Notification of the National Bank of Ukraine on accounting prices for banking metals
The National Bank of Ukraine has set accounting prices for banking metals such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. These prices are used for accounting purposes and are not binding for the purchase and sale of banking metals by the NBU.
Notification of the National Bank of Ukraine on official exchange rates of the hryvnia against foreign currencies
The National Bank of Ukraine has set official exchange rates of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs. These rates are used for reflection in accounting, NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine, and in other cases defined by law, and do not oblige the NBU to buy or sell these currencies at the specified rates.
Decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine on the application of sanctions
The decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, enacted by the Presidential Decree, concerns the application of personal special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions) to certain individuals and legal entities. The Cabinet of Ministers, the SBU, and the NBU must ensure the implementation and monitoring of the effectiveness of these sanctions, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs must inform the competent authorities of other states about the application of sanctions. The list of individuals and legal entities subject to sanctions is provided in the appendices to the decision.
Decree of the President of Ukraine on the enactment of the NSDC decision on sanctions
This Decree of the President of Ukraine puts into effect the decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine on the application of personal special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions). Control over implementation is entrusted to the Secretary of the NSDC. Without the text of the NSDC decision itself, it is impossible to determine the specific restrictive measures and their impact.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on changes in the composition of the Interdepartmental Commission on the Application and Implementation of International Humanitarian Law
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has made changes to the composition of the Interdepartmental Commission on the Application and Implementation of International Humanitarian Law, replacing representatives from the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine and the Ukrainian Red Cross Society. It is important to consider the new job titles when addressing the commission and communicating with its members.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on amendments to acts on social protection of persons with disabilities
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended a number of acts concerning the social protection of persons with disabilities in order to improve existing support mechanisms, provision of assistive rehabilitation devices, and provision of benefits. The changes are aimed at bringing regulations in line with the Law of Ukraine “On Administrative Procedure,” as well as clarifying certain provisions regarding the provision of rehabilitation and prosthetics. The requirements of the Law of Ukraine “On Administrative Procedure” are being implemented in the processes of providing social protection to persons with disabilities.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the transfer of the Office for Attraction and Support of Investments to the Ministry of Economy
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine transferred the Office for Attraction and Support of Investments from the Economic and Financial Department of the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine to the sphere of management of the Ministry of Economy. Redistribution and transfer of budget funds were carried out to ensure the functioning of the Office and the translation of legislative acts.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on expanding the list of persons entitled to medical services
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has expanded the list of persons entitled to receive medical services at the expense of budget funds, including foreign servicemen and persons deprived of personal liberty as a result of armed aggression against Ukraine. The list of documents required to receive medical services has been clarified, and the possibility of using an extract from the Unified Register of Persons Deprived of Liberty has been provided.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the lease of state property during martial law
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has established that during martial law and for 6 months after its cancellation, state property acquired at auctions for the sale of property of liquidated banks shall be leased without auction. The lessee is the bank being liquidated, the rent is set at UAH 1 per month, and no independent valuation of the property is carried out.
Decree of the President of Ukraine on changes in the list of positions of senior officers in the Armed Forces of Ukraine
The President of Ukraine has amended the list of positions to be filled by senior officers in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and has also determined the maximum military and special ranks for these positions. Changes have been made to the names of some units and new ones have been added, such as the “Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.”
Decree of the President of Ukraine on expanding the list of positions that can be filled by servicemen in state bodies
The President of Ukraine has expanded the list of positions that can be filled by servicemen in state bodies, including the positions of the Head of the Staff of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine and his/her first deputy.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on amendments to the Strategy for the Development of Agriculture
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the Strategy for the Development of Agriculture and Rural Areas in Ukraine for the period up to 2030, revising the strategic goals, objectives, and expected results, as well as updating the operational plan of measures for the implementation of the strategy for 2025-2027. The changes concern climate-oriented agriculture and organic production, as well as specific measures aimed at supporting small and medium-sized farms, stimulating the production of value-added products, and attracting investment in the agricultural sector.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the redistribution of subvention from the state budget to local budgets for health care support
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has redistributed the subvention from the state budget to local budgets to support certain institutions and measures in the health care system in 2025. The purpose of the redistribution is to optimize funding between different local budgets to ensure effective support for medical institutions and measures.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the redistribution of expenditures of the Ministry of Health
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has redistributed the budget funds allocated to the Ministry of Health for 2025, reducing expenditures on medical care in sanatorium and resort institutions and increasing expenditures on specialized medical care.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on amendments to the procedures regarding prices for medicinal products
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the procedures governing prices for medicinal products: the Procedure for Price Referencing and the Procedure for Price Declaration in the National Price Catalog. The changes concern the exclusion of certain provisions governing these processes, which may affect the list of required documents or procedures for setting drug prices.
Order of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine on amendments to the Regulation on Military Medical Examination
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has amended the Regulation on Military Medical Examination in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, clarifying wording, correcting technical inaccuracies, and bringing it into line with current legislation. In particular, the possibility of recording visual medical indications and adding copies of medical documents to the medical examination report has been added.
Order of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine on amendments to the Regulation on Military Medical Examination (State Service of Special Communication and Information Protection of Ukraine)
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has amended the Regulation on Military Medical Examination in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, in particular, extending the scope of the Regulation to servicemen of the State Service of Special Communication and Information Protection of Ukraine. The procedure for re-examination of persons called up during mobilization who were not enlisted in the personnel lists of the military unit for medical reasons has been clarified, and amendments have been made to the Schedule of Diseases.
Review of each of legal acts published today:
### **On the Accounting Price of Bank Metals**
This notification from the National Bank of Ukraine establishes the accounting prices for bank metals such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium as of August 27, 2025. These prices are determined per one 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 specified prices.
The structure of the notification is simple: it contains a table with codes (numeric and alphabetic), the number of troy ounces, the name of the bank metal, and its accounting price. I see no changes compared to previous versions, as this is a current price notification for a specific date.
The most important thing to understand is that these accounting prices are indicative and are not binding for the National Bank of Ukraine to conduct purchase and sale transactions of bank metals.
### **On the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia Against Foreign Currencies**
This document is an official notification from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) regarding the established official exchange rates of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs (special drawing rights) for a specific date – August 27, 2025. The notification provides a list of currencies, their numeric and alphabetic codes, the number of currency units, and the official exchange rate of the hryvnia to each of them.
The structure of the document is simple: it is a table containing information on the official exchange rates established by the NBU. The main provisions include a list of currencies for which the exchange rate is set and the value of this exchange rate. It is important to note that these rates are used for reflection in accounting, NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine (DKSU), and in other cases defined by law, and do not oblige the NBU to buy or sell these currencies at the specified rates.
The most important thing for using this document is the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies, which is used for accounting and financial transactions defined by law.
### **On the Appointment of P. Basaraba as Head of the Tiachiv District State Administration of the Zakarpattia Oblast**
### **On the Appointment of P. Basaraba as Head of the Tiachiv District State Administration of the Zakarpattia Region**
This is an order of the President of Ukraine on the appointment of Pavlo Vasyliovych Basaraba as Head of the Tiachiv District State Administration of the Zakarpattia Region.
The structure of the order is simple: it contains a stating part about the appointment of a person to the position and the signature of the President of Ukraine, the date and number of the order.
The main provision of the order is the direct appointment of a specific person to the position of head of the district state administration. This is the only and main decision made by this act.
### **On the Dismissal of M. Lynetskyi from the Position of Head of the Kherson District State Administration of the Kherson Region**
Order of the President of Ukraine No. 102/2025-rp dated August 25, 2025, concerns personnel issues.
**Essence of the order:**
In accordance with the submitted application, Mykhailo Valeriyovych Lynetskyi was dismissed from the position of Head of the Kherson District State Administration of the Kherson Region.
**Structure and main provisions:**
The order consists of one clause, which states the fact of dismissal of a specific person from a specific position based on the submitted application.
**Key provisions for use:**
The order is the basis for terminating the powers of Mykhailo Lynetskyi as Head of the Kherson District State Administration and appointing another person to this position in accordance with the procedure established by law.
### **On the Application of Personal Special Economic and Other Restrictive Measures (Sanctions)**
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This decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, enacted by a Presidential Decree, concerns the application of personal special economic and other restrictive measures, i.e., sanctions, to certain individuals and legal entities. ****
The structure of the decision includes four main points and two appendices. Point 1 supports the proposals of the Cabinet of Ministers regarding the application of sanctions. Point 2 directly puts into effect sanctions against individuals and legal entities, the list of which is given in appendices 1 and 2, respectively. Point 3 assigns to the Cabinet of Ministers, the Security Service of Ukraine, and the National Bank of Ukraine the obligation to ensure the implementation and monitoring of the effectiveness of these sanctions. Point 4 provides for informing the Ministry
of foreign affairs of competent authorities of other states regarding the application of sanctions.
The most important for the practical use of this decision is the list of individuals and legal entities to whom sanctions are applied, contained in Annexes 1 and 2. It is also important that the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the Security Service of Ukraine, and the National Bank of Ukraine ensure the implementation and monitoring of the effectiveness of the applied sanctions.
On the Application of Personal Special Economic and Other Restrictive Measures (Sanctions)
The decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine dated August 23, 2025, enacted by the Decree of the President of Ukraine, concerns the application of personal special economic and other restrictive measures, i.e., sanctions, to individuals and legal entities. The decision supports the proposals of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) regarding the application of sanctions, and the lists of individuals and legal entities to whom they apply are provided in the annexes to the decision. The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the SBU, the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU), and the Commission on State Awards and Heraldry are tasked with ensuring the implementation and monitoring of the effectiveness of these sanctions. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine (MFA) is to inform international bodies about the application of sanctions and initiate the introduction of similar measures on their part.
The structure of the decision includes four main points and two annexes. The first point supports the proposals of the SBU regarding sanctions. The second point directly applies sanctions to individuals and legal entities, the lists of which are contained in Annexes 1 and 2, respectively. The third point assigns responsibilities for the implementation and monitoring of sanctions to the government and other bodies. The fourth point provides for informing international partners.
The most important for the practical use of this decision is the list of persons to whom sanctions are applied (Annexes 1 and 2), as well as the obligations assigned to the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the Security Service of Ukraine, the National Bank of Ukraine, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine regarding the implementation and monitoring of the effectiveness of these sanctions.
On the Decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine of August 23, 2025 “On the Application of Personal Special Economic and Other Restrictive Measures (Sanctions)”
### **On the Decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine dated August 23, 2025 “On the Application of Personal Special Economic and Other Restrictive Measures (Sanctions)”**
This Decree of the President of Ukraine puts into effect the decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine (NSDC) dated August 23, 2025, regarding the application of personal special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions). The decree assigns control over the implementation of the NSDC decision to the Secretary of the NSDC and comes into force on the day of its publication.
The structure of the Decree consists of three short clauses: putting the NSDC decision into effect, assigning control over implementation, and determining the date of entry into force. The Decree is accompanied by the NSDC decision itself, which contains a list of persons to whom sanctions are applied, and specific restrictive measures.
The most important for practical application is the NSDC decision, which defines the list of persons to whom sanctions are applied and the types of restrictions that apply to them. Without an analysis of the NSDC decision attached to the Decree, it is impossible to understand exactly who and what sanctions are being applied to.
### **On the Decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine dated August 23, 2025 “On the Application of Personal Special Economic and Other Restrictive Measures (Sanctions)”**
This Decree of the President of Ukraine puts into effect the decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine (NSDC) dated August 23, 2025, regarding the application of personal special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions). The decree provides for the implementation of the NSDC decision, without disclosing specific details regarding individuals or measures. Control over implementation is entrusted to the Secretary of the NSDC.
The structure of the Decree consists of three clauses: putting the NSDC decision into effect, assigning control over implementation, and determining the date of entry into force of the Decree.
The most important provision is the very fact of putting into effect the NSDC decision on sanctions, as this creates legal consequences for the persons specified in the NSDC decision. However, without the text of the NSDC decision itself, it is impossible to determine the specific restrictive measures and their impact.
### **On Amendments to the Composition of the Interdepartmental Commission on the Application and Implementation of International Humanitarian Law in Ukraine**
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine amends the composition of the Interdepartmental Commission
