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The Ukrainian political arena is abuzz with a series of noteworthy appointments. As of recent developments, a new head for the President’s Office is soon to be announced, with Zhelezniak indicating that the candidacy will become public shortly. Media speculate that Palisa, Budanov, Fedorov, and Shmyhal are leading contenders. In the defense and energy sectors, President Zelenskyy has ordered a major overhaul of supervisory boards, collaborating closely with Prime Minister Svyrydenko on these personnel shifts. Furthermore, recent months have seen Ministerial and diplomatic appointments, with figures such as Tetiana Berezhna taking on the Deputy Prime Minister for Humanitarian Policy role, and Yevhen Khmara leading the SSU's Special Operations. These strategic appointments are pivotal as Ukraine navigates complex socio-economic landscapes.

Who are the main contenders for head of Ukraine's President's Office?

The media has highlighted several contenders for the position, including Palisa, Budanov, Fedorov, and Shmyhal, as potential candidates to lead the President's Office following Andriy Yermak’s resignation. These individuals are seen as influential figures within the Ukrainian government, each bringing distinct expertise and leadership qualities to the table that could significantly influence the nation's political landscape.

What role does the Deputy Prime Minister for Humanitarian Policy play in Ukraine?

The Deputy Prime Minister for Humanitarian Policy, a position recently filled by Tetiana Berezhna, is crucial in overseeing policies related to humanitarian issues in Ukraine. This includes coordinating national efforts to improve social welfare, cultural heritage, and education policies, reflecting the government's commitment to addressing humanitarian challenges and enhancing the quality of life for its citizens.

How are Ukraine's supervisory boards being restructured?

President Zelenskyy has initiated a significant restructuring of supervisory boards within Ukraine's defense and energy sectors as part of a broader strategy to enhance governance and efficiency. The restructuring involves key personnel changes and is executed in consultation with Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, aiming to strengthen oversight and accountability in these critical sectors, which are vital to the nation's security and economic stability.

What recent significant appointments has President Zelenskyy made?

President Zelenskyy has made multiple high-profile appointments recently, including Yevhen Khmara as head of the SSU Special Operations Center "A" and Anatolii Kryvonozhko as the Commander of the Air Forces of Ukraine. These appointments are part of a broader strategy to strengthen Ukraine's security infrastructure and diplomatic presence abroad, reflecting the President's focus on enhancing Ukraine's operational capabilities and international relations.

What impact do key appointments have on Ukraine's political and economic direction?

Key appointments in Ukraine significantly impact political and economic directions by strategically placing individuals in positions that can influence policy and governance. Appointments like the head of the President's Office and supervisory boards in defense and energy reflect priorities in strengthening national governance, enhancing economic policies, and ensuring security, which are essential for Ukraine’s stability and progress.

How does the appointment process for major positions in Ukraine work?

The appointment process for major positions in Ukraine involves a selection by the President, possibly following consultations with high-ranking officials and relevant government bodies, to ensure candidates’ suitability for strategic roles. This process reflects a balanced approach to governance, aiming to align with both national priorities and the broader geopolitical environment, ensuring the appointed officials can effectively manage responsibilities and contribute to the country's development.

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порошенко воронченко Poroshenko appoints Voronchenko acting commander of Naval Forces: "We give you time to show your best qualities". PHOTOS President and Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko met with acting Commander of the Naval Forces of Ukraine, Lt.-Gen. Ihor Voronchenko. 38 765 87 Ukrainian Politics

бальцерович Polish reformer Balcerowicz appointed presidential envoy in Cabinet Architect of successful Polish reforms Leszek Balcerowicz became president’s representative in the Cabinet of Ministers. Petro Poroshenko signed a respective decree on Friday. 55 487 162 Previously in trend: Hroisman's Cabinet

Bill to allow Lutsenko become prosecutor general may be introduced in Rada tomorrow - PPB MP Nayyem A bill abolishing mandatory legal experience of a candidate for prosecutor general may be introduced in the parliament tomorrow. 9 556 78 Previously in trend: Prosecutor General Lutsenko

луценко ирина iryna lutsenko MP Iryna Lutsenko believes her husband to be deserving candidate for prosecutor general’s post Verkhovna Rada Deputy Iryna Lutsenko considers her husband MP Yurii Lutsenko to be a suitable candidate for the post of the Prosecutor General of Ukraine. 110 557 390 Previously in trend: Prosecutor General Lutsenko

Marushevska: Nasirov appointed infamous Yanukovych-era customs officer Morhun my deputy without discussion Appointing Oleksandr Morhun deputy head of Odesa customs indicates "condoning corruption" by the leadership of the State Fiscal Service. 38 910 144 Ukrainian Politics

парубий Rada appoints Parubii parliamentary speaker The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine appointed Andrii Parubii the speaker of the Rada. 31 762 154 Ukrainian Politics

гончаренко No voting on PM and government today, - PPB MP Honcharenko The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine will not vote for the new prime minister and the government today. 8 113 44 Previously in trend: Hroisman's Cabinet

березенко New PM and ministers to be most probably appointed tomorrow, - MP Berezenko The decision on a new prime minister and government composition may be adopted tomorrow. 16 645 124 Previously in trend: Hroisman's Cabinet

Poroshenko appointed Kuleba Permanent Representative of Ukraine to Council of Europe President Petro Poroshenko has appointed the special envoy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dmytro Kuleba the Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the Council of Europe. 3 095 18 Ukrainian Politics

Sakvarelidze: "Poroshenko knows I do not claim prosecutor general's post" Davit Sakvarelidze, who was dismissed from his position of deputy prosecutor general - prosecutor of the Odesa region, does not claim the post of prosecutor general. 12 381 59 Ukrainian Politics

порошенко ато попко Poroshenko appointed Popko ground forces commander, - Tseholko. PHOTOS The president of Ukraine was reported on the situation in the area of anti-terrorist operation (ATO) during his working visit to the Donetsk region. 46 270 90 Ukrainian Politics

гончаренко More than 70 MPs support Lutsenko as prosecutor general. Appointment may require to amend law, - MP Honcharenko As of yesterday evening, more than 70 lawmakers signed in support of appointing Petro Poroshenko Bloc faction leader Yurii Lutsenko prosecutor general. 23 356 268 Ukrainian Politics

гпу горбатюк Horbatiuk is ready to lead the GPU: ‘I will perform my duties honesty and professionally’ Serhii Horbatiuk hasn’t received a formal proposal to take the position of the Prosecutor General of Ukraine. 122 612 299 Ukrainian Politics

New Prosecutor General should be impartial, professional, and depoliticized, - Yatseniuk New Prosecutor General has to be an impartial, professional, and depoliticized person. 16 166 325 Ukrainian Politics

троян troian Dekanoidze appoints Vadym Troian her first deputy in charge of criminal police, - Advisor to Interior Minister. PHOTOS Head of the National Police Main Directorate in the Kyiv region Vadym Troian has been appointed First Deputy Head of the National Police of Ukraine. 59 999 106 Incidents

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Cabinet appoints Hanna Vronska interim ecology minister The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has appointed Hanna Vronska interim Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of Ukraine. 7 734 13 Ukrainian Politics

Andrii Kryshchenko, who defended Ukrainian flag in Horlivka, appointed new Kyiv police chief Andrii Kryshchenko was appointed head of the National Police in the city of Kyiv today by order of the Interior Minister under the motion of Head of the National Police of Ukraine Khatia Dekanoidze. 28 511 129 Incidents

шокин shokin Most of 154 new prosecutors appointed by Shokin after re-certification used to occupy senior positions in prosecution agencies during Yanukovych tenure Prosecutor General of Ukraine Viktor Shokin has appointed heads of 154 local prosecutors' offices according to the recommendations of the selection commission. 69 587 224 Ukrainian Politics

Fatsevych appointed deputy head of National Police - head of patrol police Head of Interior Ministry Patrol Police Department Oleksandr Fatsevych has been appointed deputy head of the National Police. 10 101 39 Ukrainian Politics

Newly appointed head of SBU in Cherkasy region involved in attack on Censor.NET – Butusov Oleh Boiko, appointed head of the Security Service of Ukraine in the Cherkasy region by president Poroshenko, should be dismissed from the SBU according to the law on lustration. 42 092 211 Ukrainian Politics

General Oleh Boiko who scattered Maidan appointed head of SBU in Cherkasy region. DOCUMENT Yesterday, Oct. 31, the president of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko appointed Oleh Boiko as the head of the Security Service of Ukraine in the Cherkasy region. 93 152 501 Ukrainian Politics

петухов Deputy Justice Minister, Firtash's lawyer Pietukhov used to work for Karpatyhaz, which is preparing lawsuit against Ukraine worth $3 bln, - journalists Serhii Pietukhov, who has acted as deputy justice minister of Ukraine since July 2015, used to work for Karpatyhaz enterprise before his appointment. His former employer is currently preparing a lawsuit against Ukraine worth $3 bln. 22 341 60 Ukrainian Politics

Former Russian government adviser said to be chosen EBRD chief economist, - Bloomberg A former Russian government adviser, ex-rector of the New Economics School Sergey Guriev is about to be appointed chief economist of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. 9 692 35 Economics

евгений маршал жуков Famous paratrooper Yevhen "Marshall" Zhukov appointed deputy head of patrol police department (Updated) Officer of the 79th Separate Airmobile Brigade, 29-year-old Yevhen Zhukov, known by his callsign "Marshall," has been appointed deputy chief of Ukraine's patrol police department. 79 885 108 Previously in trend: Police workdays

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Poroshenko appoints Naida head of SBU intelligence President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko has appointed Vitalii Naida as Chief of the Ukrainian Security Service Intelligence Department. 23 048 169 Ukrainian Politics

тука Volunteer Heorhii Tuka apointed governor of Luhansk region. PHOTO President of Ukraine named Heorhii Tuka new head of the Luhansk military and civil administration. 56 400 254 Ukrainian Politics

Poroshenko appointed Serhii Drozdov as Commander of Ukraine's Air Forces President Petro Poroshenko appointed Serhii Drozdov as Commander of the Air Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 19 163 221 Ukrainian Politics

Poroshenko appoints Yurii Klymenko acting governor in Luhansk region President Petro Poroshenko appointed Yurii Klymenko the Acting Head of the Luhansk Regional State Administration. 37 233 126 Ukrainian Politics

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сбу интернет цензура New head of SBU Antiterrorist Center Malikov supported Russian invaders in Crimea – Journalist Kipiani The newly appointed head of the Anti-Terrorism Center of the Security Service of Ukraine Vitalii Malikov supported the occupiers during the Russian occupation of Crimea. 200 901 607 Ukrainian Politics

рада rada Rada appointed Bilous the head of State Property Fund and Terentiev the Antimonopoly Committee Chairman The Verkhovna Rada has appointed Ihor Bilous the head of the State Property Fund and Yurii Terentiev became the head of the Antimonopoly Committee. 12 816 61 Ukrainian Politics

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President Poroshenko appoints three members of the Supreme Council of Justice under his quota On April 30, the president signed a Decree on the appointment of Ihor Benedysiuk, Mykola Husak and Tetiana Malashenkova members of the Supreme Council of Justice. 6 625 25 World

Defense Ministry denies appointment of Yanukovych ally Rotova as director of Defense Ministry department The Ukrainian Defense Ministry refuted the information on the appointment of Yanukovych’s ally Aliona Rotova the director of the capital construction department 18 624 91 Ukrainian Politics

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снбо Poroshenko to introduce new NSDC Secretary today President of Ukraine Poroshenko will introduce the new National Security and Defense Council Secretary on Tuesday. 15 372 65 Ukrainian Politics

вр голосование Rada Approves Parliamentary Committees The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine adopted its committees’ composition by 249 votes. 28 749 43 Ukrainian Politics

парламент Rada Appoints People’s Front MP Parubii First Vice-Speaker of Parliament. VIDEO The Verkhovna Rada deputies voted for the appointment of Andrii Parubii (People's Front faction) first deputy head of the Parliament. 23 431 106 Previously in trend: New Rada

кабмин New Ukrainian Government Approved by 288 MPs The Verkhovna Rada voted for the new composition of the Cabinet. 114 663 493 Previously in trend: New Cabinet

Rada Voted for Appointment of Poltorak as Minister of Defense The Verkhovna Rada voted for the appointment of Stepan Poltorak to the post of Defense Minister in the new government. 14 631 83 Previously in trend: coalition agreement 2014

Parliament Votes for Appointment of Foreign Minister Klimkin The Verkhovna Rada voted for the appointment of Pavlo Klimkin to the post of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine. 19 540 77 World

Three Foreigners to Become Ukrainian Ministers - Poroshenko Bloc Three foreigners will join Ukrainian Cabinet of Ministers, including one U.S. citizen, one Georgian, and one from Lithuania. 35 645 178 Previously in trend: New Cabinet

девушка 26-Year-Old Assistant of President’s Deputy Chief of Staff Appointed Head of Department of Self-Government and Decentralization Department of Local Self-Government and Decentralization of the Presidential Administration is headed by 26-year-old Kateryna Kodonenko. 97 897 342 Ukrainian Politics