing entrepreneurship, science, and education. His professionalism, responsible attitude toward his work, adherence to principles, and statesmanlike approach earned him the respect of his colleagues, scientists, and the public.
An important place in his activity was held by scientific and pedagogical work. As a Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor, and Academician of NAAS, he made a substantial contribution to the development of economic science, the study of financial and economic processes, and the problems of agrarian economics. His scientific developments and years of experience have gained recognition among specialists and the scientific community.
Fond memories of Stepan Ivanovych Kubiv will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew him as a wise, sincere, and caring person, and a devoted patriot of Ukraine.
We extend our sincere condolences to his family, relatives, friends, colleagues, and all who are experiencing this heavy loss.
May his memory be eternal.