Yuliia Svyrydenko
The bill abolishes the mandatory signing of acts of completed works for cashless payment for services. This innovation will allow Ukrainian companies to save UAH 20.2 billion per year.
Defense remains the main priority in the draft State Budget-2026. The government also allocates significant funds to support communities, education, and housing for internally displaced persons.
Local budget revenues increased by 18% in the first two quarters of 2025 compared to last year.
In 2024-2025, the Ukrainian government allocated UAH 70 billion to support projects of the "Made in Ukraine" program. The funds will be directed to mortgages, grants, industrial parks, and investments.
The Ukrainian government will allocate UAH 119 billion for education in the upcoming state budget. Support will also be provided to frontline communities, including medicine and housing for IDPs.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Robert Fico in Uzhhorod. Fico arrived after negotiations with Putin, intending to discuss attacks on oil infrastructure.
The Cabinet of Ministers adopted a number of decisions regarding the financing of medical institutions, the expansion of the Medical Guarantees Program, and the improvement of healthcare. In particular, the reduction coefficients for primary care in combat zones were canceled, and the procurement of medical devices was streamlined.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has changed the procedure for granting status to children affected by the war. Now it can be obtained at the place of application, discovery of the child, or deportation.
Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal urged European colleagues to accelerate the preparation of security guarantees for Ukraine. He outlined five priorities, including equipping the Armed Forces of Ukraine and defense-industrial integration.
The new academic year in Ukraine will begin on September 1 and last until June 30, 2026. Changes will affect school funding, organization of education, and construction of shelters.
Ukraine and Switzerland are starting the implementation of 12 infrastructure, social, and humanitarian projects. Funding totaling over 93 million Swiss francs is provided within the framework of an intergovernmental agreement.
Denmark will provide an additional 500 million Danish kroner to the Ukraine Fund to attract investments. The funds will be used to guarantee investments by Danish companies in reconstruction projects.
The Ukrainian government has announced a tender for a production sharing agreement at the Dobra site, which holds lithium reserves. This step aims to attract investment and develop value-added industries.
The Cabinet of Ministers has expanded the eRecovery program to internally displaced persons who lost their homes in the occupied territories. Aid up to UAH 2 million is available to combatants and people with disabilities due to the war.
The Cabinet of Ministers is expanding the "Vlasna Sprava" (Own Business) program, offering grants of up to UAH 1 million to creative entrepreneurs. The support covers cinema, design, game development, and other areas.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has decided to privatize the Odesa Port Plant. The state-owned stake will be put up for an open electronic auction with an initial price of UAH 4.5 billion.
The Cabinet of Ministers adopted a resolution allowing men aged 18-22 to cross the border unhindered. This decision applies to all citizens of the corresponding age, including those who are already abroad.
By the end of August, at least 30,000 places for evacuees, including those with limited mobility, will be prepared in 15 regions of Ukraine and Kyiv. This will help relieve transit centers and ensure comfortable conditions.
Fedir Venislavsky announced that the committee might consider the bill allowing men under 25 to travel abroad no earlier than September 4-5. Currently, there are 14 days for submitting alternative bills.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko met with US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg. Security guarantees, critical minerals, and cooperation in reconstruction were discussed.
Ukraine and Canada have agreed to develop mental health programs for veterans, create mobile complexes for prosthetics, and veteran spaces. The parties also discussed strengthening sanctions pressure on Russia.
A large-scale fire at an enterprise in Mukachevo, caused by a Russian shelling on August 21, has been extinguished. Emergency rescue units are carrying out final works.
US President Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with the Russian attack on the Flex plant in Mukachevo. As a result of the August 21 attack, 23 people were injured.
Bill No. 13685, registered in the Verkhovna Rada, proposes to allow men who have not reached conscription age to travel abroad. The document also enshrines the state's right to restrict the departure of conscripts and those liable for military service.
SBGS spokesperson Andriy Demchenko announced increased responsibility for illegal border crossing. The bill will allow border guards to review administrative protocols on the spot and will strengthen punishment for violators.
Ukraine will compensate 50% of car insurance for veterans and persons who received disabilities due to the war. The Verkhovna Rada adopted the relevant bill, and the Cabinet of Ministers approved 11 decisions within the framework of veteran policy.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved an adaptation program for veterans who lost their sight, simplifying access to rehabilitation aids. Foreign military personnel serving in the Armed Forces of Ukraine will receive free dental treatment.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved 11 decisions within the framework of veteran policy, including a draft law on the foundations of state veteran policy. Such draft laws are expected to be adopted in the autumn as part of the Code of Laws on Defenders of Ukraine.
Changing the government's decision regarding the merger of two universities in Kamianets-Podilskyi may have serious corruption consequences.
Yulia Svyrydenko registered a bill to strengthen responsibility for illegal border crossing. The document provides for clarification of administrative and criminal liability, as well as strengthening punishment for intermediaries.