Denys Shmyhal

The Prime Minister of Ukraine met with a delegation of the House of Commons of Canada led by the Speaker. They discussed the situation in Ukraine, support for the country and the progress of reforms.

The government has set up a headquarters to monitor the regions' winterization. Shmyhal emphasized the importance of protecting energy facilities, stockpiling and developing decentralized generation.

Minister Sibiga discussed with Borrell the progress of the €35 billion loan to Ukraine from frozen russian assets.

EU envoys agree to provide Ukraine with €35 billion from frozen Russian assets. According to Prime Minister Shmyhal, the funds should be available by the end of 2024.

The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to sell the state-owned stake in the United Mining and Chemical Company. The winner of the auction offered about UAH 4 billion and pledged to invest at least UAH 400 million in the modernization of the company.

Since July 1, Ukraine has exported 11. 739 million tons of grain, up 58.2% year-on-year. The exports include 6.798 million tons of wheat, 1.551 million tons of barley and 3.120 million tons of corn.

The Cabinet of Ministers has announced a competition for three positions of independent members of the Supervisory Board of NPC Ukrenergo. The documents will be accepted until October 31, 2024, and the appointments should be made by December 9, 2024.

Naftogaz Group reported an increase in gas production by 0. 7 bcm compared to last year. The company exceeded its targets by 2% and plans to provide the population of Ukraine with its own resources.

The Prime Minister of Ukraine held an online meeting with the Managing Director of the World Bank. The parties discussed damage assessment, recovery priorities and reforms, in particular, housing market reform.

The Cabinet of Ministers plans to make changes to the reservation of employees from conscription. It is planned to cancel unjustified deferrals and suspend the powers of some bodies to identify critical enterprises.

The draft state budget for 2025 is currently being reviewed for amendments. It provides for UAH 2.2 trillion for defense, including UAH 1.2 trillion for military salaries and UAH 737 billion for weapons. The vote in the Rada is scheduled for the end of November.

President Zelenskyy held a meeting with the leadership to discuss the supply of weapons and equipment to the army. Priorities for the defense industry for the next year have been identified, including missiles, drones, and shells.

The Cabinet of Ministers included Ecocenter and SUNART in the Register of Industrial Parks. The new sites in Lviv and Mykolaiv regions will create 1,800 jobs, bringing the total number of registered parks to 95.

The Government of Ukraine has decided to reallocate funds from the EIB for the modernization of substations. EUR 86 million will be allocated for systems to protect energy facilities from Russian attacks.

In the first 9 months of 2023, Ukraine spent 58% of the general fund of the state budget on the army. Prime Minister Shmyhal calls it a challenge to find additional resources to cover military spending in 2025.

Ukraine's exports in January-September 2024 amounted to almost 100 million tons, up 36% year-on-year. In monetary terms, this amounts to $28.9 billion, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said.

During a meeting with Denys Shmyhal, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico expressed his full support for Ukraine's accession to the EU. At the same time, he confirmed that he would block Ukraine's membership in NATO as long as he was in power.

Following the intergovernmental consultations, Ukraine and Slovakia signed 4 documents. They relate to readmission, education, the agricultural sector, and a joint declaration on key vectors of cooperation.

Ukraine and Slovakia have agreed to create an energy hub to utilize gas storage facilities and develop the nuclear industry. The project includes the modernization of the Mukachevo - Veľké Kapušany interconnector by 2028.

Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal announced significant progress in the implementation of agreements with Slovakia. The Framework Program for Slovakia's Participation in Ukraine's Reconstruction has been approved, and eight bilateral documents are expected to be finalized.

Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with his Slovak counterpart Robert Fico. The parties discussed cooperation, energy, humanitarian issues, defense procurement, support for the Peace Formula and Ukraine's European integration.

Ukraine and Slovakia have launched the second intergovernmental consultations. They discuss practical steps to implement the Peace Formula, energy and infrastructure projects, and the signing of bilateral documents.

Prime Minister Shmyhal announced a meeting with the Slovak government. They will discuss infrastructure projects, energy security, support for the peace plan, and Ukraine's membership in the EU.

Denys Shmyhal and Robert Fico met near Uzhhorod on October 7. They will discuss cooperation in energy security and infrastructure projects.

The President of Ukraine heard a report on the Kursk operation, which has been going on for two months. Zelenskyy emphasized its strategic importance and contribution to the exchange fund for the release of Ukrainian prisoners.

The Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov received an award from the Prime Minister for the contribution of military intelligence in the fight against Russian invaders. Budanov emphasized the importance of the work of each intelligence officer in countering the aggressor.

The Cabinet of Ministers initiated Ukraine's accession to the OECD Digital and Regulatory Policy Committees. This will provide access to information and experience of successful countries in implementing effective solutions in these areas.

The IMF Board of Directors will finalize the fifth review of the EFF program for Ukraine by October 21. Ukraine will have access to USD 1.1 billion after the Executive Board's approval.

The President of Ukraine met with the USAID Administrator. They discussed projects to restore energy, strengthen infrastructure, implement reforms, and support business before the winter period.

USAID provides Ukraine with $825 million to support the energy system in the face of Russian winter attacks. The agency also launches a 5-year rehabilitation program for Ukrainians, Rehab for You, with a budget of $13 million.