Digest of Ukrainian Legislation
Greetings! Here is a digest of important changes in Ukrainian legislation for the recent period:
Notification of the National Bank of Ukraine Regarding Accounting Prices for Bank Metals
The National Bank of Ukraine has set accounting prices for bank metals (gold, silver, platinum, palladium) for August 5, 2025. These prices are used for accounting purposes only and do not oblige the NBU to buy or sell these metals at the specified prices. Accounting prices are given for one troy ounce of each metal.
Notification of the National Bank of Ukraine Regarding the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs for August 5, 2025. These rates are used for reflection in accounting, NBU’s transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine, and in other cases defined by law. The NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these currencies at these rates.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Temporary Assignment of the Duties of Director of the SE “Guaranteed Buyer”
Due to the absence of the director of the SE “Guaranteed Buyer,” the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine temporarily assigned the duties of the director to the deputy director for general issues, Vladyslav Volodymyrovych Novikov. This appointment will be valid until the appointment of a director in the established order.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Appointment of Zaychenko Yu.V.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has appointed Yuliia Valeriivna Zaychenko to the position of the first deputy Head of the State Agency of Ukraine PlayCity. The term of office is no more than 12 months after the termination or cancellation of martial law.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Appointment of Nekrasov A.L.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has appointed Artem Leonidovych Nekrasov as the first deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Cancellation of the Order Regarding Nekrasov A.L.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine canceled the previous order of December 27, 2022, No. 1203, which temporarily assigned the duties of director of the state enterprise “Guaranteed Buyer” to A. L. Nekrasov.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Appointment of Yukhymchuk O.Yu.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has appointed Olha Yuriivna Yukhymchuk as Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine for European Integration.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Dismissal of Yukhymchuk O.Yu.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dismissed Olha Yuriivna Yukhymchuk from the post of Deputy Minister of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine for European Integration.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Dismissal of Chesnokov A.V.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dismissed Andrii Volodymyrovych Chesnokov from the post of Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports of Ukraine at his own request, with the date of dismissal set as August 21, 2025.
Resolution of the CMU Regarding Changes in the Procedure for Awarding the Scientific Degree of Doctor of Sciences
Amendments have been made to the procedure for awarding and revoking the scientific degree of Doctor of Sciences, in particular, the terms have been clarified, provisions regarding the use of artificial intelligence in writing dissertations have been added, and issues related to the scientific consultant’s refusal to provide an opinion have been regulated. The changes concern the requirements for opponents and the procedure for reviewing additional materials of the Ministry of Education and Science.
Resolution of the CMU Regarding the Use of Budget Funds for Scientific Research
Amendments have been made to the procedure for using budget funds to support priority scientific research and development in higher education institutions and scientific institutions. The changes concern the financing procedure, the distribution of funds between scientific institutions, and the rules for advance payment under contracts for the performance of scientific work.
Resolution of the CMU Regarding Changes in the Activities of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
Amendments have been made to the Regulations of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine and the Regulations on the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the responsibilities between officials have been redistributed, in particular, the State Secretary of the Cabinet of Ministers, and the activities of the Secretariat have been optimized.
Resolution of the CMU Regarding the Activities of the First Vice Prime Minister of Ukraine – Minister of Digital Transformation
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine is making changes to a number of previous acts relating to the activities of the First Vice Prime Minister of Ukraine – Minister of Digital Transformation. The main purpose of the changes is to harmonize the title of the position in various regulatory documents.
Resolution of the CMU Regarding the Allocation of Funds from the Fund for the Liquidation of the Consequences of Armed Aggression
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has increased the total amount of funding from the fund for the liquidation of the consequences of armed aggression and updated the list of projects funded from this fund. The funds are directed to the construction and restoration of infrastructure, residential and public facilities in various regions of Ukraine.
Order of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine Regarding Feed Research
The Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine has made technical amendments to the Procedure for Market Operators to Conduct Periodic Research of Feed for the Content of Substances Whose Presence Is Restricted or Prohibited.
Order of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy of Ukraine Regarding the Monitoring of Dioxins in Feed
This order approves the Procedure for Market Operators to Conduct Periodic Research (Testing) of Feed for the Content of Substances Whose Presence Is Restricted or Prohibited. It defines the obligations of market operators to conduct laboratory tests of feed, in particular fats, oils and products made from them, for the presence of dioxins and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls.
Agreement Between the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine and the Government of the Czech Republic
The agreement between the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine and the Government of the Czech Republic defines the conditions for the placement of diplomatic missions of both countries, providing for the transfer for free lease for 49 years of land plots in Prague and Kyiv.
Order of the State Nuclear Regulatory Inspectorate Regarding Licensing of Personnel Training for Nuclear Facilities
The order introduces changes to the rules for licensing the training of personnel for the operation of a nuclear facility, as well as to the list of documents required to obtain a license in the field of nuclear energy use, in order to bring the regulatory framework into compliance with the Law of Ukraine “On Administrative Procedure” and to improve the licensing process.
Order of the State Aviation Service of Ukraine Regarding ATC Controllers
The State Aviation Service of Ukraine has adapted the Aviation Rules of Ukraine to the provisions of the European Commission Regulation (EU) No. 2015/340, which establishes similar requirements in the European Union. The new version of the rules details the requirements for issuing, maintaining the validity and use of ATC controller certificates, as well as the certification of organizations that train them.
Decision of the ECHR in the Case of “Derdin v. Ukraine”
The ECHR found a violation of Article 10 of the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, as the Ukrainian courts obliged the journalist to refute the information published in his journal. The Court found that the interference with the applicant’s right to freedom of expression was not “necessary in a democratic society.”
Decision of the ECHR in the Case of “Tokar v. Ukraine”
The ECHR found a violation of Article 2 of Protocol No. 4 (freedom of movement) and Article 13 of the Convention (right to an effective remedy) in connection with the refusal to issue a foreign passport due to unreliable information in the information and computer system of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The Court emphasized the importance of verifying the relevance of information used to restrict the right to freedom of movement.
Decision of the ECHR in the Case of “Indylo v. Ukraine”
The ECHR found violations of Articles 2 and 3 of the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms in the case of “Indylo v. Ukraine.” The Court found a violation of the State’s obligation to ensure an effective investigation into the deaths of persons held in custody.
Review of each of legal acts published today:
### **On the accounting price of banking metals**
This announcement by the National Bank of Ukraine establishes the accounting prices for banking metals such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium for a specific date – August 5, 2025. These prices are calculated per troy ounce of each metal and are used for accounting purposes. It is important to note that the NBU is not obligated to buy or sell these metals at the stated prices.
The structure of the announcement is simple: it contains a table with codes (numeric and alphabetic), the quantity of troy ounces, the name of the banking metal, and the corresponding accounting price.
The main provision to consider when using this information is that the accounting prices are not binding for the purchase and sale of banking metals by the National Bank of Ukraine. They are only for accounting and reporting purposes.
### **On the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies**
This announcement by the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) contains the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs (Special Drawing Rights) for a specific date – August 5, 2025. The announcement specifies the numeric and alphabetic codes of the currencies, the number of units of currency/SDR, the name of the currency/SDR, and the official exchange rate of the hryvnia to each currency.
The structure of the announcement includes a list of foreign currencies and SDRs, for each of which the following is provided:
– Numeric code
– Alphabetic code
– Number of units of currency / SDR
– Name of currency/SDR
– Official exchange rate
It is important that these rates are used for reflection in accounting, for NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine (DKSU), and in other cases defined by the legislation of Ukraine. At the same time, the NBU does not undertake to buy or sell these currencies at these rates.
### **On the appointment of A. Kryvonozhko as Commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine**
This Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 581/2025 of August 3, 2025, concerns personnel changes in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The Decree appoints Anatoliy Mykolayovych Kryvonozhko to the position of Commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The structure of the decree is simple: it consists of one paragraph that directly concerns the appointment of a specific person to a specific position. The decree does not contain additional provisions or amendments to previous regulations.
The main provision of the decree is the appointment of Anatoliy Mykolayovych Kryvonozhko as Commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This decision is important for ensuring leadership and utroops.
On the Temporary Assignment of the Duties of Director of the State Enterprise “Guaranteed Buyer” to Novikov V.V.
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns the temporary appointment of the acting director of the state enterprise “Guaranteed Buyer.” Due to the absence of an appointed director, the duties are temporarily assigned to the Deputy Director for General Affairs, Vladyslav Volodymyrovych Novikov. This appointment will be effective until the appointment of a director in the prescribed manner.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The order consists of a single clause that clearly defines the person who is temporarily assigned the duties of the director, and the term of this assignment – until the appointment of a director in the established procedure.
**Important Provisions for Use:**
The key point is the temporary nature of the appointment, which means that Novikov V.V. will perform the duties of the director only until the official appointment of a new head of the enterprise. This is important to consider when concluding agreements and performing other legally significant actions on behalf of the enterprise.
On the Appointment of Zaychenko Yu.V. as the First Deputy Head of the State Agency of Ukraine PlayCity
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel matters. It provides for the appointment of Yuliia Valeriivna Zaychenko to the position of First Deputy Head of the State Agency of Ukraine PlayCity.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The order consists of one clause, which states:
* Appointment of Zaychenko Yu.V. to the position of First Deputy Head of the State Agency of Ukraine PlayCity.
* The term of office is no more than 12 months after the termination or cancellation of martial law.
* Remuneration is carried out in accordance with the law.
**Main Provisions for Use:**
This order is the basis for Zaychenko Yu.V. to take office as the First Deputy Head of the State Agency of Ukraine PlayCity. It is important to take into account the term for which the appointment is made, namely, it is tied to the date of termination or cancellation of martial law.
On the Appointment of Nekrasov A.L. as the First Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel issues and provides for the appointment of a specific person to a position in the government.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The order consists of one clause
under which Artem Leonidovych Nekrasov was appointed First Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine. The document is signed by the Prime Minister of Ukraine Y. Svyrydenko.
**Key provisions for use:**
The order is the basis for Nekrasov A.L. to assume the position of First Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine and perform the corresponding official duties.
On Declaring Invalid the Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1203 of December 27, 2022
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine cancels the previous order of December 27, 2022, No. 1203, which temporarily assigned the duties of director of the state enterprise “Guaranteed Buyer” to Nekrasov A.L.
**Structure and main provisions:**
The order consists of one clause, which directly cancels the previous act. It does not contain any additional provisions or changes.
**Important aspects:**
In fact, this order means the termination of the temporary performance of the duties of the director of the SE “Guaranteed Buyer” by Nekrasov A.L. and may indicate the appointment of a new head or another decision regarding the management of the enterprise.
On the Appointment of Yukhymchuk O.Yu. as Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine for European Integration
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel issues and provides for the appointment of a specific person to a position in the government.
**Structure and main provisions:**
The order consists of one clause, which directly concerns the appointment of Olha Yuriivna Yukhymchuk to the position of Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine for European Integration. The document is signed by the Prime Minister of Ukraine.
**Key provisions for use:**
This order is the basis for Yukhymchuk O.Yu. to assume the position of Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine for European Integration and perform her corresponding official duties.
On the Dismissal of Yukhymchuk O.Yu. from the Position of Deputy Minister of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine for European Integration
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel issues and provides for the dismissal of a specific person, namely Olha Yuriivna Yukhymchuk, from the position of Deputy Minister of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine for European Integration.
The structure of the order is simple: it contains the name, date, number, title, text of the order and the signature of the Prime Minister.
### **On Dismissal of O.V. Vasylyshyn from the Position of Deputy Minister of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine on European Integration**
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine pertains to personnel matters. It concerns the dismissal of Vasylyshyn Oleksandra Volodymyrivna from the position of Deputy Minister of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine on European Integration. The basis for the dismissal is paragraph four of part two of Article 9 of the Law of Ukraine “On Central Executive Authorities.”
The most important provision of this order is the direct fact of the dismissal of a person from office, which may have consequences for the activities of the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine in the field of European integration.
### **On Dismissal of A.V. Chesnokov from the Position of Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports of Ukraine**
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel matters. It provides for the dismissal of Chesnokov Andriy Volodymyrovych from the position of Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports of Ukraine based on his own request. The date of dismissal is set as August 21, 2025.
The structure of the order consists of the document title, date and place of issue, the text of the order, the signature of the Prime Minister of Ukraine, and the index. The order contains only one provision – the direct dismissal of the official.
The main provision of this order is the fact of the termination of the employment relationship between A.V. Chesnokov and the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Ukraine from a specific date. This is important for organizing the work of the ministry and the distribution of responsibilities.
### **On Amendments to the Procedure for Awarding and Revoking the Scientific Degree of Doctor of Sciences**
Of course, here is a description of the changes to the Procedure for awarding and revoking the scientific degree of Doctor of Sciences:
1. **Essence of changes:**
The resolution introduces changes to the procedure for awarding and revoking the scientific degree of Doctor of Sciences, in particular, clarifies terms, adds provisions regarding the use of artificial intelligence in writing dissertations, and regulates issues related to the scientific advisor’s refusal to provide an opinion. In addition, the changes concern the requirements for opponents and the procedure for considering additional materials of the Ministry of Education and Science.
2. **Structure and main provisions:**
* Replacement of the term “cancellation” with “recognition as invalid (cancellation)” to comply with the Law of Ukraine “On Administrative Procedure.”
* Regulation of relations regarding administrative acts provided for by this Procedure, in accordance with the Law of Ukraine “On Administrative Procedure.”
* Requirements for dissertations in the writing of which artificial intelligence technologies were used (mandatory verification and editing).
* Clarification of the procedure in case of the scientific advisor’s refusal to provide an opinion.
* Additional requirements for opponents (prohibition of being connected by labor relations with the same institution of higher education).
* Possibility of increasing
