Verkhovna Rada
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted a law introducing the "Bolar rule", which will allow the production of generic drugs before the expiration of the patent of original drugs. This will increase competition and lower prices.
People's Deputy Yanchenko explained why the head of ARMA Duma is resisting the reform.
The Verkhovna Rada supported the appeal to award journalist Viktoriia Roshchyna the title of Hero of Ukraine (posthumously). The decision was supported by 247 deputies.
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted draft law No. 12385, which regulates the granting of the status of a child who has suffered as a result of hostilities or armed conflicts. The status is granted by the guardianship authority at the place of application.
Adopters cannot be persons with mental disorders, convicted of crimes against national security, domestic abusers, and citizens of the aggressor country. Law No. 10298 has been adopted.
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted a bill on the protection of the rights of deported, forcibly displaced children. The law introduces a legal definition of deported and displaced children.
Bill No. 13276 on the resumption of mandatory military training for medical and pharmaceutical students from 2026 has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada. This should solve the problem of the shortage of doctors in the Armed Forces.
Bitcoin is an indicator of the financial and political situation. A fintech expert explained why crypto has grown.
The adoption of draft law №12374-d on the reform of ARMA is necessary for European integration and receiving assistance from the EU. The head of ARMA Duma opposes it, but this is a systemic reform for transparency.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a draft law on the creation of the Unified State Register of acts of local self-government. The register will include information on all acts of local authorities.
The government has made changes regarding the burial of unidentified bodies at the National Military Memorial Cemetery. Expenses will be covered from local budgets, and the state institution of the cemetery will be in charge of the organization.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee approved amendments to the Budget Code for the implementation of the agreement on mineral resources between Ukraine and the USA. Ukraine's contribution is estimated at UAH 3 billion over 5 years.
The State Property Fund promised to review the draft withdrawal of land from the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences after criticism. It will hold a conciliation meeting and make changes to the project.
Expert Kozachenko warns that the alienation of NAAS lands may stop important research in selection. Ukraine needs to preserve the scientific base for food security.
Most Ukrainians support the legalization of cryptocurrencies, but do not expect rapid popularity. According to forecasts, digital assets will become popular in 10-15 years.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a bill that defines prisoners of war as a separate category of non-residents. Tax agents will reflect the income of prisoners of war in the tax calculation.
The State Land Bank underpays millions to the budget through opaque schemes of sub-leasing state land. MP Nina Yuzhanina emphasizes the need for an audit and expert assessment of decisions.
More than 160,000 war crimes of the Russian Federation have been documented in Ukraine. Most often these are shelling, torture, looting, murder and sexual violence.
Ukraine plans to oblige online platforms to fully identify sellers. This is necessary to avoid tax disputes and implement the EU directive.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced expectations regarding the completion of legal procedures for the ratification of the agreement between Ukraine and the United States on mineral resources. He emphasized that this will open a new page in relations between the countries.
Julia Davis announced that she expects a quick transition to the implementation of the agreement on the American-Ukrainian Investment Fund for Reconstruction. This happened after its approval by the Verkhovna Rada.
G7 ambassadors supported draft law No. 12374-d on ARMA reform, but its head, Olena Duma, called it unconstitutional. She is preparing an alternative draft law, despite the support of the current one by international partners.
The Verkhovna Rada ratified the agreement on mineral resources between Ukraine and the United States. The agreement envisages the creation of an investment fund where Ukraine retains control over resources.
The President of Ukraine submitted to the Verkhovna Rada a draft law on the military ombudsman, which should become an instrument for protecting the rights of servicemen. The draft law defines the procedure for submitting and considering complaints.
Seed imports to Ukraine in 2024 increased by 3. 2%, reaching $381.3 million. Experts warn of risks associated with prices and mismatched varieties.
The Budget Committee of the Verkhovna Rada recommended shortening the deadline for submitting alternative draft laws on the implementation of the agreement on critical minerals.
The agreement with the USA does not involve the transfer of mineral resources or licenses. Svyrydenko emphasized that control over mineral resources remains with Ukraine. In addition, the agreement opens the way for new military assistance.
The agreement paves the way for defense support, as the U. S. can contribute in the form of military aid. The key principle of the agreement is 50-50 governance, with decisions made by consensus.
Tomorrow, the Rada plans to ratify an agreement with the United States on the creation of an investment fund. The funds will be used for investments and the restoration of Ukraine, and the profits will be reinvested for 10 years.
An efficiency audit of the NABU revealed problems: lack of systematic monitoring, unclear strategy, and ineffective interaction. Recommendations for expanding powers raise doubts.