Ukraine and IMF begin negotiations on new financing program
The leaders of Ukraine's Ministry of Finance, the National Bank of Ukraine, and experts from the International Monetary Fund have started discussions on a new financial cooperation program.
Economy
Russians begin cutting food expenses, switching to fast food – CCD
In Russia, restaurant patronage continues to fall steadily, with Russians increasingly opting for fast food.
17 November 2025
Ukraine is ready for joint drone production with France – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine is ready for joint drone production with France. According to him, this partnership will strengthen both countries and contribute to enhancing European security overall.
Government launches full-scale audit of Energoatom
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yuliia Svyrydenko has stated that the audit of the National Nuclear Energy Generating Company Energoatom is already underway, and its interim results are expected in December.
European Commission President presents three options for financial support to Ukraine
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed three models of financial support for Ukraine for the coming years, including a loan option backed by frozen Russian assets.
IMF proposes new $8B financing program for Ukraine – MP
The International Monetary Fund has proposed a new four-year financing program for Ukraine totaling about $8 billion.
Ukroboronprom holds first negotiations at Dubai Airshow exhibition
Representatives of JSC Ukrainian Defence Industry (Ukroboronprom) held their first negotiations at the Dubai Airshow international exhibition.
Power outages in four regions due to Russian attacks – Ukrenergo
As a result of drone attacks during the night and on Monday morning, November 17, consumers in the Chernihiv, Kharkiv, Donetsk, and Odesa regions are without power; by the end of the day, hourly blackout schedules ranging from 1 to 4 stages will be in effect.
IMF mission begins work in Ukraine
The International Monetary Fund mission has begun work in Ukraine today, together with government representatives, on launching a new Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program.
Power outage schedules to be in effect on Mon
In most regions of Ukraine on Monday, November 17, electricity consumption will be limited, with schedules for both residential and industrial consumers in effect from 00:00 to 23:59.
16 November 2025
Ukraine, Greece seal gas deal to boost winter energy security
Naftogaz of Ukraine and the Greek state company DEPA Commercial have signed a Letter of Intent on the supply of natural gas to Ukraine during the winter period, as part of the meeting between President Volodymyr Zelensky and Prime Minister of Greece Kyriakos Mitsotakis.
Gas supplies from Greece will begin in January, says Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that gas imports from Greece will begin in January next year.
Russia’s Central Bank records capital outflows for five months – CCD
The Central Bank of the Russian Federation has been recording capital outflows from the banking system for five consecutive months.
Zelensky: Ukraine announces new agreements with partners including gas supplies
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced new agreements with partners, in particular regarding gas supplies to Ukraine to compensate for losses in Ukrainian production due to Russian strikes.
Number of non-bank financial institutions in Ukraine decreases in October
In Ukraine, in October 2025, the number of participants in the non-bank financial market decreased by four companies to 787 institutions; the number of banks remained unchanged at 60.
15 November 2025
Energy workers restore power to some households in Chernihiv region
In Chernihiv region, energy workers have reduced the number of electricity consumers left without power after a Russian strike from 332,000 to 173,500.
Zelensky: beginning overhaul of key state-owned enterprises in energy sector
President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko and Economy Minister Oleksii Sobolev to define the course of action for rebooting the management bodies of state-owned enterprises in the energy sector.
Russia becomes increasingly dependent on China – intelligence
Russia’s economy is growing ever more dependent on the export of energy resources and metals, most of which are sold to China.
Russian economy entering phase of structural slowdown, FISU reports
The Russian economy is effectively entering a phase of structural slowdown. Its growth rates remain below the level needed to offset inflationary pressure.
Ukraine, Poland agree to speed up intergovernmental economic talks
Kyiv and Warsaw have agreed to speed up preparations for the meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, which is scheduled to take place in the first quarter of 2026.
14 November 2025
Draft budget includes UAH 75B increase for education and science — Finance Ministry
The draft state budget for 2026 includes an increase of over UAH 75 billion in funding for education and science.
13 November 2025
Government orders comprehensive audit of major state-owned enterprises – Svyrydenko
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has ordered a comprehensive audit of all major state-owned enterprises, including those in the energy and defense sectors.
IMF announces launch of mission in Ukraine to discuss new program
The International Monetary Fund mission is preparing to begin work with the Ukrainian authorities to explore options for launching a new financial program for Ukraine.
Czech finance minister on reparations loan for Ukraine: There are no decisions without risks
The current Czech government considers the use of a reparations loan to be the only realistic option for providing financial support to Ukraine.
IMF urges Ukraine to strengthen fight against corruption to maintain donor support
A secure anti-corruption framework and the protection of anti-corruption institutions are critically important elements for Ukraine, which continues to depend on the support of the international community.
Reparations loan can help avoid burdening EU state budgets - European Commissioner
The option of supporting Ukraine from the EU in the form of a reparations loan guaranteed by cash balances from frozen Russian assets is the only one that allows EU member states to avoid additional pressure on their own budgets to cover Ukraine's financing gap in 2026–2027.
Ukraine receives EUR 5.9B from EU – Svyrydenko
Ukraine has received EUR 5.9 billion in financial assistance from the European Union, according to Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko.
Zelensky urges EU to use frozen Russian assets: 'It's a question of our surviving'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on EU allies to overcome disagreements over the use of frozen Russian assets, stating that new financing is critically important for the war-affected Ukrainian economy to withstand the fight against Moscow.
New Energoatom supervisory board to be presented to government within a week
The Ministry of Economy, Environment and Agriculture, in coordination with G7 partner countries, will submit proposals to the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine within the week for the appointment of a new Supervisory Board for National Nuclear Energy Generating Company Energoatom.