Denys Shmyhal

Russian strikes damaged energy facilities in many regions of Ukraine, which France condemned as potential war crimes, while praising Ukraine's resilience and reaffirming its support.

President Zelenskyy convened the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff to address serious challenges, including Russian terrorists' attacks on Ukraine's energy sector, the need to strengthen air defense capabilities, and intensifying efforts with partners to replenish weapons and ammunition stocks more quickly.

Ukraine and Poland are making progress in resolving the issue of agricultural imports and unblocking the border, with both sides working to find solutions that protect the interests of farmers and producers from both countries.

Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with President of Poland Andrzej Duda in Warsaw to discuss further support for Ukraine, including the provision of weapons, Ukraine's integration into NATO and the EU, and increased cooperation to defeat Russian aggression.

Ukraine is interested in building three new cross-border power lines to Poland to deepen the integration of the Ukrainian energy system with Europe and stabilize energy supplies after russian attacks.

The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine has signed a memorandum of cooperation with Palantir, a global leader in artificial intelligence technology, to transform education and provide access to safe daytime education for as many children as possible.

Ukraine has submitted proposals to Poland for the construction of the Krakowiec-Lviv-Brody-Rivne highway, and the project is already being discussed between the ministries and Polish businesses that are interested in it.

Ukraine and Poland agree on five steps to unblock the border, including restrictions on exports of Ukrainian agricultural products, an EU review of agricultural policy and transport, a ban on exports of Russian and Belarusian agricultural products to the EU, the creation of an anti-crisis headquarters, and permission to transit fuel across the border.

Ukraine and Poland are making progress in lifting the blockade on their border, but the unblocking plan is not being implemented as quickly as we would like, although there are positive trends that need to be maintained and developed.

Poland will work to convene the first intergovernmental conference between the EU and Ukraine no later than June 2024, which will mark the start of negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU.

Ukraine and Poland held governmental consultations in Warsaw to resolve issues such as the situation at the border and agricultural trade and to find mutually beneficial solutions through dialogue and compromise.

Ukraine's Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal is on a visit to Poland to meet with Prime Minister Donald Tusk to discuss weapons for Ukraine, the border situation, trade, infrastructure, and finding pragmatic solutions through constructive dialogue between the two governments.

Ukraine's Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal arrived in Warsaw for a joint meeting of the governments of Ukraine and Poland to discuss various issues, including arms, economy, agriculture, military support, Ukraine's accession to the EU, and resolving historical issues between the two countries.

Following the meeting, Shmyhal instructed to ensure uninterrupted supply of process water to Mykolaiv this year and to immediately start construction of a new water pipeline.

Ukrainian authorities are closely monitoring efforts to restore vital services in Kharkiv and other regions affected by Russian strikes, with the Prime Minister providing daily reports.

Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with President of the Estonian Parliament Lauri Hussar, thanking him for Estonia's comprehensive assistance and support for Ukraine, including defense aid, confiscation of russian assets, and support for the Ukrainian Peace Formula.

Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed with the European Parliament delegation financial and defense assistance to Ukraine, European integration, and the confiscation of Russian assets, emphasizing the importance of EU support.

Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed with British Foreign Secretary David Cameron the intensification of Russian attacks on Ukraine, the assistance Kyiv needs, and the confiscation of frozen Russian assets.

Ukraine needs more air defense systems so that children do not have to run for cover from Russian missile attacks.

By mid-summer, Ukraine will have a clear understanding of how Russia's foreign exchange reserves will be transferred to Ukraine and used.

Ukraine expects to start accession talks with the EU in June 2023 on the basis of a gentlemen's agreement with most EU countries.

Ukraine expects to start actual accession negotiations with the EU in the first half of 2024, with negotiations taking place simultaneously with sectoral integration and the expansion of the economic visa-free regime with the EU.

Despite the Russian attacks on energy facilities, there is no capacity shortage in Ukraine's power grid, and power supply will be restored to all households within 24 hours.

Russian missile strikes have damaged Ukrainian energy facilities, leading to power outages in some regions, but the situation is generally under control and work is underway to restore power.

The IMF Board of Directors approved the third review of the $15. 6 billion Extended Fund Facility for Ukraine, which will allow Ukraine to receive the next tranche of about $880 million to cover important budget expenditures and maintain macrofinancial stability.

Slovak Vice Prime Minister Peter Kmec arrived in Zakarpattia region for a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian Vice Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko to discuss prospects for cooperation, strategic cross-border projects, and preparations for the Ukrainian-Slovak government commission.

Despite a difficult start due to russian missile attacks that damaged 40% of its equipment, Centrenergo managed to increase its capacity sixfold, adjust its operations, adjust its repair programs and ensure a stable heating season with light and heat without outages and interruptions in electricity supply.

Ukraine's arms industry is rapidly producing ammunition, military equipment, missiles, and other goods needed for warfare, and production is expected to increase sixfold in 2023.

Ukraine has received $1. 5 billion in financial aid from Canada to finance its budget deficit and social assistance programs in the face of the ongoing Russian invasion.

Ukraine proposes to impose additional special taxation on Russian oil, gas, diamonds, and other raw materials exports after the victory to cover the damage caused by Russian aggression, and insists on confiscating about $300 billion of Russia's frozen sovereign assets to rebuild Ukraine.