The draft law on amendments to the state budget for 2025 envisages an additional UAH 412 billion, mainly for the provision of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (almost UAH 311 billion). Funding is planned to be covered by increasing revenues and domestic borrowings without raising taxes.
Since the beginning of 2025, over 3,000 women have received free infertility treatment, almost twice as many as in the entirety of 2024. Over UAH 247 million has been allocated for these services, and an additional 19 medical institutions have joined the program, increasing the total number to 38.
From July, Ukraine is changing the voltage standard in the power grid to the European one, and salary indexation is returning. New rules for issuing IDP certificates and fines for tobacco traders are also being introduced.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved the Budget Declaration for 2026-2028, which defines the main parameters of budget policy and takes into account European integration aspirations. The document provides for two scenarios for the development of events from 2026, maintaining the priority of expenditures on security and defense.
The Ukrainian government has allocated UAH 6. 2 billion in subventions to the regions for the construction of shelters in schools. These funds will enable the implementation of 144 shelter projects in 100 communities across 22 oblasts, with all facilities planned for completion by the end of the year.
During May 2025, Ukraine's national debt increased by 1 billion US dollars, reaching 180. 97 billion dollars. External debt accounts for 74.31% of the total amount, internal debt – 25.69%.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved amendments to the state budget for 2025, increasing defense and security expenditures by UAH 412 billion. The draft law provides for an increase in budget revenues by UAH 147.5 billion and the attraction of UAH 250 billion in debt operations to finance these changes.
Ukraine needs $17. 3 billion for urgent reconstruction needs in 2025, including housing, energy, infrastructure, transport, and social protection. Of this amount, $7.4 billion is already covered by the state budget and partner assistance.
Minister of Finance Serhiy Marchenko expressed hope that the Verkhovna Rada will vote for changes to the state budget at the next session. The Cabinet of Ministers is preparing a comprehensive law on changes that will concern additional defense needs.
The State Tax Service has developed a draft amendment to Resolution No. 1165 for a fair indicator. Currently, the Ministry of Finance has already held a meeting of a working group with the participation of independent experts.
The Cabinet is preparing amendments to the state budget for UAH 400 billion for the needs of the military. Funding will be provided by exceeding revenues, domestic government bonds and grants from partners.
The State Tax Service of Ukraine presented the results of reforming the sphere of tax administration to the European Union. Ukraine is ready to work according to European rules.
Former official did not confirm the legality of 14 plots in Kyiv region, apartments, cars and bonds. During the search, weapons were found, he faces up to 10 years.
In May, Ukrainians increased investments in domestic government bonds by 10% - to UAH 286 billion. Most of the investments were made by individuals, which indicates confidence in state financial instruments.
The Minister of Finance announced the need for additional defense funding due to wartime. Increased spending will be covered by internal resources, taxes will not increase.
Prime Minister Shmyhal stated that the government may appeal to the Verkhovna Rada to increase expenditures for the Armed Forces of Ukraine in 2025, if there is a need. The Ministry of Finance is preparing for a budget review.
The NBU stated that there is no negative impact due to Ukraine's missed payment on GDP warrants. The process of negotiations on debt restructuring is ongoing.
NBU Governor Andriy Pyshny stated that the National Bank sees no reason to open an emission channel. He assured that there is an understanding of how to act effectively and safely for macrostability.
The Ministry of Finance is preparing changes to the state budget for 2025 due to a shortage of funds for the army. An alternative plan for 2026 is also being developed in the event of prolonged hostilities.
In May 2025, UAH 204. 8 billion was received into the general fund of the state budget, and another UAH 20.3 billion from the NBU. In total, UAH 274.1 billion was received into the budgets during the month.
People's Deputy Zheleznyak initiated the dismissal of Serhiy Marchenko from the post of Minister of Finance. The reasons given were sabotage of customs reform, disruption of the terms of submission of the Budget Declaration and approval of populist initiatives.
The World Bank mission has started working in Kyiv to prepare a new loan agreement to support development policy. Ukraine plans to receive a minimum of $1 billion by the end of 2025.
In January-April 2024, state budget expenditures for the security and defense sector amounted to UAH 765 billion, of which UAH 204. 9 billion in April. The funds were used to provide for the military and purchase equipment.
In April 2025, the average salary in government bodies amounted to UAH 57,200, with the highest earners being in the Accounting Chamber, NERC, and NACP. Executives receive an average of UAH 126,600.
The official dollar exchange rate is 41. 49 UAH, the euro is 46.92 UAH, the zloty is 11.05 UAH. In the first quarter of 2025, the "Google tax" brought more than 3.5 billion UAH.
Minister of Finance of Ukraine Serhiy Marchenko stated that the expenses for the Ukrainian army for the EU are a small percentage of GDP. He emphasized that this will help to strengthen Europe's defense faster.
In the context of war, aviation requires state support, modernization and import substitution to ensure defense capabilities. It is necessary to harmonize regulatory procedures and ensure effective coordination between the authorities and the industry.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the procedure for the use of body cameras by customs officers. Video recording will be continuous during customs control, and citizens will be informed about video recording.
The Prime Minister of Ukraine held a meeting on the mechanism for confiscating frozen Russian assets. Ukraine is strengthening its defense at the expense of profits from these assets.
In 2024, the income of 387 Ukrainian MPs doubled. The highest incomes were received by deputies from European Solidarity - UAH 5.6 million.
