Russia on brink of economic crisis over war machine costs – Ukraine intel
Russia is on the verge of an economic crisis, the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine (SZRU) assesses.
Economy
Ukrzaliznytsia receives first shipment of Austrian rails
Ukrzaliznytsia JSC has received its first shipment of rails made by Austria’s Voestalpine Rail Technology GmbH.
02 May 2025
Ukraine-US minerals deal covers all mineral resources across Ukraine – Economy Ministry
The U.S.-Ukraine agreement establishing a Reconstruction Investment Fund affirms Ukraine's territorial integrity and applies to all mineral resources located within the country.
Bioethanol-containing gasoline not to be stored for a long time – expert
The shelf life of high-quality gasoline containing bioethanol does not exceed six months. It is not recommended to store such gasoline for a long time.
Minerals deal could bring tens or even hundreds of billions in investments – PM
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has said that the agreement with the United States to establish a Reconstruction Investment Fund could result in tens or even hundreds of billions of U.S. dollars in investments.
Shmyhal in parliament on US deal: All natural resources remain under Ukraine's control
Under the newly signed U.S.-Ukraine minerals agreement, all Ukrainian natural resources will remain under Ukraine's ownership.
No profit from minerals deal likely for over decade – Reuters
The financial payoff from a new minerals deal between Ukraine and the U.S. is likely to take a decade or longer.
ENTSO-E raises electricity export capacity limit from Ukraine towards EU countries
The European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity (ENTSO-E) has increased the electricity export capacity limit of Ukraine and Moldova by 100 megawatts to 650 megawatts.
01 May 2025
Russian energy, metallurgical companies hit by Ukraine sanctions
Presidential Commissioner for Sanctions Policy Vladyslav Vlasiuk says that among the Russian companies on which Ukraine imposed sanctions today are energy and metallurgical enterprises that contribute to the Russian defense program.
Deal with Ukraine not only about rare earths, but also about infrastructure, energy – U.S. Treasury Secretary
The signing of the agreement on minerals between Ukraine and the U.S. is a strong signal to the Russian leadership.
Ukrainian arms producers get 15 preferential loans
Fifteen 15 Ukrainian defense firms have already received preferential loans aimed on their development.
Ukraine mandates at least 5% share of liquid biocomponents in gasoline from May 1
Starting May 1, gasoline sold in Ukraine must contain at least 5% liquid biocomponents.
Luxembourg to allocate EUR 10M to support Ukraine's energy sector
Luxembourg will allocate EUR 10 million to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund in 2025, with the funds designated for infrastructure modernization, equipment procurement, and fuel supply.
Ukraine, United States sign natural resources deal
Ukraine and the United States have signed an agreement to establish a Reconstruction Investment Fund.
Ukraine completes EU screening for enterprise, industrial policy
Ukraine has completed an official screening of legislative compliance with EU standards under Chapter 20 ‘Enterprise and Industrial Policy’.
30 April 2025
Minerals deal with U.S. may be signed within 24 hours – PM Shmyhal
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal expressed hope that the minerals agreement between the governments of Ukraine and the U.S. will be signed within the next 24 hours.
Ukraine’s power plants to deploy nearly 1 GW of generation this year, PM says
The Cabinet of Ministers plans to draw up by May 15 a detailed plan to prepare for the heating season.
Police seize nearly UAH 20 billion worth of Russian property in Ukraine
The National Police of Ukraine continues systematic work to identify, seize and transfer assets related to Russian capital to the state, and the total value of the seized property reaches UAH 20 billion.
Ukraine, Lithuania discuss joint defense industry projects
A Ukrainian delegation met with Lithuania's Deputy Foreign Minister, Julius Pranevicius, to discuss the development of joint projects in the defense industry.
Minister Koval invites Danish businesses to invest in Ukraine’s agriculture
Ukrainian Agrarian Policy and Food Minister Vitalii Koval has called on Danish business representatives to invest in Ukraine’s agricultural sector, especially the creation of processing facilities, and enter global markets with the products made under joint brands.
29 April 2025
New business opportunities, full market access: Cabinet approves FTA with UAE
The Cabinet of Ministers endorsed a draft law on the ratification of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between the Government of Ukraine and the Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Ukraine loses nearly 50% of its gas production due to Russian attacks – PM Shmyhal
This winter, Russia carried out a series of large-scale attacks on Ukraine’s gas extraction infrastructure, causing a loss of nearly 50% of the country’s total gas production.
Brave1 Market: Ukraine launches marketplace for cutting-edge defense technologies
Brave1 Market — a marketplace for cutting-edge technologies designed for Ukrainian military forces — has officially launched in Ukraine.
Naftogaz signs agreement attracting funds from EBRD, Norway to purchase gas
Naftogaz of Ukraine NJSC has signed an agreement attracting EUR 270 million in loan funds from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and a grant agreement with Norway, totaling EUR 140 million, to urgently purchase 1 billion cubic meters of gas.
Kremlin to prepare Russians for falling living standards - Ukraine officials
The Russian authorities have started to prepare the population for a decrease in budget revenues a decline in living standards due to the war on Ukraine.
28 April 2025
Sergii Koretskyi appointed new CEO of Naftogaz
Sergii Koretskyi has won the competition for the position of CEO at NJSC Naftogaz of Ukraine.
Gas supply restored in Cherkasy following Russian drone attack
Gas supply has been successfully restored in Cherkasy after disruptions caused by a Russian drone attack.
Ukraine ready to help Europe restore power supply – Halushchenko
Ukraine is ready to share with the European partners its experience in restoring electricity supply to stabilize the energy system after massive power outages.
Russia intends to supply gas to Iran - Ukraine intel
Russia plans to start supplying its natural gas to Iran as early as 2025, utilizing both existing gas mains and laying new branches.