The Swiss government has approved a draft agreement on cooperation with Ukraine on reconstruction, which will create a legal framework for the involvement of the Swiss private sector. The agreement provides for non-refundable financial assistance for the purchase of goods and services from Swiss companies.
Ukraine signed a trilateral agreement with Italy and UNDP for 1. 5 million euros for humanitarian demining. The funds will be used to clear agricultural lands, restore infrastructure, and economic activity in the liberated territories.
The "Dobra" lithium deposit in the Kirovohrad region is being considered for joint investment with the United States. It may become the first pilot project of the American-Ukrainian Fund.
The Office of the President is considering the resignation of Prime Minister Shmyhal and the government due to loss of support and economic failures. The likely candidate for the position is Minister of Economy Svyrydenko.
Agreements have been signed in Ukraine for the construction of the GORO Mountain Resort, a year-round mountain resort in the Carpathians. Investments will amount to 140 million euros, which will create 25,000 jobs.
The Canadian government has extended preferential treatment for imports of Ukrainian goods until June 9, 2026. Since 2022, exports have exceeded $35 million, and importers have saved $8.5 million.
The free trade regime between Ukraine and the EU remains in place, but additional benefits have been abolished. Tariff quotas will apply to 40 categories of agricultural products, which may reduce revenue by $800 million.
The first meeting of the fund is scheduled for July, where the initial capital and investment strategy will be discussed. Ukraine signed an agreement on the establishment of the fund with the United States on April 31.
The American-Ukrainian Reconstruction Investment Fund will start with projects in the field of graphite, lithium and titanium. The first meeting of the Steering Council of the Fund will take place at the end of July.
The International Monetary Fund has assured that it will continue to cooperate with Ukraine regardless of the security situation. The Ukrainian delegation discussed economic growth and investment with representatives of the IMF, World Bank and IFC.
Switzerland has expanded the sanctions list, adding 17 individuals and 89 legal entities, as well as 189 ships of the Russian "shadow fleet". The new restrictions came into effect at 23:00.
A Ukrainian government delegation has arrived in Washington for talks. The priorities are strengthening sanctions against Russia, returning stolen children, and launching an investment fund for reconstruction.
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak arrived in Washington at the head of a delegation to discuss defense support, sanctions against Russia and the reconstruction of Ukraine. Meetings with representatives of both parties are also planned.
Yulia Svyrydenko announced the completion of all procedures for the launch of the US-Ukraine Reconstruction Fund. The fund will promote the reconstruction and economic growth of Ukraine.
In a year, Prozorro online auctions brought the state over UAH 2 billion from the sale of confiscated property. The funds went to the Fund for the Liquidation of the Consequences of Armed Aggression, the value of assets almost doubled.
The US-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund will have equal management. Key decisions will be made unanimously by representatives of both countries.
Ukraine has fulfilled all the conditions for the start of the American-Ukrainian Reconstruction Fund. It will invest exclusively in Ukraine, providing joint management with America.
The US expects to receive $350 billion in profit from investments in Ukrainian minerals. Ukraine will also receive similar profits and new jobs.
The American side believes that the agreement on minerals is an element of the security architecture, but not a replacement for guarantees. US investments in Ukraine are also an element of security.
Government officials expect the Reconstruction Investment Fund to become operational within weeks of the agreement's ratification. The fund will be financed by the United States and 50% of rental payments from new deposits.
Yulia Svyrydenko explained the mechanism of operation of the Investment Fund for Reconstruction with the USA. The fund can finance a mining project, but will not do it itself.
The agreement with the USA does not involve the transfer of mineral resources or licenses. Svyrydenko emphasized that control over mineral resources remains with Ukraine. In addition, the agreement opens the way for new military assistance.
Ukraine and the United States have signed an equal agreement on economic partnership, which provides for investments in Ukraine and modernization of production. The agreement will be sent to the Verkhovna Rada for ratification.
A Trump adviser said a new agreement with Ukraine should reimburse American taxpayers for money spent subsidizing the war. Trump's goal is to stop the killings and achieve peace.
Donald Trump stated that the US will be able to compensate for the $350 billion in aid to Ukraine by gaining access to its mineral resources. Control over the agreement is entrusted to the US Secretary of the Treasury.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the agreement with Kyiv on the creation of an Investment Fund for Reconstruction is a step towards ending the war. According to him, the document was adopted thanks to the leadership of Donald Trump.
Ukraine and the USA have created an investment fund that will attract Western investments. The agreement envisages an equal partnership and the absence of Ukraine's debt obligations.
According to Yulia Svyrydenko, Ukraine and the USA are creating a Fund that will attract investments into the country. The agreement envisages equality, Ukrainian control over resources, and the absence of debt obligations.
The US is ready to sign a mineral supply agreement with Ukraine on Wednesday, but the Ukrainian side is trying to revise some of the terms regarding transparency and accountability.
The media notes that Ukraine tried to revise the terms of the agreement with the US at the last minute. Signing is possible if Ukraine returns to the original terms, but requires ratification by parliament.
