Ukraine and the USA have created an investment fund that will attract Western investments. The agreement envisages an equal partnership and the absence of Ukraine's debt obligations.
According to Scott Bessent, the agreement with Ukraine signals to Russia the US commitment to the peace process. No state or individual who has financed the Russian war machine will be allowed to benefit from the reconstruction of Ukraine.
According to Yulia Svyrydenko, Ukraine and the USA are creating a Fund that will attract investments into the country. The agreement envisages equality, Ukrainian control over resources, and the absence of debt obligations.
The USA and Ukraine have concluded an agreement on natural resources, Bloomberg journalist reported in the social network X, citing his own source.
The government of Ukraine has approved a decision to sign an agreement with the United States on the establishment of an Investment Fund for Reconstruction. The fund will attract resources for the reconstruction and economic growth of Ukraine.
Trump said that he did not want a complicated deal with Ukraine due to a lack of money. According to him, the presence of the US in the development of minerals will keep "bad players" away.
Through Diia, Ukrainians purchased over 13 million military bonds, investing UAH 13. 5 billion in the state since October 2022. Those who bought Sudak bonds are already receiving payments.
The US Treasury Secretary has stated his readiness to sign a mineral agreement with Ukraine. According to Bessent, "last-minute" changes were made to the agreement.
In April 2025, the state budget received over UAH 83 billion in taxes, which is 14% more than planned. Overall, for January-April, the plan was exceeded by UAH 46.2 billion.
The US is ready to sign a mineral supply agreement with Ukraine on Wednesday, but the Ukrainian side is trying to revise some of the terms regarding transparency and accountability.
The general fund of the state budget received UAH 273. 5 billion in taxes, fees and payments in April. Another UAH 69.2 billion was received in the form of international aid.
Microsoft will defend the interests of cloud service consumers in the EU and resist government overreach. The company is ready to sue if ordered to suspend its cloud business.
The media notes that Ukraine tried to revise the terms of the agreement with the US at the last minute. Signing is possible if Ukraine returns to the original terms, but requires ratification by parliament.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced that consultations on the ratification of the agreement with the USA on subsoil will begin in the Verkhovna Rada. After ratification, the agreement will enter into force.
In 2024, more than 93 million people in the EU were at risk of poverty, with Bulgaria and Romania being the leaders. The lowest rates were recorded in the Czech Republic and Slovenia.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced the preparation for signing an agreement with the United States regarding minerals. The agreement will contribute to the development and restoration of Ukraine through investments.
Scientists are working on plant varieties that withstand climate challenges and yield crops. Preserving the "Melitopol collection" is a valuable genetic treasure.
Due to legislative restrictions related to neutrality, Swiss defense companies are massively moving production outside the country. Switzerland risks losing lucrative contracts.
The European Commission is investing 910 million euros in the European Defense Fund. For the first time, the Ukrainian defense industry will be able to join the fund's projects, strengthening cooperation.
The Prime Minister of Portugal announced the creation of an independent commission and a request for an EU audit to assess power grids after the power outage. This applies to Portugal and Spain.
Diia. City residents have declared over UAH 3 billion in income tax since the beginning of 2025. Last year, they paid UAH 16.8 billion in taxes to the budget.
The Prime Minister announced the restoration of 1. 5 GW of generation and plans to introduce about 1 GW in 2025. Also, 1.2 billion euros of donor funds were collected to support the energy sector.
Gas consumption in the EU has fallen by 20% since 2021, which has allowed to reduce gas imports, and the bloc will be able to meet demand without additional infrastructure or imports.
Ukraine and the USA may sign a mineral agreement today. Minister of Economy of Ukraine Yulia Sviridenko will be in Washington today.
Ukraine is ready to sign a natural resources agreement with the United States. The project envisages the creation of a joint fund to manage Ukrainian investment projects.
The Verkhovna Rada's Scientific Expert Department has criticized Hetmantsev's draft law regarding the activities of the Deposit Guarantee Fund. Experts point to violations of legislation, corruption risks, and restrictions on the rights of depositors.
The head of the tax committee stated that the company "Yabko" openly admitted to working "in the shadows" through sole proprietorships. According to him, this is a violation of the law and is subject to investigation by the BEB.
The State Land Bank, under the management of Yaroslav Yaroslavskyi, is inefficiently using state lands. The family of the bank's director and related parties are involved in land management schemes in Vinnytsia region.
In Ukraine, electricity consumption remains at the level of seasonal indicators. Energy companies call on people to use powerful appliances from 10:00 to 18:00 for the efficient operation of solar power plants.
The HACC sentenced 4 former officials of "Ukrzaliznytsia" for abuse of office and embezzlement of UAH 98. 2 million. They were found guilty of seizing funds through non-commodity transactions with fuel oil.