Digest of Normative Acts:
🏥 The procedure for parallel import of medicines into Ukraine has been approved. A procedure for visual and laboratory control has been established, with specific features of labeling and repackaging of imported medicines defined. Importation in the original packaging with additional labeling in Ukrainian is permitted.
👨⚕️ The system of continuous professional development for medical professionals has been updated. Mandatory contract signing between the system administrator and educational service providers has been introduced. The principle of reimbursing the administrator’s actual expenses has been established.
🏗️ The procedure for providing subventions from the state budget to local budgets for Ukraine’s reconstruction using EIB funds has been established. Co-financing from local budgets of at least 23% is provided, with a maximum project implementation period of 18 months. Objects must remain in communal ownership for at least 20 years.
💷 Conditions for obtaining a loan from Great Britain for 2.258 billion pounds for the purchase of defense materials have been approved. Repayment is planned to be made from frozen Russian assets. The loan term is 30 years, with an interest rate consisting of the base rate plus a margin of 1.25% per annum.
📋 The military registration procedure for persons with disabilities has been improved. Automatic data exchange about disability between registers through the “Trembita” system has been introduced. Persons with disabilities are exempted from the need to pass a military medical commission when being registered.
Review of each of legal acts published today:
ON ACCOUNTING PRICE OF BANKING METALS
This is a daily notification by the National Bank of Ukraine on establishing accounting prices for banking metals.
The document structure is simple – a table with official prices for four types of banking metals (gold, silver, platinum, palladium) as of February 18, 2025. Prices are indicated in hryvnias per troy ounce.
Key provisions:
1. Gold is valued at 120,427.55 UAH per ounce
2. Silver – 1,343.00 UAH per ounce
3. Platinum – 41,049.26 UAH per ounce
4. Palladium – 40,989.00 UAH per ounce
It is important to understand that these prices are accounting prices and are used for accounting and statistical reporting. The NBU directly states that it does not undertake obligations to buy or sell metals at these prices.
ON THE OFFICIAL EXCHANGE RATE OF HRYVNIA TO FOREIGN CURRENCIES
This is an official notification by the National Bank of Ukraine on establishing exchange rates of foreign currencies relative to hryvnia as of 18.02.2025.
The document structure represents a table with 33 currencies, where for each is indicated:
– Digital and literal currency code according to international standard ISO 4217
– Number of currency units
– Full currency name
– Official exchange rate to hryvnia
Key rates of main currencies:
– US Dollar (USD): 41.5554 UAH
– Euro (EUR): 43.5168 UAH
– Pound Sterling (GBP): 52.3369 UAH
– Swiss Franc (CHF): 46.0933 UAH
It is important to note that these rates are used for accounting, NBU operations with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine, and other cases defined by legislation. At the same time, the NBU does not undertake obligations to buy or sell currency at these rates.
ON AMENDMENTS TO SOME RESOLUTIONS OF THE CABINET OF MINISTERS OF UKRAINE ON PARALLEL IMPORT OF MEDICINES
This resolution regulates the procedure for parallel import of medicines into Ukraine. It establishes a mechanism for controlling the import of medicines through parallel import and distributes powers between state bodies until the creation of a special regulatory body.
The document structure includes:
1. Main part with distribution of powers between the State Medicines Service and the State Expert Center of the Ministry of Health
2. Changes to 6 Cabinet of Ministers resolutions on medicine quality control, price regulation, and powers of the State Medicines Service
3. Detailed procedure for controlling parallel import of medicines
Key provisions:
– Established procedure for visual and laboratory control of medicines during parallel import
– Defined features of labeling and repackaging of imported medicines
– Provided possibility of importing medicines in original packaging with additional labeling in Ukrainian
– Established cases of mandatory laboratory analysis of imported medicines
– Extended price regulation mechanisms to medicines imported through parallel import
ON AMENDMENTS TO THE REGULATION ON THE CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM FOR HEALTHCARE WORKERS
This resolution amends the Regulation onsystem of continuous professional development of medical workers. The main changes concern the procedure for registering educational service providers and concluding contracts with them.
The document structure is simple – these are technical changes to the existing Regulation, which:
1. Update the name of the law on electronic trust services
2. Detail the procedure for concluding contracts with educational service providers
3. Establish a mechanism for reimbursing the system administrator’s expenses
Key innovations:
– Mandatory contract between the system administrator and educational service provider is introduced
– The principle of reimbursing the system administrator’s actual expenses is established
– Contracts must be placed in a special system module
– The amount of expenses subject to reimbursement will be determined by the system administrator
On Approval of the Procedure and Conditions for Providing Subventions from the State Budget to Local Budgets for Project Implementation within the Ukraine Restoration Program III
This CMU resolution establishes the procedure for providing subventions from the state budget to local budgets for implementing Ukraine restoration projects using European Investment Bank funds. The document defines the mechanism for distribution and use of funds for rebuilding social and residential infrastructure in territories controlled by Ukraine.
The document structure includes:
– General provisions about the subvention and its sources
– Subvention provision conditions (9 key requirements)
– Project selection procedure through an expert working group
– Project prioritization mechanism through a Unified Digital System
– Procedure for fund transfer and accounting
– Reporting and monitoring requirements
Key provisions:
1. Mandatory co-financing from local budgets – at least 23%
2. Maximum project implementation period – 18 months
3. Objects must remain in communal ownership for at least 20 years
4. Prohibited from using funds for land purchase and privatization
5. Projects must meet energy efficiency and barrier-free standards
6. Project selection performed through an expert working group with ministry representatives
7. Prioritization occurs automatically through Unified Digital System using a point system
On Submitting the Interreg (Interreg VI-C) Interreg Europe 2021-2027 Financing Agreement for Ratification by the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine
This is a technical order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine to submit an international agreement on the Interreg Europe program for 2021-2027 to the Verkhovna Rada for ratification.
The document structure is maximally simple – consisting of one point instructing submission of the agreement for parliamentary ratification. The agreement was signed on December 20, 2024, in Kyiv.
The Interreg Europe program is an interregional cooperation program funded by the European Union and aimed at improving regional development policy implementation through experience and best practice exchange between EU regions and partner countries. After ratifying the agreement, Ukraine can officially participate in the program’s projects and receive corresponding financing for re-On Approval of the Draft Agreement (in the form of an exchange of notes) between the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine and the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany on the Extension of the Agreement (in the form of an exchange of notes) between the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine and the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany on Cooperation in the Field of Biological and Chemical Safety and Nuclear/Radiological Protection within the Framework of the G7 Global Partnership against the Proliferation of Weapons and Mass Destruction Materials
This order concerns the continuation of international cooperation between Ukraine and Germany in a critically important security area. The document approves the draft agreement on further interaction between the two countries regarding biological, chemical, and nuclear safety within the G7 initiative.
The document structure is simple – it is a short order containing one point on approving the draft international agreement. The document continues the effect of an existing agreement between the countries.
Key aspects:
– The Agreement is implemented in the form of an exchange of diplomatic notes
– Covers three important safety areas: biological, chemical, and nuclear/radiological
– Is part of the G7 global initiative on non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction
– Aimed at continuing existing cooperation between Ukraine and Germany
The document concerns issues of military security and international cooperation in countering the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.
On Approval of the Draft Agreement between the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine and the Government of Nepal on Cancellation of Visa Requirements for Holders of Diplomatic, Official, and Service Passports
This is a CMU order approving an international agreement on simplifying the visa regime between Ukraine and Nepal for holders of special passport categories.
The document structure is simple – consisting of one point approving the draft intergovernmental agreement on a visa-free regime for holders of diplomatic, official, and service passports.
The main provision is granting permission to sign an agreement with Nepal that will allow diplomats and officials from both countries to travel without visas. This is a standard international practice to facilitate official contacts between states. Such agreements typically provide for visa-free stay in the territory of another state for a specified period (most often 90 days) for holders of special passport categories.
On Alienation by Transfer of Immovable Property to Communal Ownership
This is a CMU order concerning the transfer of a specific real estate object from JSC “Ukrainian Railways” to the communal ownership of the Lviv City Territorial Community.
The document structure is simple – it is one administrative provision on transferring non-residential premises at 99 Povitryana Street in Lviv from state to communal ownership.
Key points:
1. Property is transferred free of charge (alienation by transfer)
2. Two important restrictions are established:
– The object’s intended purpose must be maintained
– Further alienation to private ownership is prohibited
3. Clearly definedIdentified Transfer Object through Letters and Registration Number
This is a typical order for property transfer, of which the Cabinet of Ministers adopts dozens annually within decentralization and state property management optimization processes.
Regarding the Signing of the Agreement between the Government of Ukraine and the European Public Law Organization on Establishing the European Public Law Organization Office in Ukraine
This Cabinet of Ministers order concerns approval of an international agreement draft on opening a representation of the European Public Law Organization in Ukraine. The document authorizes the Minister of Education and Science of Ukraine to sign this agreement on behalf of the Government.
The document structure is simple and consists of two main points: approval of the agreement draft and appointment of an authorized person for its signing.
Key provisions:
1. The draft international agreement on establishing the EPLO office in Ukraine is approved
2. Signing authority is granted to the Minister of Education and Science
3. This is the first step towards institutional presence of a European public law organization in Ukraine, which may contribute to the development of the legal system and education
This act is important for developing Ukraine’s international cooperation in public law and legal education, creating prerequisites for closer integration with European legal institutions.
Regarding Approval of Basic Conditions for Executing a Transaction with Contingent Obligations, as a Result of which the State Receives a Credit from the Treasury of His Majesty’s Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Essence of the act:
The resolution approves conditions for Ukraine receiving a credit from Great Britain amounting to 2.258 billion pounds sterling for purchasing defense materials. The credit’s specific feature is that its repayment is planned not from the state budget, but from frozen Russian assets according to the EU mechanism.
Structure and main provisions:
1. The credit agreement is concluded between the Minister of Finance of Ukraine and the UK Treasury
2. Interest rate consists of a base rate (linked to British government bonds) plus a margin of 1.25% per annum
3. Interest payments are made twice a year – on April 6 and October 6
4. Credit repayment term is 30 years from the contract date
Key features:
– Credit has a specific purpose – defense materials procurement
– Repayment is primarily from frozen Russian assets
– The creditor has limited right to demand fund return from the state budget (only if compensation is received from Russia or in case of substantial contract violation)
– Credit mechanism is implemented within a special EU Regulation and corresponding Agreement between Ukraine and the EU
Regarding Amendments to Procedures Approved by Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Resolutions from May 16, 2024 No. 559 and from August 16, 2024 No. 932
The essence of changes involves improving military registration procedures for persons with disabilities and automating draft data verification process.
