The anticipation of Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction has led to an avalanche of academic and policy analyses on how to rebuild the country. To help the profession navigate this rapidly expanding literature, this paper provides a synthesis and critical overview of the proposals. After describing historical context, damages inflicted by Russian aggression, and funds required for Ukraine’s recovery, the paper summarizes principles, phases and policies needed to deeply modernize the country. The reconstruction of Ukraine should provide a template for other recovery programs.