Verkhovna Rada
Government intervention in the relationship between pharmacies and manufacturers has led to a market freeze. Drug prices have risen, despite promises of reductions, and retailers are calling for transparent rules.
Artur Dobroserdov reported that the status of a missing person guarantees the continuation of the search by the state, even after a court decision to declare the person dead, until the moment of their finding.
Ukraine has the potential to increase UAV production by 40% this year, but needs additional funding. Zelenskyy called on partners to increase drone production.
The Senate of Canada condemned Russian attacks against Ukrainian children and interference in their lives. Ukraine expressed gratitude for the principled stance and support.
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia at 41. 51 UAH/USD, which is 4 kopecks stronger. The euro exchange rate is 47.45 UAH, and the zloty is 11.13 UAH.
The Asset Recovery and Management Agency needs a reboot due to inefficiency. An audit should be the first step towards ARMA reform, says political scientist Vitaliy Kulyk.
Ukraine plans to create a central executive body that will be a special coordinator for preventing and countering anti-Semitism. It will coordinate the activities of other bodies.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved an experimental project to strengthen Ukraine's air defense, involving volunteers and members of the territorial defense. They will be paid UAH 100,000/month in proportion to their participation.
The government is launching an experimental project "Online Entrepreneur's Cabinet" on "Diia. Business". MSMEs will be able to receive personalized support programs for business development.
The Cabinet approved a draft law on protection against infectious diseases, which defines the principles of vaccination. It also clearly defines the sources of funding for preventive vaccinations.
The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated UAH 3. 5 billion for eRestoration, UAH 1.1 billion for energy in Mykolaiv region and almost UAH 600 million for Kharkiv region. UAH 1.1 billion has also been allocated for accessibility.
This year, there are no plans to raise taxes because there is an overfulfillment of the revenue plan by UAH 41 billion. Assistance from partners will also be used, including UAH 82 billion from Britain for weapons.
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.
Draft law No. 13356 has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada, allowing the National Bank to include virtual assets in the gold and foreign exchange reserves of Ukraine. This will contribute to integration into global financial innovations.
People's Deputy Venislavskyi stated that there are currently no grounds to talk about demobilization due to the difficult situation at the front. The Verkhovna Rada is working on additional leave for the military.
The draft law on the reform of ARMA, which was supposed to put an end to "manual" property management, unexpectedly "stalled" in the Rada. This coincided with a high-profile scandal over corruption in the agency.
From June 10, farmers growing cotton in the Odesa, Mykolaiv, and Kherson regions can apply for UAH 10,000/ha. Applications will be accepted until July 10.
Bill No. 11469 on multiple citizenship is not yet ready for the second reading in the Verkhovna Rada. The document is being finalized and certain norms are being agreed upon, the consideration is expected on June 17-18.
The automated system for accounting for mobile devices has brought over 6 billion UAH to the state budget in 5 years. The Ukrainian State Centre of Radio Frequencies emphasizes the need to restore a full-fledged accounting mechanism.
Already this summer, Ukrainians will be able to use the first services of the new state bank "Ukrposhta", in particular, to pay with a card at any point in Ukraine where there is a connection. The full launch of the bank's infrastructure is planned within 6-8 months.
Marketing ban did not stop price increases, regulation of producers is needed, says MP.
Dmytro Lubinets shared footage of the prisoner exchange. Among those released are defenders of Mariupol, soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the National Guard, and border guards who had been in captivity since 2022.
Contracts for service in the Ukrainian Legion were signed in Lublin. Volunteers from different countries will undergo 45-day military training in Poland.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee recommended adopting amendments to the Criminal Code and the Criminal Procedure Code, which improve the rules for exempting military personnel who returned to service after unauthorized abandonment of a military unit during the war from liability.
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 Verkhovna Rada created an inter-factional association "Defense and Development". Mykola Zadorozhnyi, who was suspected of bribery last year, became the chairman.
In 2024, 71 cases related to electric scooters were recorded, which is 42% more than last year. The largest fine is UAH 34,000 for drunk driving, but there are still no separate rules.
According to MP Kostenko, Russia is preparing a retaliatory strike for the SBU's "Pautina" operation, possibly targeting decision-making centers. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the loss of 41 aircraft by the occupiers.
The shadow economy in Ukraine reaches 50% of the market, which leads to budget losses of 800-900 billion hryvnias. The most profitable sectors are tobacco, alcohol, gadgets, the agricultural sector and the gambling business.