December 4, 02:10 PM • 28530 viewsThe EU-Ukraine Association Council emphasized strengthening "solidarity roads" for import/export of Ukrainian goods and improving communication between Ukraine and the EU.
Ukraine aims to start EU accession talks by the end of June, first by agreeing to open three chapters related to agriculture, according to Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal.
Ukraine expects to receive the first batch of shells under the Czech initiative to supply one million shells in April, which will provide critical ammunition to the battlefield.
During a meeting with the President of the European Council, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal emphasized the importance of adopting the draft negotiation framework for Ukraine's accession to the EU as soon as possible.
EU ambassadors failed to approve the extension of trade liberalization measures for Ukraine on the eve of the summit of the bloc's leaders, due to concerns of some countries about the impact on their agricultural markets, and will discuss the issue at their next meeting next week.
Ukraine expects increased sanctions pressure on Russia and quick decisions on the confiscation of Russian assets, as well as continued military support from the EU.
For more than two years of full-scale war with Russia, Ukraine has received 88 billion euros in aid from the EU and its member states.
Ukraine is actively working to unblock the blockade of the Ukrainian-Polish border by Polish farmers, and the government is confident that good results will soon be achieved.
Ukraine expects rapid progress in defense relations with the EU, including long-term military assistance and the potential use of frozen russian assets to arm Ukraine in its fight against russian invasion.
Ukraine has submitted to the European Commission a government-approved plan for a 4-year, €50 billion EU support program, awaiting approval and full launch, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said during his visit to Brussels.
Ukraine received €4. 5 billion in transitional funding from the EU's Ukraine Fund, which strengthened its economic and financial stability.
The European Commission has allocated 4. 5 billion euros from a 50-billion-euro fund for Ukraine.
During her visit to Ukraine, U. S. Senator Lindsey Graham met with Ukrainian parliamentarians to discuss Ukraine's efforts toward European integration.
President Zelenskyy held the meeting to discuss reports from the front, ammunition supplies, defense contracts, protection of critical infrastructure, and efforts to build defense borders.
Russia's war in Ukraine is approaching a "point of no return" with consequences for European countries, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal believes.
Ukraine seeks to establish itself as a future EU member in the areas of defense, energy, agriculture, raw materials, and digital technologies.
The Ukrainian government has allocated an additional UAH 5 billion for the purchase of drones to strengthen the country's defense capabilities against Russian aggression.
The Government has approved the Plan for the Ukraine Facility, a 4-year, €50 billion EU assistance program aimed at implementing structural reforms based on European approaches and bringing Ukraine closer to EU membership, with the potential to receive about €16 billion this year.
Ukraine will bring far more benefits to the EU than the costs of its accession process, making it a worthwhile investment for the bloc.
Ukraine expects to start accession negotiations with the EU in the first half of 2024 after the European Council approves the negotiation framework.
According to the Economy Ministry, Ukraine's GDP grew by 3. 6% in January-February compared to the same period last year.
Next week, Ukraine expects to receive the first tranches from the IMF and the EU to cover the state budget deficit and support the security forces, social payments and pensions.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved the location of the National Military Memorial Cemetery on two plots in the Gatnenska rural territorial community of Fastiv district, Kyiv region.
The Government allocates UAH 200 million for the purchase of medicines and medical devices to provide quality medical care and rehabilitation for military personnel at Feofaniya Hospital.
The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada admits the possibility of changing the system of mobilization reserves to make it depend on the level of a person's income, but is skeptical of this idea from a historical perspective.
The Prime Minister of Ukraine discussed with the EBRD grant support for SMEs, demining and green energy, development of processing and defense industry, and the EBRD assured of continued support.
The government is preparing an update of the regional development strategy to ensure effective support for the territories, increase the capacity of communities, and continue the decentralization reform.
President Zelenskyy announced plans to increase the number of Ukrainian border guards to strengthen protection against Russian aggression and ensure long-term border security after the war.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved the procedure and methodology for evaluating projects with significant investments, clarified the evaluation process, necessary documents and the procedure for negotiating special investment agreements to attract private investment for economic recovery.
According to European Commission Vice President Valdis Dombrovskis, the European Commission is expected to soon propose how to use the proceeds of frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine. The proposals are likely to appear before the March EU summit, according to a senior EU official.
