December 26, 05:00 PM • 24512 viewsDecember 26, 04:30 PM • 51487 views07:40 AM • 1330 viewsDecember 26, 05:00 PM • 24512 viewsDecember 26, 04:51 PM • 13662 viewsDecember 26, 02:56 PM • 13317 viewsMinister of Agrarian Policy and Food Mykola Solsky will appear in court today on suspicion of seizing state land worth over UAH 480 million.
A North Korean delegation headed by the Minister of Foreign Economic Relations visited Iran amid long-standing suspicions of cooperation between the two countries on ballistic missile programs and military ties.
The Verkhovna Rada plans to consider a bill that would allow customs clearance of cars through the Diia system to reduce corruption and speed up the process, with the cost of the car calculated automatically.
The draft law proposes to implement European practices in the customs legislation of Ukraine, including customs representation, provisions on customs regimes, brought in line with EU norms, and harmonize terminology with European legislation.
To strengthen the fight against the shadow market of tobacco products, the Kiev Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise should become the only institution that will receive samples of tobacco products from manufacturers and create a unified database, notes the economist.
The Verkhovna Rada plans to consider a draft law aimed at improving the legal framework for regulating the production, trade and circulation of excisable goods such as alcohol, tobacco products and fuel.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal reacts to the Senate's passage of a bill on aid to Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy expressed deep gratitude to the U. S. Senate for approving vital aid to Ukraine, thanking leaders of both parties for their strong bipartisan support.
The US Senate passes a $95. 3 billion aid bill for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, which President Biden promises to sign immediately to begin sending weapons and equipment to Ukraine this week.
The US Senate has approved a $95. 3 billion package of foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and to counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region. The package includes almost $61 billion for Ukraine.
The draft law proposes to abolish all upward and downward coefficients applied to the rates of rent for the use of radio frequency resources of Ukraine.
The United Kingdom plans to deploy Eurofighter Typhoons in Poland next year to help patrol Polish airspace and strengthen defense cooperation between the two countries.
The Biden administration is preparing a new $1 billion aid package for Ukraine, which for the first time may include long-range ATACMS missile systems.
Ukraine and Denmark have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to provide EUR 40 million to support Ukraine's private sector and EUR 380 million for critical renewable energy infrastructure, which aims to reduce financial risks in Ukraine's recovery.
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak discussed the prospects of investing in Ukraine with representatives of CRH, the largest manufacturer of construction materials in North America and Europe, assuring them of full support and favorable conditions for such large investors.
Russian Deputy Defense Minister Timur Ivanov has been detained on suspicion of bribery in connection with construction projects, including in occupied Mariupol.
The US Senate holds a procedural vote to approve $61 billion in aid to Ukraine. 80 senators supported the proposal to approve the aid package for Ukraine under a shortened procedure.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has temporarily suspended acceptance of new applications for consular services from Ukrainian men aged 18-60 temporarily residing abroad due to the new law on military service and mobilization, which will come into force on May 18, 2024.
The Government ordered to reallocate UAH 5. 5 billion from public debt service to increase funding for the elimination of the consequences of Russian aggression and strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities.
The Verkhovna Rada plans to consider a bill to improve the mechanism for preventing and combating domestic and gender-based violence in accordance with the Istanbul Convention.
President Zelenskyy discussed with Prime Minister Sunak preparations for the first Global Peace Summit in Switzerland, thanked the United Kingdom for a new military aid package, and emphasized the need for the world to force Russia to peace.
The United Kingdom plans to increase defense spending to a new minimum threshold of 2. 5% by 2030, allocating an additional $93 billion over six years to the production of munitions and drones, as one of the main lessons of the war in Ukraine is the need for deeper stockpiles of ammunition and the ability to replenish them quickly.
Petro Poroshenko has submitted a bill to return part of the personal income tax from the Armed Forces to local budgets, which could lead to the fact that during the war the funds will be spent on repairing stadiums and bicycle paths instead of military needs.
The Verkhovna Rada plans to consider a draft law aimed at ensuring the proper functioning of the legal regime of Diia City and its adaptation to the conditions of martial law in Ukraine.
The US Senate plans to consider aid bills that include a military support package for Ukraine. However, senators will have 30 hours to discuss the document before the final vote.
The Ukrainian Easter Egg Festival, which will feature Easter egg traditions from different regions, master classes, a charity auction, and an attempt to set a world record for mass Easter egg painting, will take place on April 30 at Kyiv's UNIT. CITY innovation park.
In April, the number of applications for re-registration of cars in Ukraine increased sharply, with re-registration under sale and gift agreements being in the highest demand, the Ministry of Internal Affairs reports.
At passport issuance centers in Warsaw, men stand in long lines due to restrictions on issuing documents to Ukrainians of military age, while services remain available for children and women.
Ukraine could receive up to $5 billion from confiscated Russian assets if the US Congress approves the REPO bill, which would allow the president to seize Russian sovereign assets currently under US jurisdiction.
The Ministry of Digital Transformation met with US congressmen and USAID to discuss digital anti-corruption reforms, including digitalization of construction, services for seafarers, monitoring of the targeted use of funds, and the launch of projects such as car customs clearance in the Diia system, eAcquis for alcohol and tobacco, electronic notary, and e-court to increase transparency and efficiency.
