A meeting took place in Kyiv between Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and a delegation from the International Monetary Fund led by Gavin Gray. The parties reviewed the current status of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program, which totals $8.1 billion for Ukraine.
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Key aspects of cooperation with the IMF
During the negotiations, Svyrydenko reported that the government and the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine are working together to implement the structural benchmarks of the EFF program. She emphasized the importance of these steps to ensure the fulfillment of commitments to international partners and to enhance the resilience of the state in various areas.
According to the head of the government, a vote on amendments to the state budget for 2026 is planned in parliament next week. These amendments should reflect the main needs for defense capability, as well as improve the economic, energy, and social resilience of the country.
“We must be as prepared as possible for the upcoming winter period,” emphasized the Prime Minister.
Support for reforms and next steps
IMF mission members welcomed the progress made by Ukraine in implementing reforms, which remain key commitments to partners. The Ukrainian side confirmed its intention to continue the de-shadowing of the economy and to deepen efforts to enhance the country’s investment attractiveness.
It is worth noting that the IMF mission began another review of the EFF program for Ukraine in Kyiv at the end of May 2026. Under this program, our state can expect financing of $8.1 billion.
