Denys Shmyhal

Ukraine has the largest uranium and lithium reserves in Europe and is among the top 10 in titanium ore. Shmyhal said he was ready to cooperate with the EU in the extraction and processing of these resources.

Herman Galushchenko called on the IAEA to intensify international measures to stop Russian attacks on nuclear facilities. The Ministry of Energy reported details of the nighttime enemy attack on the arch of the shelter of Chornobyl NPP Unit 4.

A Russian drone attacked the protective shelter of Chornobyl Unit 4, causing significant damage. Prime Minister Shmyhal calls for tough retaliatory sanctions against Russia's nuclear industry.

The Cabinet of Ministers approves a draft agreement with Japan on a ¥8. 8 billion grant to rebuild Ukraine's infrastructure.

Ukraine is implementing joint customs control with the EU and modernizing its border infrastructure. By 2030, it is planned to upgrade 29 and build 17 new checkpoints.

The prime ministers of Ukraine and Poland discussed defense cooperation and the development of border infrastructure. Poland provided Ukraine with the 46th military aid package and will support European integration during its EU presidency.

Ukraine and the EIB have signed agreements for more than €100 million to restore energy and critical infrastructure. The EIB's total project portfolio in Ukraine amounts to €4.95 billion in 25 projects.

Under the Restoration program, the government has agreed to pay UAH 9 billion to citizens for damaged property. An additional UAH 15 billion has been allocated to compensate IDPs for destroyed housing, which will help 10,000 families.

The Prime Minister of Ukraine held a meeting on mechanisms for confiscating frozen Russian assets. Ukraine will receive $50 billion as part of the G7 initiative, with the first tranches already received.

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the procedure for granting a subvention of UAH 1 billion to Kharkiv for emergency repair work in the housing and utilities sector. The funds are to be used by the end of the year for water and heat supply and sewage.

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the procedure for using UAH 8 billion for the construction of water mains in Mykolaiv region. The project involves the construction of three water intake sites from the Southern Bug River to supply Mykolaiv with water.

The government will increase funding for local budgets by 15% to UAH 328 billion in 2024. The funds will be used for educational subventions, support for the de-occupied territories, and development programs.

At the meeting of the National Security and Defense Council, programs to support the population and businesses were considered, and new sanctions packages were approved. Zelenskyy announced the indexation of pensions from March 1 and the fight against shadow schemes.

UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy arrived in Kyiv with a £55 million aid package. The funds will be directed towards energy projects, business support, and social services.

The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated UAH 15 billion to compensate internally displaced persons for damaged housing. More than 10,000 families will be able to get a new home under the eRestoration program, and the first UAH 4.3 billion has already been allocated.

12 million people have already received funds under the Winter eSupport program, and most of them spend them on utility bills. In addition, 3 million families receive subsidies, and 250 thousand households near the frontline receive funds for fuel.

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a two-year pilot project of cooperation between communities. The concept of an “outpost community” is introduced for territories within a 100-kilometer zone from the contact line and the borders with Russia and Belarus.

The Cabinet of Ministers approves a bill to ratify an agreement with the UK to support Ukraine's defense capabilities. The agreement provides up to 2 billion pounds for the purchase of air defense systems and the establishment of repair bases.

The leadership of the IMF mission to Ukraine has stated that MPs should not be involved in the distribution of investment projects because of the risk of politicizing the process. Ministries will independently determine the objects of financing within investment projects.

Ukraine's Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has announced the expected approval of the 12th aid package from Croatia. The decision is to be made tomorrow during a meeting with Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic.

The Prime Minister of Ukraine will hold talks with the Croatian leadership on energy security and demining. Meetings are scheduled with Plenkovic, Jandrokovic and business representatives.

The government transfers shares in PIN Bank confiscated from Russian oligarchs to Ukrposhta to create a postal bank. This will save up to UAH 5 billion and improve access to banking services across the country.

The Cabinet of Ministers decided to receive EUR 300 million from the European Investment Bank. 200 million will be spent on hydroelectric power plants, and 100 million will be used to modernize heating systems in communities.

In 2025, Ukraine will receive more than $65 billion in international assistance from its partners. The funding will come from the EU, the IMF and the G7 countries' ERA initiative from frozen assets of the Russian Federation.

Persons liable for military service in Ukraine will be able to apply for a referral to a military medical commission online through the Reserve+ app. The new option is available for volunteers and those who have received a call-up.

The NACP and the Ministry of Health are working on preparing a declaration campaign for members of the new expert teams that replaced the MSEC on January 1. As of January 24, 12 full verifications of the declarations of the MSEC employees have been launched, of which 4 have already been completed.

The NACP has developed a draft law on criminal liability of members of expert teams for illicit enrichment. The document envisages the possibility of confiscation of unjustified assets and is awaiting consideration by the Verkhovna Rada.

The government will not raise heat and electricity tariffs in the 2024-2025 heating season. UAH 42.3 billion has been allocated for the subsidies and benefits program.

Ukraine's energy system remains intact and stable despite Russia's attacks. In 2025, it is planned to commission 900 MW of new capacities and allocate UAH 42.3 billion for subsidies.

Denys Shmyhal held a meeting on expanding support programs for families with children. The ministries will develop a comprehensive strategy that will cover all stages of parenthood - from pregnancy to schooling.