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Yuliia Svyrydenko

Prime Minister of Ukraine
Yuliia Anatoliivna Svyrydenko was born on December 25, 1985, in Chernihiv. While still a student, she was a permanent representative of Chernihiv in the city of Wuxi (China), where she was involved in attracting international investments. In 2008, she graduated with honors from the Kyiv National University of Trade and Economics with a degree in "antimonopoly activity management." She began her career as an economist in financial work at a Ukrainian-Andorran joint venture, later worked as an appraiser at the Chernihiv Intercity Bureau of Technical Inventory, and in the administration of the then-head of the Chernihiv Regional State Administration, Valerii Kulich. In 2018, she temporarily headed the Chernihiv Regional State Administration. She was a deputy, and later first deputy, minister of economy. At the end of 2020, she became deputy head of the Office of the President. In 2021, the Verkhovna Rada made a decision to appoint Svyrydenko to the position of Vice Prime Minister – Minister of Economy. In 2025, she became the head of the Government.
2020
Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine for Economic Affairs
2021
Appointed First Vice Prime Minister – Minister of Economy of Ukraine. 2022: Headed the Interagency Working Group on the Implementation of State Sanctions Policy
2023
Included in the Time 100 Next list of "emerging leaders shaping the world."
2025
Signed the agreement on subsoil resources between Ukraine and the United States
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Zelenskyy reveals source of funding for the restoration of the Kyiv-Pechersk LavraPhoto

The government will allocate funds from the reserve fund for the restoration of the Lavra following the Russian attack. Yuliia Svyrydenko will hold an emergency meeting to direct the financing.

Politics • June 15, 08:29 AM • 4017 views
Special status for frontline territories: Budanov announced the development of a new law

A law on the special status of frontline territories will be developed in Ukraine. Budanov is counting on the prompt work of people's deputies and government officials to adopt what are effectively new rules.

Society • June 12, 07:54 PM • 12093 views
Zelenskyy announced 300,000 payments for the military and new service conditions, first bonuses "already in June"Video

Military personnel on the front lines will be paid an average of 300,000 hryvnias under new contracts. The Cabinet of Ministers will launch the updated payment mechanism as early as June.

War in Ukraine • June 12, 11:47 AM • 28249 views
Kyiv residents promised audit of heating bills for periods without service

Yuliia Svyrydenko called the charges for heat not provided to Kyiv residents unacceptable. The government will conduct inspections at the addresses of citizens' complaints.

Society • June 12, 08:35 AM • 4228 views
Rada changes rules of interaction with the government regarding EU accession negotiations

The Parliament has adopted a resolution to strengthen interaction with the government regarding EU accession. The Cabinet of Ministers is expected to report quarterly on the progress of negotiations and the adaptation of laws.

Society • June 11, 01:47 PM • 3391 views
Government updates Ukraine Plan under Ukraine Facility program, enabling €8.3 billion in funding - Svyrydenko

Cabinet of Ministers approves changes to Ukraine Plan to receive €8. 35 billion in support. The update includes 26 new steps in the fields of energy and law.

Economy • June 11, 12:53 PM • 2415 views
Ukraine proposes to introduce a gradation of fines and increase liability for systemic offenders

Ukraine intends to introduce a gradation of fines for speeding and will strengthen penalties for systemic offenders. Additionally, the movement of electric scooters will be regulated.

Society • June 10, 04:43 PM • 3423 views
Already 115,000 Ukrainians have used the "Health Screening" program

More than 115,000 Ukrainians have undergone free medical screening funded by the state. For the examination of individuals over the age of 40, 2,000 hryvnias are allocated per person.

Society • June 9, 03:13 PM • 3039 views
Over 2,000 homes will have water and light even during blackouts - Svyrydenko

The SvitloDIM program provides up to 300,000 hryvnias for equipment to keep elevators and water supply running. By the end of the year, they plan to cover 3,600 apartment buildings.

Society • June 9, 01:01 PM • 4967 views
Politico highlights pitfalls amid Ukraine's push for rapid progress toward EU membership

Ukraine fears a delay in accession amid elections in France, while the EU has questions regarding the pace of reforms.

Politics • June 9, 07:03 AM • 20287 views
Sanctions for drivers for systematic speeding will become tougher - Ukraine seeks to strengthen road discipline

Yuliia Svyrydenko announced increased liability for speeding and traffic violations. The government will also regulate the use of electric scooters.

Society • June 8, 04:41 PM • 8666 views
Ukraine received a new tranche of €2.8 billion from the EU under the Ukraine Facility

The budget received €2. 6 billion for social and humanitarian needs. The total amount of funding under the Ukraine Facility has reached €29.4 billion.

Economy • June 8, 09:59 AM • 23324 views
The Government has extended compensation periods for hosting IDPs and expanded housing programs

The Cabinet of Ministers has increased the compensation period for hosting IDPs without documents to 90 days. 833 million UAH has been allocated for housing for children's homes in 2026.

Society • June 7, 02:38 PM • 6660 views
Additional 3.5 billion UAH is being allocated for the repair of local roads

The government has allocated 3. 5 billion UAH for the repair of critical sections of local roads. The funds will be distributed among all regions on the basis of co-financing from local communities.

Society • June 6, 11:56 AM • 5079 views
Svyrydenko: The involvement of foreigners as a workforce is considered exclusively as an additional tool to overcome the labor shortage

Yulia Svyrydenko responded to a petition regarding the priority employment of Ukrainians. Foreign labor will be recruited only as an additional tool.

Society • June 6, 11:01 AM • 4849 views
Kyiv to receive an additional 2 billion from the government for winter preparations - Svyrydenko

The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated 2 billion hryvnias to Kyiv for the protection of energy facilities and heating. The funds will be directed towards the implementation of the capital's winter resilience plan.

Society • June 5, 03:16 PM • 6623 views
Government simplifies the return of youth from temporarily occupied territories

The government is simplifying the return of youth from occupation who lack documents in the registries. Identity certificates can be issued free of charge through designated diplomatic missions.

Society • June 5, 12:10 PM • 3190 views
Ukraine to establish Unmanned Systems Forces Day – planned for June 11

Yuliia Svyrydenko announced the establishment of a new holiday for this distinct branch of the military. Ukraine has become the first country in the world to create such units.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 07:36 AM • 3545 views
High Anti-Corruption Court to receive new premises - Svyrydenko

The government has allocated a new building in Kyiv to the HACC, which previously housed units of the Ministry of Economy. This decision will ensure proper working conditions for the anti-corruption court.

Politics • June 4, 03:51 PM • 3123 views
Ukraine expands 'Affordable Medicines' program by over 50 drugs

The government will add 51 new drugs to the 'Affordable Medicines' program starting July 2026. The initiative's budget for this year has been increased to 8.7 billion hryvnias.

Society • June 4, 01:49 PM • 3498 views
Ukraine expands list of young doctors eligible for UAH 200,000 in targeted employment assistance

The government has expanded the list of young doctors eligible to receive 200,000 hryvnias in assistance. Payments are available to specialists in territories of possible combat operations.

Society • June 4, 12:48 PM • 4378 views
Discussed the Extended Fund Facility program and the implementation of structural benchmarks - Svyrydenko met with the IMF missionPhoto

Yulia Svyrydenko discussed the implementation of the $8. 1 billion program with the IMF mission. Next week, the Rada will consider amendments to the 2026 state budget.

Economy • June 3, 06:32 PM • 6612 views
Ukraine completes repairs on major roads, setting a new recordPhotoVideo

A record 14 million m² of pavement has been repaired on Ukraine's main highways. Moving forward, road crews will focus on logistics routes in frontline areas.

Society • June 3, 01:25 PM • 5227 views
Ukraine launches support program for distributed generation projects - Svyrydenko

Enterprises can obtain loans at 10% for the construction of gas installations and energy storage systems. Financing of up to 25 million euros is provided for a period of 5 years.

Society • June 3, 11:23 AM • 3558 views
Ukraine and Estonia strengthen defense cooperation in the field of drones

Yuliia Svyrydenko reached an agreement in Tallinn on the development of unmanned systems and the exchange of experience. Estonia has allocated over 2.6 million euros for the Ukrainian energy sector.

Politics • June 2, 07:58 PM • 18583 views
Ukraine to receive equipment from Latvia for TPP restoration - Svyrydenko

Yuliia Svyrydenko discussed the transfer of equipment from thermal power plants with the Latvian side. This will help restore the energy system and prepare for winter.

Economy • June 2, 01:59 PM • 3261 views
Ukraine and Lithuania launch Brave Lithuania to create cutting-edge weaponry

Ukraine and Lithuania have launched Brave Lithuania to develop defense technologies. The program will focus on drones, electronic warfare, and artificial intelligence.

Politics • June 1, 05:39 PM • 4554 views
Ukraine and Lithuania discussed joint production of interceptor drones and naval drones - Svyrydenko

In Vilnius, the joint production of interceptor drones and naval drones was discussed. Lithuania will fund defense projects through the SAFE mechanism.

Politics • June 1, 02:37 PM • 4182 views
Ukraine has agreed on long-term supplies of liquefied natural gas through the Klaipėda terminal

Ukraine will increase imports of liquefied natural gas thanks to an agreement with Lithuania. Supplies will be delivered through the terminal in Klaipėda from various producers.

Economy • June 1, 01:03 PM • 4158 views
Reservation, tariffs, IDP payments, employment records, and education: what has changed for Ukrainians since June 1

Ukraine is changing reservation rules and increasing payments to military personnel. New deadlines for IDPs and the digitalization of employment records are also in effect.

Society • June 1, 10:10 AM • 103259 views