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WARSAW, Poland Poland and Ukraine said Tuesday they are working toward developing a regional gas hub that would end Central and Eastern Europe's dependence on Russian supplies and keep prices in line with European standards.

The region still relies to some extent on Russian natural gas and has been exposed to political pressure from Moscow, which has at times in the past limited supply volumes or hiked gas prices. Governments in the region have been reducing their imports of gas from Russia and seeking other sources. They have also been trying to become more energy-efficient, a task Ukraine still needs to fully undertake.

Poland is increasingly importing gas from other regions. Its new liquefied natural gas port has received deliveries by sea from Qatar and is expecting a delivery from the United States this week. Poland is also proceeding with a project to bring in North Sea gas.

Poland is sending some resources on to Ukraine, after the country cut imports from Russia in 2015. In response, Russia has threatened to end its gas transit through Ukraine, which would mean a significant loss of income for Kiev.

Government officials participating in a Poland-Ukraine Gas Conference on Tuesday said the planned hub should be in place by 2022 on the Polish-Ukrainian border.

"We now have enough infrastructure to move onwards with the hub," said Sergei Makogon, deputy head of Ukraine's oil and gas company, Ukrtransgaz.

A nation of 38 million, Poland uses 15.3 billion cubic meters of gas a year, of which 11.1 billion cubic meters are imported. Ukraine, with almost 43 million residents, uses 33.2 cubic meters of gas, with 11.1 billion cubic meters imported from its western partners.

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GENEVA, June 7. /TASS/. Swiss Federal Councilor Didier Burkhalter called on Kiev to take steps towards the decentralization of power in Ukraine, to up democratization efforts as well as to enhance the fighting against corruption, according to Wednesdays statement from the main diplomatic office of Switzerland.

The statement cited Burkhalter as saying, that although a host of important reformations had been already implemented, Ukraine still had to brace itself for stepping up efforts in the direction of democracy, power decentralization and eradication of existing corruption incidents.

Switzerlands diplomatic body state that during Burkhalters visit to Ukraine on June 6-7, the Swiss diplomat stressed particularly that contacts between the countrys mainland and self-proclaimed regions should be encouraged.

Burkhalter said that Switzerland was waiting for the developments in the political sphere of Ukraine and such progress should lead to peace in the region.

The Ukrainian city of Mariupol was the first venue for Burkhalters visit to Ukraine on Tuesday, and today he traveled to the countrys capital of Kiev, where he met for talks with his Ukrainian counterpart Pavel Klimkin.

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MOSCOW, June 7. /TASS/. Russian President Vladimir Putin will definitely come up with a reciprocal reaction in case Ukraine introduces visa regime for Russia citizens, presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Wednesday.

"We kept reiterating for quite a while that such decisions [of Ukraine to introduce visa regime for Russians] will be followed bya reaction based completely on reciprocity," Peskov told journalists.

"I can say that the reciprocal measure would undoubtedly follow," he said. "The nature and the scale of the reciprocal measure is another matter, which will be first of all determined by the Russian president."

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated on Tuesday that in case Ukraine introduced visa regime with Russia, Moscow would answer with mirror-reflection measures putting in force the visa regime for Ukrainian nationals as well.

The top Russian diplomat added that a large number of Ukrainian migrants, about 2-3 million, were currently staying in Russia.

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Malta registered their first victory in nearly four years after securing a 1-0 win over Ukraine.

Malta went ahead three minutes later. Alex Muscat sent a long ball towards Zach Muscat who guided home a close range header.

The Ukranians failed to respond and Malta created another good opportunity. Muscat sent another good cross in the direction of Alfred Effiong and the Balzan striker headed wide.

The Maltese side kept showing good play and had another opportunity on the 38th minute. Muscat who was being a constant threat down the right side delivered a low cross towards Effiong who finished slightly wide.

Ryan Fenech nearly gifted Ukraine the equaliser on the 42nd minute. The Balzan midfielder sent a careless back pass in the direction of Viktor Kovalenko. The Ukrainian forward went through, but Andrew Hogg rushed out of his position and blocked his effort.

Andriy Shevchenkos side had another attempt on goal in the additional time prior to half time. Following a free-kick, the ball went in the path of the unmarked Seleznev. However, the Ukranian player slotted the ball wide.

During the second half, Ukraine had more possession but were unable to come up with any real threat.

In fact, the first chance of the second half was created on the 71st minute. Yehven Konoplyanka saw his shot from a free-kick ending up off target.

On the 87th minute, Shepeliev Volodymyr of Ukraine received the ball inside the penalty area and hit a powerful drive that sailed wide.

Despite Ukraines efforts, Malta kept firm to take a 1-0 win which will sure boost the confidence ahead of Saturdays World Cup qualifying match against Slovenia.

Maltas last win dates back to the 19th of November 2013. On that day, Malta won 3-2 against the Foroe Islands.

Malta starting line-up: Andrew Hogg, Steve Borg, Andrei Agius, Ryan Fenech, Clayton Failla, Andre Schembri, Bjorn Kristensen, Alfred Effiong, Zach Muscat, Steve Pisani, Alex Muscat

Ukraine starting line-up: Andriy Pyatov, Oleksandr Kucher, Taras Stepanenko, Andriy Yarmalenko, Rusian Mainovskyi, Mykola Morozyuk, Yevhen Seleznev, Serhiy Sydorchuk, Yaroslav Rakytskyi, Viktor Kovalenko, Matvienko Mykola

Referee: Alexander Harkam (Austria)

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Earth Alive Opens Door to Eastern Europe With Registration in Ukraine

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwired - June 6, 2017) - Earth Alive Clean Technologies Inc. (CSE:EAC)(CSE:EAC.CN)(CNSX:EAC) ("Earth Alive" or the "Company"), a leading Canadian Clean-Tech company, developer and manufacturer of state-of-the-art microbial technology-based products for sustainable agriculture and mining, is pleased to report that it has gained registration in Ukraine for the sale of its organic and patent-pending biofertilizer, Soil Activator.

Agriculture is a significant sector of Ukraine's economy, representing 14% of total GDP in 2015.(1) Miguel Monroy, Director of Business Affairs for Earth Alive, said, "The registration process was challenging, but Ukraine is a strategic starting point for Earth Alive in Eastern Europe. It has enormous potential for agricultural growth, and actively seeks to expand its productivity in sustainable ways."

Ukraine has 32.5 million hectares in arable crops,(2) which benefit from the country's rich soil resources. The main crops are wheat, sunflower and corn, and a significant 800,000 hectares are dedicated to fruit and vegetable production. Earth Alive's Chief Agronomist, Simon Neufeld, stated, "Soil Activator has a proven track record of increasing production and economic returns in a broad range of field and horticultural crops, including corn. Ukraine is perfectly positioned to benefit from Soil Activator as the country seeks to expand its agricultural output while protecting its soil and water resources."

Initial commercialization and distribution in Ukraine is underway, and product has been shipped to the region. Farm applications have already begun for the current growing season, including on-farm commercial tests in corn by a very large Ukrainian agroindustrial company.

Michael K. Warren, Chief Executive Officer, concluded, "Registration in Ukraine gives Earth Alive new visibility in the European market, and begins the company's expansion in this dynamic region."

About Earth Alive Clean Technologies:

Earth Alive aims to be a key player in world markets of environmentally sustainable industrial solutions. The company works with the latest innovations in microbial technology to formulate and patent innovative products that can tackle the most difficult industrial challenges, once only reserved to environmentally harmful chemicals and additives. The Company is focused on environmental sustainability in the agriculture industry, and dust control for the mining industry.

For additional company information, please visit: http://www.earthalivect.com

The CSE has neither approved nor disapproved the contents of this press release. The CSE does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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(1) World Bank national accounts data, and OECD National Accounts data files. Online: http://data.worldbank.org/indicator/NV.AGR.TOTL.ZS?locations=UA

(2) FAOSTAT. Online: http://www.fao.org/faostat/en/#country/230

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