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Why Zelenskyy picked Koretskyi as his top PM candidate

Sergii Koretskyi, current head of Ukraine's state energy company Naftogaz, has built a reputation as an effective manager, along with a track record of loyalty and strong professional standing with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy — qualities that have made him the leading candidate for prime minister, RBC-Ukraine reported on July 16, citing informed sources.

16 July, 11:01 AM

Parliamentary committee approves PM Svyrydenko's resignation

A parliamentary committee approved Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko's resignation on July 14, clearing the way for a final vote by parliament expected around 2 p.m. EEST, MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak reported on Telegram.

14 July, 01:19 PM

Ukraine introduces business inspection moratorium - Prime Minister

The new government has imposed a moratorium on law enforcement inspections of businesses at its first meeting, Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko said, Ukrinform reported on July 30.

30 July 2025, 09:53 AM

Svyrydenko says corruption fears in Ukraine are 'exaggerated'

Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko dismissed concerns about corruption in Ukraine as “exaggerated” in an interview with Bloomberg published on July 22.

22 July 2025, 04:59 PM

Ukrainian parliament appoints Yulia Svyrydenko as prime minister

Ukraine’s parliament appointed Yuliia Svyrydenko as the country’s prime minister, Golos MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak reported on Telegram on July 17.

17 July 2025, 01:03 PM

Shmyhal steps down with a record: Parliament to dismiss PM, launch sweeping Cabinet reshuffle

July 16 marks the start of a sweeping overhaul of Ukraine’s Cabinet. Parliament is expected to dismiss Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, who has led the government for more than five years — the longest tenure in Ukraine’s post-independence history.

16 July 2025, 10:44 AM

Zelenskyy picks Economy Minister Svyrydenko to head Ukraine’s government

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposed Economy Minister Yulia Svyrydenko as the prime minister, tasking her with significantly reforming the Cabinet, according to a statement on X on July 14 following their meeting.

14 July 2025, 04:58 PM

Shmyhal's low profile helps him remain Ukraine's PM despite frequent shake-ups

With the help of members of the president's team, former ministers, MPs, and experts, NV has identified four key qualities of Denys Shmyhal that have enabled him to lead the government for over four years.

3 October 2024, 05:06 PM

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