Good day! Here is a brief overview of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 43 dated January 17, 2026.
1. **Essence of the Law:** This resolution amends two previous resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine. The changes concern the procedure for implementing a curfew and a special light masking regime during martial law, as well as issues of overcoming the consequences of an emergency situation in electrical power systems.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
* The resolution amends paragraph four of point 8 of the Procedure for Implementing Measures during the Introduction of a Curfew and the Establishment of a Special Light Masking Regime, approved by Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 573 of July 8, 2020. The wording regarding the coordination of certain actions with the headquarters has been changed.
* Also, the changes concern point 6 of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 39 of January 15, 2026, which defines the obligations regarding the purchase of imported electric energy for “Ukrainian Railways”, “Ukrainian Defense Industry” and “Naftogaz of Ukraine”. A deadline of March 31, 2026, and a volume of at least 50 percent of the total consumption are established.
3. **Key Provisions for Use:**
* For bodies responsible for ensuring the curfew and light masking, it is important to take into account the changes in the procedure for coordinating actions with the headquarters.
* “Ukrainian Railways”, “Ukrainian Defense Industry” and “Naftogaz of Ukraine” must ensure the purchase of imported electricity in the specified volumes by March 31, 2026.
