The message notes that Ukraine has undergone five reviews of the IMF program, with the fund updating its requirements each time. The ministry said that the memorandum from Oct. 18 reiterates previous measures, does not introduce new commitments, and does not foresee raising energy tariffs during the war.
At the same time, increasing tariffs is an option that was considered at every EFF program review, according to the statement. The measure is viewed as a potential way to address the deep energy crisis caused by Russia’s air strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure. The ministry added that tariff hikes would only be implemented with additional funding to subsidize vulnerable households.
On Oct. 18, the IMF approved the fifth review of the four-year EFF program for Ukraine, unlocking a $1.1 billion loan tranche.