Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
The Rada has passed a law that removes factoring from the Civil Code. This will simplify business access to financing against accounts receivable. This law was developed taking into account the Model Law on Factoring, prepared by the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT).
The government has approved a new formula for calculating salaries in construction, which will increase them to 30,000–60,000 hryvnias. Contractors are now required to provide proof of actual payments.
The EU plans to provide 8. 4 billion euros on the condition of abolishing the 5% tax for businesses. The reform would bring 40 billion UAH to the budget, but faces resistance in Kyiv.
The introduction of VAT on parcels is a condition for IMF funding worth 8. 1 billion dollars. The absence of this law will also block funds from the European Commission.
Zelenskyy has approved arms exports in cases of production surplus of up to 50%. Companies will receive automatic permits to sell surplus equipment and drones.
The Federation of Indian Airlines states there is a risk of flight cancellations due to high fuel costs. The government has introduced price caps and incentives for the industry.
Zelenskyy announced personnel decisions at the state-owned company "Forests of Ukraine". The reasons cited were issues with the protection of the Carpathians and the lack of regulation in the forestry sector.
Hetmantsev called for the development of the defense industry and arms exports through the Defence City special regime. Ukraine ranked seventh in the world in terms of military spending.
The High Anti-Corruption Court has set a deadline of May 24 for Yulia Tymoshenko to review the case regarding the bribery of MPs. The investigation in this proceeding has already been officially completed.
Draft Law No. 15150 was supported by 254 MPs. If passed in its entirety, Ukrainians will be able to inherit accounts and crypto-assets, claim compensation for war losses under specific rules, and courts will receive tools against cyber fraud and abuses involving artificial intelligence.
Ukraine will expand a digital platform to assist refugees returning home. The service will include data on housing, employment, and services within communities.
Ukrzaliznytsia will receive 54 million euros from the EBRD for station accessibility and energy. The funds will be allocated to the Kyiv and Lviv stations and for the company's own electricity generation.
Parliament passed Law No. 12141 to align with UNCITRAL standards. Ukrainian institutions will be able to adjudicate investment disputes involving foreign businesses.
Dmytro Lubinets explained the rules for tree removal and the procedure for obtaining a permit. Illegal logging carries the threat of a fine and full compensation for damages.
The Cabinet of Ministers introduced framework agreements for procurement and updated market pricing. Construction near airfields and appeal mechanisms have been regulated.
Zelenskyy has appointed the Ambassador to Belgium, Yaroslav Melnyk, as the representative to Luxembourg concurrently. Previously, the diplomat headed the Ukrainian mission in Italy.
The court has authorized an in absentia investigation into the former MP and beneficiary of 'Finance and Credit' Bank in a case involving the embezzlement of $113 million. Kostyantyn Zhevago is suspected of orchestrating a scheme to siphon funds from the bank.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee has established a group to adapt draft laws on civilian weapons to EU norms. Representatives of European institutions and law enforcement agencies will be involved in the work.
FPU and Sweden's Union to Union have extended their cooperation for three years. The project involves seven sectoral trade unions to protect workers' rights and ensure wage payments.
The Government is reforming the State Labor Service to reduce pressure on businesses and digitalize oversight. Savings for entrepreneurs will amount to 4.4 billion hryvnias per year.
Economists advise Ukrainians to save for retirement independently due to risks in the state system. Available options include deposits, real estate, and private pension funds.
The Rada Committee rejected the resolution to dismiss the Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko. The decision was supported by only one MP, while 16 voted against it.
Deputy heads for defense issues from among military personnel will appear in Regional and District State Administrations. They will be appointed upon the recommendation of the Ministry of Defense to coordinate national resistance.
Araghchi accused the US of disrupting negotiations due to excessive demands. Iran proposes opening the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for ending the naval blockade of ports.
The Cabinet of Ministers has simplified procurement and allowed customers to choose the authority for obtaining permits. The changes also regulate construction near airfields.
Since the beginning of the year, over 5. 7 million sq m of damage on highways have been eliminated in Ukraine – record in 6 years. Works are being carried out across the country, planned to be completed by June.
Russian forces attacked Dnipro with missiles and drones for over 20 hours, 6 people killed, 47 injured. Destruction of housing and infrastructure recorded, government to provide financial assistance.
The Cabinet of Ministers registered a bill on not including eSadok assistance in parents' taxable income. The payment is intended for childcare for children aged 3 and over.
Ukraine provides social protection for liquidators and those affected by the Chornobyl accident. However, the system needs updating.
Colonel Taras Maksimov checked the food delivery to the soldiers who were starving at their positions. The command of the brigade and corps was changed due to the concealment of problems.