Yuliia Svyrydenko, the Prime Minister of Ukraine, has been instrumental in spearheading various government initiatives and reforms. The government has allocated significant resources, including 8.3 billion hryvnias towards defence agencies. Essential reforms are underway, such as the preparation of army reform, improvements in military allowances, and the introduction of definitive service terms. Additionally, Ukraine aims to enhance its defence innovation through international collaborations like Brave International. In the educational sector, notable decisions include setting the academic year from September 2026 to June 2027. Furthermore, strategic plans prepare Ukraine for winter, focusing on energy resilience, for which nearly 9.2 billion hryvnias have been committed. These initiatives signify Ukraine's preparedness to bolster security, enhance education, and improve societal resilience under Svyrydenko's leadership.
What recent funding has the Ukrainian government allocated to security agencies?
Recently, the Ukrainian government, led by Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko, allocated 8.3 billion hryvnias from the reserve fund to several security agencies, including the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) and Defence Intelligence. This funding aims to strengthen Ukraine's security infrastructure amid ongoing challenges.
When will the new academic year in Ukraine begin and end?
The new academic year in Ukraine for 2026/2027 will commence on September 1, 2026, and conclude on June 30, 2027. This timeline applies to general secondary education institutions, as part of the government's plans to ensure consistent educational progress.
What energy resilience measures is Ukraine implementing for the coming winter?
To prepare for the upcoming winter, Ukraine has initiated several energy resilience measures. The government, with Prime Minister Svyrydenko's leadership, has allocated nearly 9.2 billion hryvnias to implement regional resilience strategies. These efforts focus on ensuring stable energy supplies and protecting critical infrastructure during the colder months.
What is the purpose of the Brave International project in Ukraine?
Brave International, a project launched by the Ukrainian government, aims to foster defence innovation through collaboration with international partners. This initiative introduces a standardized procedure and clear rules to facilitate joint efforts in developing new defence technologies, enhancing Ukraine's defence capabilities.
What are the key areas of reform led by Yuliia Svyrydenko in Ukraine's defense sector?
Under the leadership of Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko, Ukraine's defense sector is undergoing significant reforms. Key areas include increasing military allowances, defining specific terms of service for personnel, and presenting a comprehensive army reform concept. These reforms aim to strengthen the defense force's operational efficiency and readiness in response to current security challenges.
What are Ukraine's recent funding agreements with international partners?
Ukraine has recently secured substantial funding agreements with international partners. Notable among these is Norway's provision of $200 million through the World Bank's PEACE project for 2026. The European Union has also provided a seventh tranche of €2.8 billion under the Ukraine Facility, demonstrating robust international support for Ukraine's economic stability.
How is Ukraine preparing for potential personnel changes within its government?
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has highlighted potential personnel changes in the Ukrainian government, emphasizing a need for timely and efficient decision-making in various sectors, such as energy. Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko's role involves coordinating these adjustments to ensure alignment with Ukraine's governance strategies and improve public sector performance.
What steps is Ukraine taking to enhance defense procurement transparency?
Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko announced the extension of the DOT-Chain Defense system project to 2027. This initiative seeks to provide a transparent and efficient framework for defense procurements, allowing for systematic improvements in acquiring necessary military resources and ensuring accountability within the procurement process.
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MP Zhelezniak summarised performance of Svyrydenko’s government: he listed its achievements and major failures. VIDEO Ahead of Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko’s resignation, MP Yaroslav Zhelezniak published his own assessment of the government’s performance, highlighting the main achievements and what he considered to be the Cabinet’s biggest failures. 2 026 8 Previously in trend: Svyrydenko steps down as prime minister
Verkhovna Rada dismissed Prime Minister Svyrydenko Today, July 14, the Verkhovna Rada dismissed Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko. 2 568 29 Previously in trend: New Cabinet Personnel changes in government
Svyrydenko could head President’s Office, and Budanov Ministry of Defence, - Vasylevska-Smahliuk Yuliia Svyrydenko may be appointed head of the President’s Office, whilst the head of the Defence Intelligence, Kyrylo Budanov, is being considered as a candidate for the post of Minister of Defence. 3 012 42 Previously in trend: New Cabinet Personnel changes in government
Svyrydenko on reasons for her resignation: President wants to renew government and strengthen specific areas The Verkhovna Rada Committee on State Construction has approved the dismissal of Yulia Svyrydenko from the post of Prime Minister of Ukraine. 2 219 29 Previously in trend: resignaton of Cabinet of Ministers
Svyrydenko was to head Presidential Office and Budanov General Staff. Everything changed because Stefanishyna may face suspicion – source Ukraine’s current Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko is resigning together with the entire Cabinet to continue her career as Ukraine’s ambassador to the United States. Her independent personnel appointments (Kachka, Sobolev and Berezhna) and support for the dismissal of Andriy Yermak from the... 9 460 30 Previously in trend: New Cabinet
Zelenskyy changes government again: Who will become prime minister? // Uncensored. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is preparing another reshuffle of the Cabinet of Ministers. 1 365 16 Previously in trend: Uncensored Svyrydenko steps down as prime minister
Rada to consider Svyrydenko’s resignation letter at next meeting – Servant of People Arakhamiia The Verkhovna Rada will consider Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko’s resignation letter in the near future. 937 18 Previously in trend: Svyrydenko steps down as prime minister
Rada has received letter of resignation from Prime Minister Svyrydenko, - Stefanchuk The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has received a letter of resignation from Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko. 984 13 Previously in trend: Svyrydenko steps down as prime minister
There were only 192 votes in favour of Cabinet reshuffle in Rada. Koretskyi is only candidate for Prime Minister, - Bereza Former Member of Parliament Boryslav Bereza has stated that, as things stand, there are not enough votes in the Verkhovna Rada to bring about a change of government. 3 528 23 Previously in trend: New Cabinet Staff changes Personnel changes in government
Svyrydenko is likely to be appointed ambassador to US, whilst four candidates are being considered for post of prime minister, - Zhelezniak The Prime Minister of Ukraine, Yuliia Svyrydenko, is stepping down from her post and is likely to be appointed ambassador to the US; four candidates are currently being considered to replace her. 11 270 113 Previously in trend: New Cabinet Svyrydenko steps down as prime minister
Svyrydenko to step down as Prime Minister, says Zelenskyy Ukraine is changing its political strategy. Each priority area of foreign policy will be overseen by a specific individual with considerable experience, who is capable of implementing what we agree upon at the leadership level and what the Ukrainian people expect. 11 327 122 Previously in trend: Svyrydenko steps down as prime minister
Government has allocated 8.3 billion hryvnias to SSU, Defence Intelligence and other security agencies, - Svyrydenko The government has allocated 8.3 billion hryvnias from the reserve fund earmarked for the security and defence sector in 2026. 1 703 12 Previously in trend: payments to military
New academic year in Ukraine will last until 30 June – Svyrydenko The new 2026/2027 academic year in Ukraine’s general secondary education institutions will begin on 1 September and last until 30 June 2027. 2 104 5 Previously in trend: Studying during the war
Zelenskyy: Some local authorities are lagging behind in implementing their sustainability plans; personnel decisions will follow President Volodymyr Zelenskyy heard reports from Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and Serhii Koretskyi, Chairman of the Board of Naftogaz, on preparations for winter. 1 112 34 Previously in trend: heating season
Government has launched Brave International to promote defence innovation in collaboration with international partners The government has introduced a standardised procedure and clear rules for working with international partners to develop defence innovations – Brave International. 639 2 Previously in trend: Ukrainian defense industry
Government allocates UAH 6.6 billion to regions to raise salaries for educators and social workers, Svyrydenko says The government has distributed UAH 6.6 billion among the regions to pay increased salaries to educators and social workers. 708 9 Previously in trend: Teacher salary increases
Government is preparing additional grants for communities near front line, - Svyrydenko The government is currently working to increase financial support for communities near the front line. 957 14 Previously in trend: heating season Support for frontline communities
Ministry of Defence preparing reform of military allowances and introduction of service terms, – Svyrydenko The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence is preparing a reform that provides for an increase in allowances for military personnel and the establishment of specific terms of service. 4 232 78 Previously in trend: payments to military Reforms in the army
Svyrydenko says concept of army reform will be presented in July – Honcharenko The government has said that the concept of army reform will be presented in July. 1 924 20 Previously in trend: payments to military
Rada has increased defence spending to 4.4 trillion hryvnia: funds will go towards weapons and support for military, – Svyrydenko Today, 10 June 2026, the Verkhovna Rada has amended the 2026 State Budget. This decision will enable additional resources to be channelled towards funding the Defence Forces and protecting the population. 3 222 16 Previously in trend: payments to military
Government prepares tougher penalties for systematic violations of traffic rules Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko discussed the road safety situation with the interior minister. 1 655 10 Previously in trend: Car Accident Fines for traffic violations
Ukraine has received seventh tranche from the EU under Ukraine Facility — €2.8 billion Ukraine has received the seventh tranche of funding from the European Union under the Ukraine Facility, totaling 2.8 billion euros. 492 1 Previously in trend: Ukraine Facility Relations between Ukraine and EU
Ukraine and Estonia agreed on cooperation in field of UAVs Prime Minister of Ukraine Yuliia Svyrydenko held meetings with Estonia’s leadership in Tallinn. 484 0 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine from Estonia Drone industry
Estonia confirmed its support for Ukraine on its path to EU and NATO Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal reaffirmed his unwavering support for Ukraine and expressed his readiness to continue working toward its accession to the European Union and NATO following a meeting with Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko in Tallinn. 354 1 Previously in trend: Ukraine EU accession
Ukraine to increase LNG imports from Baltic region; long-term agreement reached, - Svyrydenko Ukraine will receive more liquefied natural gas from the Baltic region. 486 0 Previously in trend: gas shortage
Government has already allocated almost UAH 1 billion for Kyiv’s energy resilience, Svyrydenko says The government, together with Kyiv city authorities, held a meeting of the energy headquarters on preparing the capital for the next heating season. The main focus is ensuring stable passage through the winter, protecting energy infrastructure, and strengthening backup power supply for... 466 6 Previously in trend: Kyiv resilience plan
Rada passed public procurement law, which unlocked $3.5 billion in aid The Verkhovna Rada has approved Bill No. 11520 on new public procurement procedures. 3 107 7 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine
Cabinet of Ministers scraps restrictions on foreign travel for all women, Svyrydenko says On 15 May, the government lifted restrictions on foreign travel for all Ukrainian women without exception. 3 537 49 Previously in trend: Female officials traveling abroad
Defense procurements through DOT-Chain: Svyrydenko says project extended until 2027 The government has extended the experimental defense procurement project through the DOT-Chain Defence system until October 24, 2027. 30 0 Previously in trend: Production of drones
Additional UAH 1.56 trillion allocated for defense and security under state budget changes – Svyrydenko The government has prepared amendments to the 2026 State Budget that provide for strengthening the security and defense sector. 898 12 Previously in trend: Defense expenditures
"Sense Bank" is set to be privatized this year, - Zelenskyy The state-owned "Sense Bank" is set to be privatized in 2026. Earlier, the "Mindich tapes" revealed that individuals implicated in the "Midas" corruption case had discussed the composition of the bank's Supervisory Board. 2 710 33 Previously in trend: banks Staff changes
Russia’s statements about ceasefire contradict reality: enemy is striking critical infrastructure, – Svyrydenko. PHOTOS On the night of 5 May, Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine’s energy, gas, industrial and railway facilities. At least five people were killed and dozens were injured. 1 357 10 Previously in trend: Massive combined attack
There are personnel issues that need to be resolved – Zelenskyy has announced changes to government structures starting next week Today, May 2, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy coordinated with Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko their positions in negotiations with partners regarding financial support for Ukraine and the implementation of agreements already reached at various levels. 3 492 34 Previously in trend: Staff changes
Almost 1 billion hryvnia has been allocated to alternative energy sources and protection of Kyiv’s critical infrastructure, — Svyrydenko The government has allocated 987 million hryvnias to prepare Kyiv for the upcoming heating season following significant damage to the thermal power plant. The funds will be used to secure alternative energy sources and protect critical infrastructure to ensure a stable heat supply even under... 706 13 Previously in trend: Attacks on the energy sector Critical infrastructure protection
Delays in decision-making in energy sector: Svyrydenko warns of personnel consequences Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko discussed the possibilities for deregulation in the energy sector with members of parliament, mayors, and experts during a meeting of the Coalition Council. 1 143 11 Previously in trend: Attacks on the energy sector
There will be no introduction of VAT for sole traders at this stage, - Svyrydenko There are no plans to introduce value added tax for sole traders in Ukraine. 2 484 16 Previously in trend: Tax changes
Svyrydenko discusses Ukraine’s defence needs and stepping up pressure on Russia with members of U.S. Congress Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko, as part of her visit to the United States, held meetings with members of the U.S. Congress. The discussions focused on Ukraine’s key defence needs and the need to increase pressure on Russia. 1 111 8 Previously in trend: US aid to Ukraine
Orest Mandzii has been appointed as new head of State Customs Service The Cabinet of Ministers has appointed Orest Mandzii as head of the State Customs Service. 3 605 20 Previously in trend: Customs
"Ukrnafta" is already lowering fuel prices, we expect market participants to follow suit, - Svyrydenko Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko held a meeting with the chairman of the board of NJSC "Naftogaz of Ukraine" to discuss the current situation on global oil and petroleum products markets. 4 083 18 Previously in trend: Gas Prices Fuel shortage
Ukraine is stepping up modernisation of its combat aviation to repel air attacks, — Svyrydenko The government has adopted a decision that will significantly accelerate the modernization of aircraft and helicopters to counter aerial threats, including drones such as the "Shahed". 2 542 22 Previously in trend: Shooting down Shaheds Modernization of the Ukrainian air defense system
Svyrydenko met with heads of Verkhovna Rada committees: They agreed to introduce urgent draft laws to continue reforms Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko held a meeting with the heads of the Verkhovna Rada committees. 1 085 8 Previously in trend: vote fails in Rada
Svyrydenko announces first investment from Ukrainian-American fund in navigation systems Active work is underway in Ukraine to attract foreign investment into the technology sector. 1 210 3 Previously in trend: Energy innovations Drone industry
Svyrydenko very often goes to Presidential Office and complains that Verkhovna Rada does not listen to her, - Bohuslavets, head of the ’Mezha’ Anti-Corruption Centre The current Prime Minister, Yulia Svyrydenko, is failing to communicate effectively with the Rada, which is why key bills have still not been passed. 5 643 57 Previously in trend: vote fails in Rada
Government allocates UAH 9.2 billion for winter preparations, Svyrydenko says The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated UAH 9.2 billion for the implementation of regional resilience plans. 952 7 Previously in trend: heating season
Norway to provide $200 million in budget support to Ukraine – Svyrydenko Norway has decided to provide $200 million in budget support to Ukraine through the World Bank’s PEACE project. 551 2 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine from Norway
Ukraine has received full set of accession criteria from EU, - Svyrydenko Today, March 17, the Ukrainian delegation in Brussels received the European Union’s conditions for accession regarding the final three negotiation clusters. 2 102 10 Previously in trend: Ukraine’s Membership in the EU
Svyrydenko met with Macron: They discussed development of cogeneration. VIDEO During her working visit to Paris, Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko met with French President Emmanuel Macron. 1 846 8 Previously in trend: French assistance to Ukraine
Fuel prices must be formed without speculation. Ukrnafta will serve as benchmark – Svyrydenko Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko held a meeting with key representatives of the petroleum products market. 1 537 9 Previously in trend: Gas Prices
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