Digest of Ukrainian Legislation
Information Notice of the National Bank of Ukraine Regarding Accounting Prices for Banking Metals
The National Bank of Ukraine regularly publishes accounting prices for banking metals such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. These prices are used for internal accounting within the banking system and are not binding for the purchase and sale of metals on the market. Accounting prices may differ from market prices, so they should only be used as a reference for internal calculations.
Information Notice of the National Bank of Ukraine Regarding the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia
The National Bank of Ukraine sets the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs daily. This rate is used for accounting and certain operations stipulated by law. It is important to remember that the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell currency at this rate, as it is intended for internal calculations.
Resolution of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine on Amendments to the Agenda of the Thirteenth Session
The Verkhovna Rada has added to the session’s agenda draft laws concerning the strengthening of the powers of the NABU and SAPO, as well as financial support for the security and defense sector. The most important changes concern the strengthening of anti-corruption bodies and defense funding.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Amendments to the Issues of Preparing Proposals on Sanctions
The government has amended the process of preparing proposals for the application of sanctions, particularly against foreign individuals and legal entities. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs receives expanded powers in preparing proposals for sanctions based on decisions of foreign states. The Interdepartmental Working Group may now propose changes to sanctions legislation and adapt it to EU norms.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding the Reorganization or Liquidation of Ministries
The Cabinet of Ministers has expanded the list of persons who can head the commission for the reorganization of central executive bodies. Now, the head, deputy head, or another official of the body created as a result of the reorganization may chair the commission.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Amendments to the Interdepartmental Commission on the Organization of Production Sharing Agreements
The Cabinet of Ministers has changed the composition and regulations of the Interdepartmental Commission on the Organization of Production Sharing Agreements. The Minister of Economy becomes the co-chair of the commission on mineral resources, and the State Secretary of the Cabinet of Ministers becomes the deputy co-chair. Certain positions have been excluded from the commission’s composition.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding the Procurement of Drones and Electronic Warfare Equipment
The government has allowed the inclusion of commissions and interest on loans in the purchase price of domestically produced drones and electronic warfare equipment, but not more than 10% of the production cost. The manufacturer must justify the need for such expenses. This does not apply to contracts already concluded.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Ur
### Governmental Committees
Four governmental committees have been established, responsible for various areas of state policy. The areas of responsibility have been distributed among the committees, and their personnel composition has been approved, which determines how and what issues will be considered at the governmental level.
### Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding Military Registration and Mobilization
The government has introduced changes to the rules of military registration and mobilization. Women with medical education are required to appear at the Territorial Recruitment Center (ТЦК) within 60 days to determine their suitability for service. Conscripts after the age of 25 are automatically removed from the register without a summons. Electronic document management is being actively implemented.
### Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Appointment of the Director of Odesa Airport
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the candidacy of Mykola Stepanovych Magasevych for the position of director of the state enterprise “Directorate for the Construction of Odesa International Airport.” This personnel decision is intended to ensure the stable operation of the enterprise.
### Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Distribution of Responsibilities Among the Vice Prime Ministers
The Cabinet of Ministers has determined the distribution of duties and areas of responsibility among the First Vice Prime Minister and other Vice Prime Ministers. The procedure for replacing their powers in case of absence has been defined.
### Procedure for Returning Assets to Clients of Professional Capital Market Participants Subject to Sanctions
A mechanism has been established for the return of assets, including money, to clients of professional capital market participants who are subject to sanctions in the form of asset freezing. Clients can recover their assets held in the Central Depository, the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU), the Clearing Center, or in the bank accounts of such participant. The procedures and responsible parties have been identified.
### Order of the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine on Amendments to Order No. 972
Specific amendments have been made to Order No. 972, concerning grammatical and stylistic corrections. The changes relate to the correction of certain inaccuracies and errors in the previous order, which ensures legal certainty.
### Order of the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine Regarding Tax Assessment Notices
The Ministry of Finance of Ukraine has amended the Procedure for Sending Tax Assessment Notices by Controlling Authorities to Taxpayers, replacing the reference to an article of the Customs Code of Ukraine in connection with the implementation of the provisions of the Customs Code of the European Union.
### Order of the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine on Changing the Names of Ministries
The Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine has replaced the old names of ministries and their abbreviations with current ones in regulatory legal acts governing maritime and road transport, the operation of port facilities, and other areas of transport and infrastructure.
### Order of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine Regarding Professional Development of Medical Professionals
The Ministry of Health has extended the effect of Order No. 2040 to all medical professionals of communal healthcare institutions, and
