Denys Shmyhal

Minister of Defense of Ukraine.

Denys Anatoliyovych Shmyhal was born on October 13, 1975, in Lviv. He received his education at Lviv Polytechnic National University, where in 2003 he also earned a Ph.D. in Economics. Throughout his career, he held leadership positions at enterprises in Lviv and worked in the Lviv Regional State Administration. He served as the Minister of Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine. In 2020, he became the Prime Minister of Ukraine. Since July 2025, he has been the Minister of Defense.

2003

Earned a Ph.D. in Economics

2009

Began working at the Lviv Regional State Administration

2014

Appointed Deputy Head of the Main Directorate of MinDokhody (currently the State Tax Service) in Lviv Oblast

2015

Became CEO of "Lvivkholod" company

2020

Headed the Government of Ukraine

2025

Appointed Minister of Defense of Ukraine

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Business and market in Ukraine are ready to produce more than a million drones - Shmyhal

Ukrainian business is ready to produce more than 1 million drones, with more than $40 billion allocated for production this year.

War in Ukraine • March 4, 01:40 PM • 25385 views

Ukraine is negotiating confiscation of $300 billion of Russian assets - Shmyhal

Ukraine is negotiating the confiscation of $300 billion in Russian assets to finance the country's recovery.

War in Ukraine • March 4, 01:30 PM • 23959 views

Government is working to make booking parameters fair - Shmyhal

The Cabinet of Ministers is working to improve the reservation system to make it fairer.

War in Ukraine • March 4, 01:12 PM • 21930 views

The Cabinet expects GDP growth of 5% this year - Prime Minister Shmyhal

Prime Minister Shmyhal emphasized that the government expects Ukraine's GDP to grow by 5% in 2024, despite the loss of 30% of its territory and a significant economic downturn due to the war.

Economy • March 4, 12:47 PM • 20048 views

Ukraine expects to receive €4.5 billion from the EU and $900 million from the IMF in March - Prime Minister Shmyhal

In March, Ukraine expects to receive €4. 5 billion from the EU and $900 million from the IMF.

Economy • March 4, 12:43 PM • 17893 views

Shmyhal: Ukrainian plan to de-block the border is already being worked out by the Polish side

Poland is working on a 5-step plan for Ukraine to resolve the border blockade caused by Polish farmers.

Economy • March 4, 12:12 PM • 23132 views

Shmyhal: Ukraine needs at least $37 billion in aid from partners this year

Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal says Ukraine needs at least $37 billion in foreign aid.

War in Ukraine • March 4, 12:04 PM • 26455 views

Ensuring Defense Forces, Economic Sustainability and Reforms - Shmyhal on Ukraine's Main Tasks in 2024

Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal outlined three main tasks for Ukraine this year: ensuring security and defense, ensuring economic stability and reforms on the path to the European Union and restoring Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 4, 11:25 AM • 59129 views

More than UAH 30 billion: Shmyhal names this year's amount of money allocated for fortifications and defense lines

More than UAH 30 billion has been allocated from the budget reserve fund and other sources for the fortification and construction of defense borders since the beginning of 2024.

War in Ukraine • March 4, 11:19 AM • 24720 views

Ukraine plans to issue about 12 thousand preferential mortgage loans this year

This year, Ukraine plans to issue about 12,000 preferential mortgage loans under government programs.

Society • March 1, 02:12 PM • 27267 views

Under the eRobota program, it will be possible to receive UAH 330 thousand for planting one hectare of grapes - Shmyhal

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved the provision of non-refundable grants of up to UAH 330,000 per hectare for planting orchards and vineyards under the eRobot program aimed at developing the agricultural sector.

Economy • March 1, 01:27 PM • 25299 views

Without any blackouts and without the use of outage schedules: Shmyhal about the second winter during the war

Ukraine has survived the second winter under Russian invasion without blackouts or emergency schedules, and the power system is operating steadily.

Economy • March 1, 01:22 PM • 25240 views

Government submits a draft law on the State Agrarian Register to the Parliament - Shmyhal

The Ukrainian government submits to parliament a bill to expand the functionality of the State Agrarian Register by regulating it in a separate law.

Economy • March 1, 12:59 PM • 23072 views

Three regions suffer most from russian attacks on cultural heritage - Shmyhal

Kharkiv, Donetsk, and Odesa regions suffered the most from russian attacks on cultural heritage sites.

Culture • February 29, 02:05 PM • 22735 views

Culture and tourism in Ukraine lost more than $19.6 billion due to war - Shmyhal

According to Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, Ukraine's cultural and tourism sectors have lost more than $19. 6 billion due to the war.

War in Ukraine • February 29, 11:21 AM • 28785 views

Electronic queue will be launched for drivers of passenger cars - Shmyhal

The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a resolution extending the electronic queue to cars to speed up border crossing and eliminate abuses.

Economy • February 27, 12:49 PM • 25076 views

"Shaping the country's economic sustainability": Kiper shares details of forum with President

The Made in Ukraine Forum aims to support Ukrainian business and develop the country's economy by launching a new platform for cooperation and a cashback program for domestic goods.

Economy • February 26, 06:09 PM • 97586 views

The Cabinet of Ministers is working to expand the program of compensation for purchased domestic equipment - Shmyhal

The government plans to expand the list of Ukrainian-made equipment eligible for state compensation.

Economy • February 26, 02:06 PM • 27464 views

Government has provided almost UAH 45 billion to support business this year - Shmyhal

According to Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, this year the Ukrainian government has allocated almost UAH 45 billion to support business programs and restore enterprises.

Economy • February 26, 01:54 PM • 25340 views

Over 90% of Ukrainian enterprises return to pre-war capacities - Shmyhal

Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announces that more than 90% of Ukrainian enterprises have resumed operations and are returning to pre-war production levels.

Economy • February 26, 01:48 PM • 24639 views

Ukraine wants to buy 1.5 thousand school buses from domestic manufacturer - Shmyhal

The Ukrainian government plans to purchase 1,500 school buses from domestic manufacturers over three years as part of an initiative to support local producers.

Economy • February 26, 01:43 PM • 24008 views

"Made in Ukraine" platform to be launched in Ukraine - Zelensky

President Zelenskyy launched the Made in Ukraine platform to strengthen economic ties between the state and Ukrainian businesses.

Economy • February 26, 11:53 AM • 24742 views

Svyrydenko told which goods should have at least 20% Ukrainian content

Svyrydenko announced that municipal equipment, specialized machinery, and demining machines should have at least 20% Ukrainian content to expand the localization of certain goods.

Economy • February 26, 11:52 AM • 21714 views

Up to 40% is refunded in the form of taxes when buying Ukrainian goods

Up to 40% of taxes on purchases of Ukrainian goods are returned to the Ukrainian budget.

Economy • February 26, 11:43 AM • 20702 views

Meeting on the Ukrainian-Polish border: Duda's office announces consultations in late March

Consultations on the situation on the Ukrainian-Polish border will be held in late March.

Economy • February 26, 07:18 AM • 26496 views

Japanese Prime Minister calls on G7 leaders to show solidarity in support of Ukraine

The Prime Minister of Japan called on the G7 leaders to show solidarity in maintaining sanctions against Russia and achieving a just peace for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 04:34 PM • 29531 views

Shmyhal on the situation on the Ukrainian-Polish border: we have announced a plan to our partners and are ready to compromise

The Ukrainian government has proposed a five-point plan to resolve the situation on the border with Poland caused by Polish farmers' protests against imports of Ukrainian agricultural products.

Economy • February 25, 12:50 PM • 77469 views

The Prime Minister spoke about the pace of restoration of houses and infrastructure destroyed by the war

Ukraine's Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said that 23,000 multi-storey and private buildings that were destroyed by enemy shelling have been restored.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 12:22 PM • 32144 views

Shmyhal says all G7 countries will sign security agreements with guarantees for Ukraine

Prime Minister Shmyhal expects Ukraine to sign security agreements with all G7 countries to receive financial and military support in the coming years.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 11:59 AM • 27724 views

Shmyhal: Ukraine has managed to keep the economy going despite full-scale war

Ukraine's Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said that despite the ongoing war, Ukraine has managed to preserve its economy.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 11:10 AM • 25723 views