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Recent legislative developments in Ukraine have significantly prioritized the enhancement of English language proficiency across various sectors. On June 26, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a pivotal law establishing English as a key language of international communication. This law aligns with actions by the Cabinet of Ministers who've mandated certain military positions to require English proficiency.

Further reinforcing this linguistic shift, the Diia application now offers certain documents in English, improving accessibility for international users. Additionally, educational reforms are underway to boost English education from preschool level, addressing the language skill gap identified in 49% of the Ukrainian population.

The Verkhovna Rada's recent adoption of the English language law marks a significant move towards integrating Ukraine more deeply into global markets and international communities. This law, coupled with Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal's discussions about English as a business communication language, illustrates a strategic national transformation towards multilingualism.

English's growing influence is also evident in defense sectors, with Ukrainian officials and military personnel increasingly engaging with international media in English, showcasing enhanced communication capabilities. This linguistic development is pivotal as Ukraine continues to foster its international relations and business connections.
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military personnel Cabinet of Ministers approves list of positions of military personnel who are required to speak English The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a list of positions of military officers, sergeants and non-commissioned officers who are required to speak English. 6 408 24 Previously in trend: Defense

Зеленський підписав закон про застосування англійської мови в Україні Zelenskyy signed law on use of English language in Ukraine On Wednesday, 26 June, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a law that officially establishes the status of English as one of the languages of international communication in the country. 6 277 94

стефанчук Stefanchuk signs law on use of English in Ukraine The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk has signed the law on the use of English in Ukraine. 5 806 70

Рада ухвалила закон про статус англійської мови в Україні Verkhovna Rada adopted law on use of English language in Ukraine On June 4, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine adopted the law on the use of the English language in Ukraine in the second reading. 6 592 44 Ukrainian Politics

дія In "Diia" it will be possible to get English version of some documents In the Diia application, it will be possible to get the English version of some documents. 1 429 27 Incidents

лісовий State will promote study of English at all levels of education, - Lisovyi 49% of Ukrainians surveyed do not have any English language skills, which prevents them from entering international markets. The state will promote the study of English at all levels of education, starting with preschoolers. 1 853 44 Ukrainian Politics

мова,english,англійська Government plans to launch national program to promote English language in Ukraine - Shmyhal The government plans to launch a comprehensive and affordable English language learning programme. 2 599 70 Society

кравчук,євгенія Draft law on use of English language will be finalized - Kravchuk The draft law "On the use of the English language in Ukraine" is a framework, it still needs to be finalized by the specialized committee. 3 487 59 Society

богдан,мова,танкіст,англійська Ukrainian tanker from 24th Brigade gives a commentary in English for BBC journalists. VIDEO A Ukrainian tanker named Bohdan from 24th Separate Mechanized Brigade named after King Danylo easily answered questions from foreign journalists in English. 26 285 73 Previously in trend: War

денис,шмигаль English can get status of business communication language in Ukraine - Shmyhal Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal says that the government is discussing granting English the status of a language of business communication in Ukraine. 5 443 60 Society

Some Ukrainian legislative acts to be translated into English, - official. VIDEO Some Ukrainian legislative acts to be translated into English, - official. VIDEO Some Ukrainian legislative norms will be officially translated into English. This was stated by Ruslan Stefanchuk, the First Vice-Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada. 1 168 38 Ukrainian Politics