International Monetary Fund
The Ministry of Finance signed a memorandum on payment deferral with creditor countries. Debt repayment will begin in equal installments in 2035-2039.
Kyiv has attracted 90% of funds through the ERA Loans mechanism from the income of Russian assets. The EU plans to provide another 90 billion euros in loan support in 2026-2027.
Yulia Svyrydenko discussed with the US Treasury Secretary the strengthening of sanctions and preventing their lifting. The parties also reviewed investment projects.
Yulia Svyrydenko discussed reforms and preparations for program review with Kristalina Georgieva. Ukraine has already received the first tranche of $1.5 billion.
Oleksiy Sobolev emphasized the importance of restricting arms supplies to Russia.
Yulia Svyrydenko announced the launch of the American-Ukrainian Reconstruction Fund. The government also allocated UAH 22 billion for the protection of energy facilities.
Valdis Dombrovskis urges the US, Japan, and Britain to accelerate funding due to payment delays. Currently, only 15 out of 45 billion euros have been secured.
The International Monetary Fund has downgraded its global growth forecast to 3. 1% for 2026. The energy crisis and rising oil prices threaten a global recession.
The President approved the extension of military tax payments after the lifting of martial law. This will allow attracting 140 billion hryvnias to the state budget annually.
NBU Governor Andriy Pyshny warned of rising prices due to higher oil and fertilizer costs. The National Bank will assess the conflict's impact on the economy next week.
Keir Starmer plans to increase investment in defense amid threats and opposition criticism. A new plan will be presented in May to strengthen the country's security.
IMF head Kristalina Georgieva warned of a slowdown in global growth due to the conflict. Even a peace agreement will not return the economy to the status quo.
Brussels will provide financial assistance through Kyiv's implementation of EU and IMF reforms. Hungary continues to block a 90 billion euro loan over the oil pipeline.
The Parliament adopted Law No. 12426 on state market surveillance according to EU standards. The new rules strengthen control over the quality of goods in online stores.
MPs supported the bill on data exchange between online services and the tax authorities. The new rules will not affect small sellers of goods up to 2000 euros per year.
The Parliament adopted a law on the preservation of military tax for individuals and sole proprietors after the war. The funds will be directed to a special fund for the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
NBU reserves decreased by 5% in March due to interventions and public debt payments. Receipts from the IMF and the World Bank only partially covered the expenses.
The faction and ministers discussed draft laws to fulfill obligations to donors. According to Arakhamia, there was an open discussion on issues that concern society and on which financial aid depends.
The faction meeting will consider important draft laws with the participation of government officials. The agenda for April 7 includes issues of cooperation with the IMF and the European Union.
The relevant committee supported bills on the abolition of the €150 parcel exemption and taxes for platforms. New rules will come into effect no earlier than 2027.
The Tax Committee supported a special fund for the army and new rules for digital platforms. Small sellers will receive benefits, and individual entrepreneurs will have simplified reporting.
The government and Parliament have agreed on the submission of urgent draft laws to fulfill the conditions of the Ukraine Facility. This is necessary for stable financing of Ukraine.
The government approved VAT on international parcels and a 5% tax for users of digital platforms. The military levy will be in effect for three years after the war.
The EU can deprive Hungary of its voting rights or switch to bilateral agreements to allocate funds. The IMF's decision remains a key factor for partners.
Kyiv will only have enough finances until June, according to estimates, due to Hungary's blocking of EU aid and delays from the IMF. The NBU may begin direct lending to the state budget.
The sale of one car per year is not taxed, but for the second and third, up to 18% will have to be paid. Income is determined by contract or market price.
The Cabinet of Ministers plans to introduce a 5% military levy and VAT for individual entrepreneurs by April due to the budget deficit. The Ministry of Finance warns of possible restrictions on non-military payments.
Due to the failure to meet 14 Ukraine Facility indicators, Ukraine did not receive 3. 9 billion euros. This poses a threat to the hryvnia exchange rate and the payment of social obligations.
Parliament began its work on time on March 25. The Speaker congratulated the SBU and honored the memory of those killed in missile attacks.
People's Deputy Honcharenko announced a possible lack of quorum due to provocations against the Servants of the People. About 60 deputies refuse to vote on IMF laws.