of citizenship. The document is a list of countries that have signed and ratified the convention. For use, it is important to know whether a particular state has ratified the convention in order to determine its obligations under the provisions of the convention.
Decree of the President of Ukraine on Amendments to the List of Positions That May Be Filled by Servicemen
The President of Ukraine has expanded the list of positions that may be filled by servicemen, adding the position of Head of the Nikopol District State Administration of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. This makes it possible to involve military personnel in the work of state authorities.
Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 411/2026 on the Appointment of a Judge
The President of Ukraine has appointed Vasyl Volodymyrovych Shevchuk as a judge of the Zakarpattia Court of Appeal. From the date of publication of the decree, Shevchuk V.V. receives the powers of a judge and the right to administer justice within the competence of this court.
Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 410/2026 on the Appointment of a Judge
The President of Ukraine has appointed Yuliia Valentynivna Burzel as a judge of the Yahotyn District Court of Kyiv Oblast. This decision ensures the implementation of constitutional norms regarding the formation of the judiciary and the administration of justice.
Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 409/2026 on the Appointment of a Judge
The President of Ukraine has appointed Maksym Serhiyovych Zavorotnyuk as a judge of the Northern Economic Court of Appeal, which is important for ensuring the functioning of the judicial system.
Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 408/2026 on the Appointment of a Judge
The President of Ukraine has appointed Maksym Yuriyovych Oliynyk as a judge of the Chernihiv Court of Appeal. According to the decree, Oliynyk M.Yu. receives the authority to administer justice as part of this court.
Decree of the President of Ukraine on the Appointment of a Judge
The President of Ukraine has appointed Olesya Mykhailivna Duplyak as a judge of the Commercial Court of the City of Kyiv, granting her the powers of a judge in the relevant court from the date of signing of the decree (May 19, 2026).
Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 405/2026 on the Appointment of a Judge
The President of Ukraine has appointed Tatsiy Olena Vladyslavivna as a judge of the Commercial Court
Review of each of legal acts published today:
### **On the accounting price of banking metals**
This document is an official notification from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) regarding the accounting prices for banking metals as of May 21, 2026.
**Structure and main provisions:**
The document contains a table with information on the accounting prices for gold (XAU), silver (XAG), platinum (XPT), and palladium (XPD). For each metal, the numerical code, alphabetical code, number of troy ounces (usually 1), and the accounting price in hryvnias are indicated. It is important to note that the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these metals at the specified prices.
**Main provisions for use:**
The accounting prices set by the NBU can be used for:
* Accounting and reporting of financial institutions.
* Determining the value of collateral or other assets denominated in banking metals.
* Analyzing the banking metals market.
* Indicative guidance for market participants.
### **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 establishment of the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs (Special Drawing Rights) for a specific date – May 21, 2026.
The structure of the document is simple: it is a table that contains a list of foreign currencies and SDRs, their numerical and alphabetical codes, the number of units of currency/SDR, and the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against them. It is important to note 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 law.
The most important provision of this notification is the fixing of official exchange rates for the specified date. These rates serve as a benchmark for accounting and certain transactions, but the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell currency at these rates.
### **Status of the Convention on Nuclear Safety**
The Convention on Nuclear Safety is an international treaty that establishes basic principles and obligations for contracting states regarding the safety of nuclear installations.
The structure of the convention includes a preamble, which sets out the goals and principles, a main part with specific obligations of states regarding the safety of nuclear installations, as well as final provisions governing issues of signing, ratification, accession, and amendment. The convention does not establish specific technical standards, but rather defines general principles and obligations, leaving the contracting states free to choose ways to implement them.
The most important provisions of the convention are the obligations of states to create and maintain a legislative and regulatory framework
for nuclear safety, ensuring the availability of qualified personnel, taking measures to prevent accidents and mitigate their consequences, as well as ensuring transparency and information exchange with other states parties.
List of signatures and ratifications of the European Convention on the Exercise of Children’s Rights (ETS No. 160)
This document is a list of states and international organizations that have signed and/or ratified the European Convention on the Exercise of Children’s Rights (ETS No. 160).
The structure of the document is simple: a table containing a list of member states of the Council of Europe and non-member states, indicating the dates of signing, ratification and entry into force of the Convention for each of them. The document shows the status of ratification of the Convention by different countries as of May 21, 2026.
The most important thing about using this document is the ability to track which countries have committed to the Convention and when those commitments came into effect. This can be useful for international cooperation in the field of child protection, as well as for determining jurisdiction and applicable law in cross-border cases involving children.
List of Signatures and Ratifications of the European Convention on Nationality (ETS No. 166)
This document is a list of states and international organizations that have signed and/or ratified the European Convention on Nationality (ETS No. 166). It shows the status of signing, ratification, and entry into force of the convention for each country.
The structure of the document is simple: it is a table containing the names of member states of the Council of Europe and states that are not members of the Council of Europe, as well as the dates of signing and ratification of the convention by each of them, and the date of entry into force. The document does not contain any changes, as it is only a list of signing and ratification statuses.
The most important thing about using this document is information on whether a particular state has ratified the convention, and if so, when it entered into force for that state. This makes it possible to determine whether a state is obliged to comply with the provisions of the convention.
On Amending Article 2-1 of the Decree of the President of Ukraine of May 3, 2017 No. 126/2017
This Decree of the President of Ukraine amends the list of positions that can be filled by servicemen in state bodies, enterprises, institutions and educational institutions.
**Structure and main provisions:**
The decree consists of two articles. The first article amends Article 2-1 of the Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 126/2017, supplementing it with a new position – “Head of the Nikopol District State Administration of Dnipropetrovskoblast.” The second article stipulates that the Decree shall enter into force on the day of its publication.
**Key provisions for use:**
Most importantly, the position of the Head of the Nikopol District State Administration of the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast can now be filled by a serviceman. This expands the possibilities for involving military personnel in the work of state authorities.
On the appointment of a judge
This Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 411/2026 dated May 19, 2026, concerns the appointment of a specific person to the position of judge. The decree appoints Shevchuk Vasyl Volodymyrovych to the position of judge of the Zakarpattia Court of Appeal. The decision was made on the basis of articles of the Constitution of Ukraine that regulate the appointment of judges.
The structure of the Decree is very simple: it consists of a preamble containing references to the relevant articles of the Constitution, and one clause directly related to the appointment of a judge. The Decree does not contain any changes to the legislation, but is an individual act on appointment to a position.
The main provision of the Decree is the appointment of Shevchuk Vasyl Volodymyrovych to the position of judge of the Zakarpattia Court of Appeal. This means that from the date of issuance of the Decree, unless otherwise provided by law, Shevchuk V.V. acquires the powers of a judge of the relevant court and has the right to administer justice within the competence of this court.
On the appointment of a judge
This Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 410/2026 dated May 19, 2026, concerns the appointment of Yuliia Valentynivna Burzel to the position of judge of the Yahotynskyi District Court of the Kyiv Oblast.
The structure of the Decree consists of a preamble containing references to the relevant articles of the Constitution of Ukraine and the Law of Ukraine “On the Judiciary and the Status of Judges”, which regulate the procedure for appointing judges, and one clause that directly defines the appointment of a specific person to the position of judge. The Decree does not contain any changes compared to previous versions, as it is an individual act of appointment.
The most important provision of this Decree is the direct appointment of a person to the position of judge, which ensures the implementation of constitutional norms regarding the formation of the judiciary and the administration of justice.
On the appointment of a judge
This Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 409/2026 concerns the appointment of a judge to a position.
The structure of the Decree consists of one clause that directly concerns the appointment of a specific person, namely Zavorotniuk Maksym Serhiyovych, to the position of judge of the Northern Commercial Court of Appeal. The Decree is based on articles of the Constitution of Ukraine that regulate the appointment of judges.
The main provision of this Decree is the apdirect appointment of a judge to a position, which is important for ensuring the functioning of the judicial system.
On the Appointment of a Judge
This Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 408/2026 of May 19, 2026, concerns the appointment of a specific person to the position of a judge. The Decree appoints Oliinyk Maksym Yuriiovych to the position of a judge of the Chernihiv Court of Appeal.
The structure of the Decree is simple: it consists of a preamble containing references to the relevant articles of the Constitution of Ukraine, and one clause that directly concerns the appointment of the judge. The Decree does not contain any changes compared to previous decrees on the appointment of judges, as it is an individual act.
The most important provision of this Decree is the appointment of Oliinyk Maksym Yuriiovych to the position of a judge of the Chernihiv Court of Appeal, which gives him the authority to administer justice as part of this court.
On the Appointment of a Judge
This Decree of the President of Ukraine concerns the appointment of a judge to a position.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The Decree consists of one clause that directly concerns the appointment of a specific person, namely Dupliak Olesia Mykhailivna, to the position of a judge of the Commercial Court of the city of Kyiv. The Decree refers to the relevant articles of the Constitution of Ukraine and the Law of Ukraine “On the Judiciary and the Status of Judges,” which regulate the appointment of judges.
**Main Provisions for Use:**
The most important provision of this Decree is the direct fact of the appointment of Dupliak Olesia Mykhailivna to the position of a judge of the Commercial Court of the city of Kyiv. This means that from the date of signing the decree (May 19, 2026), she acquires the powers of a judge in the relevant court.
On the Appointment of a Judge
This Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 405/2026 of May 19, 2026, concerns the appointment of a judge to a position.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The Decree consists of one clause that directly concerns the appointment of a specific person, namely Tatsii Olena Vladyslavivna, to the position of a judge of the Commercial Court of Luhansk Oblast. The basis for the issuance of the decree is the provisions of the Constitution of Ukraine and the Law of Ukraine “On the Judiciary and the Status of Judges,” which regulate the procedure for appointing judges.
**Main Provisions for Use:**
For the practical use of this decree, it is important to pay attention to the exact name and surname of the appointed person, the name of the court to which she is appointed, as well as the date of issue of the decree. This is necessary to identify the person and confirm her powers as a judge of the relevant court.
On the Appointment of a Judge
This Decree of the President
Regarding the appointment of a specific individual to the position of judge.
**Structure and main provisions:**
The decree consists of one clause that directly appoints Maksymiv Ihor Volodymyrovych to the position of judge of the Rozhniativ District Court of Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast. The preamble specifies the constitutional and legislative grounds for such appointment, including references to articles of the Constitution of Ukraine and the Law of Ukraine “On the Judiciary and the Status of Judges,” which regulate the procedure for appointing judges.
**Key provisions for use:**
The decree is the basis for Maksymiv I.V. to assume the position of judge of the Rozhniativ District Court of Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast. It confirms the legitimacy of his powers as a judge.
On the Appointment of a Judge
This Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 403/2026 of May 19, 2026, concerns the appointment of a judge to a position.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The decree consists of a single clause that directly concerns the appointment of a specific individual, namely Barabash Kateryna Anatoliivna, to the position of judge of the Kamianets-Podilskyi City-District Court of Khmelnytskyi Oblast. The decree refers to the Constitution of Ukraine and the Law of Ukraine “On the Judiciary and the Status of Judges” as the legal basis for such appointment.
**Key Provisions for Use:**
The most important provision of this decree is the direct fact of the appointment of Barabash Kateryna Anatoliivna to the position of judge. This means that from the date of issuance of the decree, she acquires the powers of a judge in the relevant court and has the right to administer justice in accordance with the legislation of Ukraine.
On the Appointment of a Judge
This Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 402/2026 of May 19, 2026, concerns the appointment of a judge to a position.
It consists of one clause, which appoints Viktor Mykolaiovych Valiukh to the position of judge of the Eighth Administrative Court of Appeal. The decree was issued on the basis of Articles 126, 127, and 128 of the Constitution of Ukraine, which regulate the appointment of judges.
The most important provision of this decree is the direct appointment of a specific person to the position of judge, which ensures the functioning of the judicial system.
On the Appointment of a Judge
This Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 401/2026 concerns the appointment of a judge to a position.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The decree consists of one clause that directly concerns the appointment of a specific individual, namely Kodrian Liubov Ivanivna, to the position of judge of the Apostolove District Court of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. The decree refers to the Constitution of Ukraine and the Law of Ukraine “On the Judiciary and the Status of Judges” as the legal basis for such appointment.
**Main**
**Key Provisions for Use:**
The main provision of this decree is the direct appointment of a person to the position of judge, which is essential for the functioning of the judicial system.
On the Appointment of a Judge
This Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 400/2026 dated May 19, 2026, concerns the appointment of a judge to office.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The decree consists of one clause, which directly concerns the appointment of a specific person, Mykhailo Oleksandrovych Kutsenko, to the position of judge of the Chernihiv Court of Appeal. The decree was issued on the basis of articles of the Constitution of Ukraine that regulate the appointment of judges, namely: Article 126 (part five), Article 127, Article 128 (parts one and two).
**Key Provisions for Use:**
The decree is the basis for Mykhailo Oleksandrovych Kutsenko to acquire the powers of a judge of the Chernihiv Court of Appeal.
On the Appointment of a Judge
This Decree of the President of Ukraine concerns the appointment of a specific person to the position of judge.
The structure of the Decree is very simple: it consists of one clause, which directly appoints Oleksandr Volodymyrovych Avramenko to the position of judge of the Chernihiv Court of Appeal. The decree is based on articles of the Constitution of Ukraine that regulate the appointment of judges.
The most important provision of this Decree is the very fact of the appointment of a specific person to the position of judge, which ensures the functioning of the judicial system.
On the Appointment of a Judge
This Decree of the President of Ukraine concerns the appointment of a specific person to the position of judge.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The decree consists of one clause, which directly concerns the appointment of Viktor Yevhenovych Serebrianikov to the position of judge of the Chernihiv Court of Appeal. The decree was issued on the basis of articles of the Constitution of Ukraine that regulate the appointment of judges.
**Key Provisions for Use:**
The decree is the basis for Viktor Yevhenovych Serebrianikov to assume the position of judge of the Chernihiv Court of Appeal.
On the Appointment of a Judge
Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 397/2026 of May 19, 2026, concerns the appointment of Roman Serhiyovych Kholod to the position of judge of the Zaporizhzhia Court of Appeal.
The structure of the decree consists of a preamble containing references to the relevant articles of the Constitution of Ukraine, and one clause, which directly defines the appointment of a judge. The decree does not contain amendments to the current legislation, but is an individual act on appointment to a position.
The main provision of the decree is the appointment of a specific person to the position of judge of the court of appeal, which is important for the ens
