Legislation Digest
Notification of the National Bank of Ukraine on Accounting Prices for Bank Metals
The National Bank of Ukraine has established accounting prices for gold, silver, platinum, and palladium per troy ounce as of May 13, 2025. These prices are used for accounting purposes and calculation of financial indicators but are not mandatory for purchase and sale transactions. It is important to note that the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these metals at the stated accounting prices.
Notification of the National Bank of Ukraine on the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia Against Foreign Currencies and SDRs
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs for May 13, 2025. Official exchange rates are used for accounting, NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine, and in other cases defined by law. The NBU does not undertake any obligation to buy or sell these currencies at these rates.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Appointment of Trotsko A.V.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has appointed Andrii Volodymyrovych Trotsko to the position of Deputy Head of the State Tax Service of Ukraine. The appointment is made for a term not exceeding 12 months after the termination or cancellation of martial law. Remuneration shall be carried out in accordance with the legislation.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Appointment of Lysiuk S.M.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has appointed Serhii Mykolaiovych Lysiuk to the position of Deputy Head of the State Tax Service of Ukraine. The term of appointment is limited to the period of martial law and 12 months after its completion. Remuneration shall be carried out in accordance with the legislation.
Law of Ukraine “On Ratification of the Agreement between the Government of Ukraine and the Government of the United States of America on the Establishment of the American-Ukrainian Investment Fund for Reconstruction”
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has ratified the agreement between Ukraine and the United States on the establishment of an investment fund for the reconstruction of Ukraine. Ratification of the agreement does not imply automatic approval of other agreements related to its implementation. Any additional agreements must not contradict the provisions of the ratified agreement and must not create new international legal obligations for Ukraine.
Order of the Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine on Amendments to the Order Regarding Web Resources of the Verkhovna Rada
The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has made amendments to the previous order regarding the functioning of the web resources of the Verkhovna Rada. The changes concern the exclusion of one of the points of the Technological Scheme of Information Filling of Web Resources.
Order of the Ministry of Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine on Amendments to the List of Territories Where Hostilities Are (Were) Conducted or Which Are Temporarily Occupied
The Ministry of Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine has made amendments to the list of territories where hostilities are (were) conducted or which are temporarily occupied by the Russian Federation. The start dates of hostilities/occupation have been updated for certain settlements, new territories have been added to the list, and the end dates of hostilities have been adjusted for some liberated territories. The changes reflect the current situation on the front line and the status of the territories.
Agreement between the Government of Ukraine and the Government of the United States of America on the Establishment of the American-Ukrainian Investment Fund for Reconstruction
The agreement provides for the establishment of the American-Ukrainian Investment Fund for Reconstruction for economic cooperation and investment attraction. The fund will operate on the basis of transparent and accountable investments, consistent with democratic values and market principles. The Government of Ukraine undertakes to provide the Partnership with a regime no less favorable than that provided for in the Agreement, regardless of future changes in legislation.
Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to the Law of Ukraine “On the Legal Regime of Martial Law” Regarding the Naming and Renaming of Military Administrations of Settlements”
The law amends the Law of Ukraine “On the Legal Regime of Martial Law,” clarifying the procedure for naming and renaming military administrations of settlements. Renaming an administrative-territorial unit entails the need to change the name of the corresponding military administration. The decision on renaming is made by the head of the military administration.
Order of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine No. 215
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has made technical corrections to Order No. 193, which concerns changes to Appendix 1 of the Procedure for Conducting Training on the Passage of Alert Signals During Martial Law. The changes include clarifying references to regulatory acts and adding the State Agency for Energy Efficiency and Energy Saving of Ukraine to the list of bodies participating in the training. The order comes into force from the date of its official publication.
Order of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine on Clothing Support
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has amended the norms for providing clothing to servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the State Special Transport Service. A new Norm No. 69 has been introduced, which defines the list of adaptive clothing and personal hygiene products for servicemen who have suffered injuries, wounds, or illnesses. The specifics of the supply and accounting of these items are determined by the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine in coordination with the Ministry of Health of Ukraine.
Order of the State Archival Service of Ukraine on the Organization of Scientific Activities
The State Archival Service of Ukraine has made amendments to the Regulations on the Organization of Scientific and Scientific-Technical Activities. The terminology, planning procedures, and implementation of scientific work in the field of archival affairs and the insurance fund of documentation have been clarified. The changes are aimed at increasing the practical value of scientific research and its effective implementation in the field of archival affairs.
Order of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine on State Control at Border Inspection Posts
The Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine has made a technical correction to the note of the List of Products Subject to State Control at Designated Border Inspection Posts. The reference to the column with the description of information in the list of products has been changed.
Order of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine on the List of Military Administration Bodies
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has amended the list of military administration bodies whose jurisdiction extends to the entire territory of Ukraine. The changes concern the name of one of the military administration bodies.
Order of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine on Instructions for Submitting Reports and Submissions
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has amended the instructions for submitting reports and submissions. The intelligence body of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has been excluded from the scope of these instructions. Some provisions regarding the accounting of offenses have also been adjusted.
Order of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine on Training on the Passage of Alert Signals
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has amended Appendix 1 to the Procedure for Conducting Training on the Passage of Alert Signals During Martial Law. The names of some ministries have been changed, and the State Agency for Energy Efficiency and Energy Saving of Ukraine has been added to the list of bodies participating in the training.
Order of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine on State Control at Border Inspection Posts (List of Products)
The Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine has amended the list of products subject to state control at border inspection posts. The list of goods subject to mandatory inspection upon import into Ukraine has been updated.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Public Investment Management
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has defined new rules for managing public investments, covering all stages – from the preparation to the implementation of projects and programs financed by public funds. Four key procedures regulating various aspects of public investment management have been approved. A Unified Information System for Managing Public Investment Projects is being introduced.
Decision of the European Court of Human Rights in the Case of “Odesa Sandwich Company LLC v. Ukraine”
The European Court of Human Rights in the case of “Odesa Sandwich Company LLC v. Ukraine” found a violation of the right to property. The Court emphasized that even if the interference has a legitimate aim, the state must provide fair compensation, especially when it comes to bona fide purchasers of property.
Review of each of legal acts published today:
### **On the accounting price of banking metals**
This is a notification from the National Bank of Ukraine regarding the accounting prices for banking metals, namely gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, as of May 13, 2025.
**Structure of the notification:**
The notification includes a table with the following columns:
* Digital code
* Letter code (international metal designation)
* Number of troy ounces (in this case, always 1)
* Name of the banking metal
* Accounting price in hryvnias per one troy ounce
**Key provisions:**
1. Accounting prices are established for gold (UAH 134,003.02), silver (UAH 1,343.79), platinum (UAH 40,946.36), and palladium (UAH 40,277.59) per one troy ounce.
2. It is important to note that the National Bank of Ukraine is not obliged to buy or sell these metals at the specified accounting prices. This means that these prices are used for accounting and other purposes, but are not binding for purchase and sale transactions.
**Most important provisions for use:**
The accounting prices set by the NBU can be used for:
* Accounting for the value of banking metals in accounts.
* Calculating financial indicators related to banking metals.
* Determining the value of collateral or other assets expressed in banking metals.
* Other regulatory purposes determined by the NBU.
### **On the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies**
This document is an official notification from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) on the establishment of the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs (Special Drawing Rights) for a specific date – May 13, 2025.
The structure of the document is simple: it is a table that contains a list of foreign currencies and SDRs, their digital and letter codes, the number of units of currency/SDR, and the official exchange rate of the hryvnia to them. It is important to note that these rates are used for reflection in accounting, for NBU operations with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine (DKSU), and in other cases defined by law.
The most important provision is that the NBU does not undertake any obligation to buy or sell these currencies at these rates. This means that the official rate is a benchmark, but the real rate in the foreign exchange market may differ.
### **On the appointment of A.V. Trotsko as Deputy Head of the State Tax Service of Ukraine**
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns a personnel matter.
**Essence of the order:** Appointment of Andriy Volodymyrovych Trotsko to the position of Deputy Head of the State Tax Service of Ukraine.
**Structure and main provisions:** The order contains one main provision – the appointment of a specific person to the position. The full name of the appointed person, the title of the position, and the term for which the appointment is made are indicated.
concerns the appointment (no more than 12 months after the termination or cancellation of martial law). It is also stated that wages will be paid in accordance with the law.
**Important provisions:** It is important that the appointment takes place for a period limited to the period after the end of martial law. This may indicate the temporary nature of the appointment, due to the special conditions of martial law. ****
**On the appointment of Lysiuk S.M. as Deputy Head of the State Tax Service of Ukraine**
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns the appointment of a specific person to the position of Deputy Head of the State Tax Service of Ukraine.
**Structure and main provisions:**
The order consists of one clause, which directly defines the appointment of Serhii Mykolayovych Lysiuk to the position of Deputy Head of the State Tax Service of Ukraine. The date of commencement of duties and the term of appointment, which does not exceed 12 months after the termination or cancellation of martial law, are indicated. It is also stated that wages will be paid in accordance with the law.
**Key provisions for use:**
It is important that the term of office is limited to the period of martial law and 12 months after its completion. You should also pay attention to the date of commencement of actual duties, as the term of appointment begins from that date. ****
**On ratification of the Agreement between the Government of Ukraine and the Government of the United States of America on the establishment of the American-Ukrainian Investment Fund for Reconstruction**
Good day! Now I will briefly tell you about the Law of Ukraine “On Ratification of the Agreement between the Government of Ukraine and the Government of the United States of America on the Establishment of the American-Ukrainian Investment Fund for Reconstruction”.
1. **Essence of the Law:** This law ratifies an international agreement between Ukraine and the United States on the establishment of an investment fund, the purpose of which is to promote the reconstruction of Ukraine. The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine emphasizes that the ratification of this agreement does not mean automatic approval of other agreements related to its implementation. It is also emphasized that any additional agreements should not contradict the provisions of the ratified agreement and should not create new international legal obligations for Ukraine without proper approval.
2. **Structure of the Law:** The law consists of a stating part, which expresses reservations regarding other agreements, and a operative part, which directly ratifies the Agreement between the Governments of Ukraine and the United States. The text of the agreement itself is attached to the law. Important is the statement that the agreement is valid throughout the territory of Ukraine within its internationally recognized state border, including the territorial sea of Ukraine.
3. **Main provisions:** The most important is the fact of ratification of the agreement, which opens the way for the creation and functioning
the ratification of the Agreement between Ukraine and the United States of America on the establishment of the American-Ukrainian Investment Fund for Reconstruction. Also important is the Verkhovna Rada’s reservation regarding the need for separate consideration and approval of any additional agreements related to the implementation of this agreement in order to avoid unforeseen obligations for Ukraine.
On Amending the Order of the Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine No. 21 of January 31, 2022 “On Certain Issues of Functioning of the Official Website and Other Web Resources of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine”
This order of the Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine amends the previous order regarding the functioning of the Verkhovna Rada’s web resources. The changes concern the exclusion of one of the points of the Technological Scheme of Information Content of Web Resources.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The order consists of one point, which makes changes by excluding point 26 from appendix 3 to the previous order No. 21 of January 31, 2022.
**Main Provisions for Use:**
For those who work with the Verkhovna Rada’s web resources, it is important to note that point 26 of the Technological Scheme of Information Content is no longer valid. This may affect the procedures and requirements for filling the website and other web resources.
On Approving Amendments to the List of Territories Where Hostilities Are (Were) Conducted or Temporarily Occupied by the Russian Federation
Good day! Of course, I will help you understand this order.
**1. Essence of the Law:**
This order of the Ministry of Community Development and Territories of Ukraine amends the list of territories where hostilities are (were) conducted or which are temporarily occupied by the Russian Federation. It updates the dates of the beginning of hostilities/occupation for certain settlements and adds new territories to the list, as well as adjusts the dates of the end of hostilities for some territories that have been liberated.
**2. Structure and Main Provisions:**
The order consists of two parts:
* **Ordering Part:** Approves amendments to the list, defines those responsible for state registration and publication of the order, and establishes the date of its entry into force.
* **Amendments to the List:** Introduce specific changes to the list of territories, in particular:
* New settlements are added to the list of territories where hostilities are taking place.
* The dates of commencement and termination of hostilities/occupation are clarified for individual settlements.
* Changes are made to the list of territorial communities from which certain settlements are excluded, regarding which information has appeared about liberation from occupation or cessation of hostilities.
Compared to the previous version of the list, the changes reflect the current situation at the front and the status of the territories.
**3. Important Provisions for Use:**
The most important provisions of this order are the changes to the list of territories, since that is precisely
