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The government has launched a project for simplified procurement and testing of technologies in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. A new intellectual property protection policy in the defense industry has also been approved.
The negative balance of trade in goods reached $13. 3 billion with a trade turnover of $33.5 billion. The most imports came from China, and exports went to Poland.
The head of the enterprise is accused of evading 24 million UAH in VAT payments during fuel supplies. The indictment under Part 3 of Article 212 of the Criminal Code has been sent to court.
Due to large-scale floods and a dam breach in Dagestan, seven people died. Thousands of victims are fleeing to central Russia due to the inaction of the authorities.
The Russian budget deficit for the first quarter of 2026 reached 4. 576 trillion rubles. Oil and gas revenues fell by 45%, and war expenditures increased by 17%.
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.
The Japanese government has increased funding for the startup Rapidus to produce 2-nanometer chips. Total investments in the project will reach $16.3 billion.
The head of the department, Tetiana Berezhna, presented the program to strengthen Ukrainian cultural products. Applications are accepted until May 28, and the selection will take place in three stages until August.
The Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation is canceling subsidies and reducing expenditures on modernizing the industry. Funding for technical support will be cut by 28% by 2027.
The government has prepared draft laws to change the methodology for calculating the subsistence minimum. Payments will be tied to a new special calculated value.
The US and the EU plan to set minimum prices for critical minerals. The agreement aims to create supply chains independent of Chinese exports.
Ukraine plans to complete the restoration of the damaged oil pipeline by the end of spring. Hungary is blocking an EU loan to Kyiv due to delays in oil supplies.
The Ministry of Defense is preparing a reform of the contract service for military personnel this year. The amount of payments will depend on the specific position and duties.
The discipline "Fundamentals of National Resistance" is being introduced in universities and colleges for all students. The training includes working with weapons and medicine.
The National Bank of Ukraine lowered the hryvnia exchange rate to 43. 46 per dollar and 50.79 per euro. In banks and exchange offices, the value of the currency also showed an increase.
In Caracas, police blocked a workers' march to the presidential palace. Protesters are demanding a review of payments that have not changed since 2022.
The President is confident in receiving aid despite Hungary's blocking. Part of the funds will be directed to record domestic defense production.
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.
Due to the energy crisis and rising Urals oil prices, Russia's tax revenues in April will reach 700 billion rubles. This is twice the figure for March.
Poroshenko declared almost 53 million in payments from Orban's pro-Russian government and transferred another 15 million to Hungary.
Due to the war and energy crisis, Ukraine's GDP growth rate will fall to 1. 2%. Acceleration to 4% is possible only in 2027, provided the hostilities end as anticipated.
Communities will receive UAH 46. 5 million for the renovation of 19 food preparation units with high readiness. Starting in September, all students in the country are planned to be provided with hot meals.
The government approved funding for the second phase of the online monitoring system. Digital projects will undergo transparent selection and ranking through the DREAM system.
The White House spokeswoman confirmed Trump's plans to raise the issue of withdrawal from the Alliance. The reason is dissatisfaction with allies' spending and support against Iran.
Rising prices and demand due to the conflict in the Middle East have record-high increased Russia's profits. Ukrainian drone strikes on ports are hindering budget replenishment.
Attempts by the BEB (Bureau of Economic Security) to tax airlines for aircraft leasing abroad threaten Ukraine's international reputation and jeopardize the aviation industry in Ukraine. Experts emphasize the violation of conventions on avoiding double taxation and the risks posed by the incorrect interpretation of international law.
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.
Kazakhstan transferred contracts for the construction of thermal power plants to a Singaporean consortium due to lack of funding from Russia. The facilities will be built by the end of 2029.
The Kyiv Oblast Prosecutor's Office recovered UAH 537 million in damages in 2025. Law enforcement also seized assets worth over UAH 756 million.