Digest of Amendments to the Legislation of Ukraine<\/title> \n<\/head><\/p>\n<h5>National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) – Accounting Prices for Bank Metals<\/h5>\nThe NBU has published accounting prices for bank metals (gold, silver, platinum, palladium) for May 19, 2026. These prices serve as a benchmark for market participants in transactions involving bank metals. The NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these metals at the specified prices.<\/p>\n<h5>National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) – Official Exchange Rate of Hryvnia to Foreign Currencies<\/h5>\nThe NBU has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia to foreign currencies and SDRs for May 19, 2026. These exchange rates are used for accounting and NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine. The NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these currencies at the specified rates.<\/p>\n<h5>Order of the President of Ukraine – Delegation to the 79th Session of the World Health Assembly<\/h5>\nThe composition of the delegation of Ukraine for participation in the 79th session of the World Health Assembly in Geneva in May 2026 has been determined. The Minister of Health has been appointed as the head of the delegation, who is granted the right to make changes to the composition of the delegation in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Directives for the delegation have been approved, defining the strategic goals and priorities of Ukraine during the session of the assembly.<\/p>\n<h5>Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine – Amendments to the Council on Trade and Sustainable Development<\/h5>\nAmendments have been made to the composition of the Council on Trade and Sustainable Development, including the director of the Department of International Trade Policy of the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine. The structure of the Council has been clarified, which may contribute to its more efficient operation.<\/p>\n<h5>Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine – Amendments to the Procedure for Attracting, Using, and Monitoring International Technical Assistance<\/h5>\nThe mechanisms for control and monitoring of the use offunds of international technical assistance. The procedures for registration and accreditation of project participants have been clarified. More effective interaction between the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the State Customs Service, and the State Tax Service in matters of accounting and monitoring of projects has been ensured. \n## Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine – Experimental Project for the Procurement of Defense Goods \nAn experimental project has been introduced that allows the SE “Defense Procurement Agency” to procure defense goods for the needs of the National Guard, the State Border Guard Service, and the National Police. The project will last until October 24, 2027. Project participants use the information and communication system “DOT-Chain” to manage the supply of goods and services. \n## Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine – Changes Regarding the Construction and Restoration of Energy Infrastructure Facilities \nThe list of facilities covered by simplified construction and restoration procedures during martial law has been expanded, adding gas distribution system facilities and their protection. The conditions for the construction of engineering protection structures have been clarified. Clear deadlines have been set for gas transmission and gas distribution system operators to process the necessary documentation after completion of construction. \n## Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine – Payments for Independence Day \nSpecific amounts of one-time cash payments for Independence Day of Ukraine have been established for various categories of war veterans and victims of Nazi persecution for 2026. The amounts of payments are differentiated depending on the disability group, status, and merits to the Motherland. The payment must be made by August 24, 2026. \n## Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine – Amendments to Subventions for the “New Ukrainian School” Project \nAmendments have been made<\/p>\n<h3>Review of each of legal acts published today:<\/strong><\/h3>\n### **On the Accounting Price of Bank Metals**<\/p>\nThis is a notification from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) regarding the accounting prices for bank metals, namely gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, as of May 19, 2026. The document specifies the digital code, letter code, number of troy ounces, and the accounting price in hryvnias for each metal.<\/p>\nThe structure of the notification is simple: a table with information on each bank metal. It is important to note that the NBU does not undertake the obligation to buy or sell these metals at the specified prices.<\/p>\nThe most important thing to use is that these accounting prices can be a guideline for market participants when conducting transactions with bank metals, but they are not a fixed rate for mandatory sale or purchase by the NBU.<\/p>\n### **On the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia Against Foreign Currencies**<\/p>\nGood day! I am happy to help you understand this document.<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Document:** This is a notification from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) on the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and special drawing rights (SDR) for a specific date \u2013 May 19, 2026. These rates are used for reflection in accounting, NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine (DKSU), and in other cases provided by law. It is important to note that the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these currencies at the specified rates.<\/p>\n2. **Document Structure:** The document is a table that contains the following data: \n * Currency digital code \n * Currency letter code \n * Number of currency\/SDR units \n * Currency\/SDR name \n * Official exchange rate of the hryvnia to the corresponding currency\/SDR<\/p>\n The document provides a list of major world currencies, such as the US dollar, euro, British pound, as well as the currencies of Ukraine’s partner countries. The notification contains a note about the purposes for which these rates are used and the absence of obligations of the NBU to buy or sell currency at these rates.<\/p>\n3. **Key Provisions:** The most important thing is the official exchange rate of the hryvnia to foreign currencies, which is set by the NBU for a specific date. This rate is a guideline for accounting and other operations defined by law. It is important to remember that the NBU is not obliged to carry out transactions for the purchase and sale of currency at this rate.<\/p>\n### **On the Delegation of Ukraine to Participate in the Work of the 79th Session of the World Health Assembly** \n### **Regarding Health**<\/p>\nGood day! Here is a brief overview of the Order of the President of Ukraine regarding the delegation to the 79th session of the World Health Assembly:<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Order:** The document defines the composition of the delegation of Ukraine for participation in the 79th session of the World Health Assembly, which will be held in Geneva, Switzerland, in May 2026. Directives for this delegation are also approved.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and main provisions:** \n * The Order consists of two main points. \n * The first point defines the personal composition of the delegation, including the head of the delegation (Minister of Health), deputy, representatives of the Permanent Mission of Ukraine to the UN Office in Geneva, and a People’s Deputy. \n * The head of the delegation is granted the right to make changes to the composition of the delegation in agreement with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and to involve the necessary specialists to ensure the work of the delegation. \n * The second point approves the directives for the delegation, which are for official use.<\/p>\n3. **Important provisions:** \n * Defining the personal composition of the delegation is important for the official representation of Ukraine at an international event. \n * Granting the head of the delegation the right to make changes to the composition of the delegation ensures flexibility and efficiency in resolving organizational issues. \n * Approval of directives (although for official use) defines the strategic goals and priorities of Ukraine during the session of the Assembly.<\/p>\n### **On Amendments to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 478 of June 13, 2018**<\/p>\nThis resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine amends the previous resolution regarding the Council for Trade and Sustainable Development. The changes concern the composition of the Council and some provisions on its activities. In fact, there is a redistribution of responsibilities and clarification of the structure of the Council.<\/p>\nStructurally, the resolution consists of a short introductory part and a list of changes that are made to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 478 of June 13, 2018. The changes concern the inclusion of the Director of the Department of International Trade Policy of the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine in the Council and the clarification of the composition of the Council (chairman, deputy, secretary, members).<\/p>\nThe most important provision is the inclusion of the Director of the Department of International Trade Policy in the Council, which may indicate the strengthening of the role of this department in matters of trade and sustainable development. Also, a clear definition of the structure of the Council may contribute to its more effective work. \n### **On Amendments to the Procedure for Attracting, Using and Monitoring International Technical Assistance**<\/p>\nGood day! I will be happy to help you understand this resolution.<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Law:** \n The resolution amends the Procedure for Attracting, Using and Monitoring International Technical Assistance. The main goal of the changes is to improve the mechanisms for controlling and monitoring the use of international technical assistance funds, as well as to clarify the procedures for registration and accreditation of project participants. In addition, the changes are aimed at ensuring more effective interaction between the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the State Customs Service, and the State Tax Service in matters of accounting and monitoring international technical assistance projects.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n The resolution amends various clauses of the Procedure for Attracting, Using and Monitoring International Technical Assistance, approved by the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated February 15, 2002, No. 153. The changes relate to:<\/p>\n* Definition of a procurement participant. \n* Clarification of the procedure for coordinating projects with beneficiaries and the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine. \n* Requirements for documents for state re-registration of projects. \n* Procedure for exchanging information between the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the State Customs Service, and the State Tax Service. \n* Project monitoring procedures, including reporting and consequences for failure to submit it. \n* Requirements for accreditation of project implementers. \n* Forms of documents used in the process of attracting, using, and monitoring international technical assistance (annexes to the Procedure).<\/p>\n3. **Key Provisions for Use:**<\/p>\n* **Definition of a procurement participant:** A clear definition of “procurement participant” is introduced, which allows for more effective control over the procurement of goods and services at the expense of international technical assistance. \n* **Strengthening monitoring:** Stricter requirements are established for reporting by project implementers, as well as consequences for failure to submit it, which contributes to increasing the efficiency of the use of funds. \n* **Interaction between bodies:** The procedure for exchanging information between the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the State Customs Service, and the State Tax Service is clarified, which simplifies the procedures for accounting and controlling projects. \n* **New reporting forms:** A new reporting form is introduced \u2013 “Results of current or final monitoring of the project (program)”, which allows for a more detailed assessment of the effectiveness of project implementation.<\/p>\nI hope this helps you better understand the essence of this \nDecrees!<\/p>\n<h3>**On the Implementation of an Experimental Project for the Procurement of Defense Goods for the Needs of the National Guard, the State Border Guard Service, and the National Police by the State Enterprise of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine “Defense Procurement Agency”**<\/h3>\nGood day! Here is a brief overview of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine regarding the experimental project for the procurement of defense goods.<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Law:** \n The resolution introduces an experimental project that allows the state enterprise “Defense Procurement Agency” to procure defense goods for the needs of the National Guard, the State Border Guard Service, and the National Police. The goal of the project is to increase the efficiency and quality of supply of such domestically produced goods. The project will last until October 24, 2027.<\/p>\n2. **Structure of the Law:** \n The resolution consists of the main part and the Procedure for the implementation of the experimental project approved by it. The main part defines the participants of the project and the terms of its implementation. The Procedure details the procurement mechanism, financing, list of defense goods, as well as interaction between participants, including the use of the information and communication system “DOT-Chain”. There are no new changes compared to previous versions, as this is a new experimental project.<\/p>\n3. **Main Provisions:**<\/p>\n* **Procurement through the “Defense Procurement Agency”:** The Agency procures defense goods for the National Guard, the State Border Guard Service, and the National Police. \n* **Use of the “DOT-Chain” system:** Project participants use the information and communication system “DOT-Chain” to manage the supply of goods and services. \n* **Financing:** The project is financed from the state budget within the relevant budget programs. \n* **List of goods:** A list of defense goods procured within the project is defined, including unmanned systems, electronic warfare equipment, and other technical means. \n* **Interaction:** The Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Defense determine the procedures for interaction between different project participants.<\/p>\nI hope this helps you better understand the essence of this act!<\/p>\n<h3>**On Amendments to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1320 of December 7, 2023**<\/h3>\nGood day! Here is a brief overview of the changes to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine regarding construction. \nconstruction and restoration of energy infrastructure facilities.<\/p>\n1. **Essence of Changes:** The resolution amends the previous resolution, expanding the list of facilities subject to simplified construction and restoration procedures during martial law. In particular, objects of the gas distribution system and their protection have been added, and the conditions for the construction of engineering protection structures have been clarified.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n * **Expanded Scope:** The title of the resolution now includes objects of the gas distribution system and their protection. \n * **Clarified Construction Conditions:** The conditions for the construction and restoration of gas storage facilities and oil and gas production, including engineering protection structures, are detailed. \n * **Reconstruction and Overhaul:** The conditions for the reconstruction and overhaul of gas transmission and gas distribution systems, especially those damaged as a result of hostilities, are clarified. \n * **Deadlines for Documentation:** Clear deadlines are set for gas transmission and gas distribution system operators to process the necessary documentation after completion of construction.<\/p>\n3. **Most Important Provisions:** \n * The expansion of the list of facilities to which simplified procedures apply will allow for faster restoration and construction of important gas infrastructure facilities. \n * Setting deadlines for \u043e\u0444\u043e\u0440\u043c\u043b\u0435\u043d\u043d\u044f (processing) documentation after the completion of construction will ensure proper \u043e\u0444\u043e\u0440\u043c\u043b\u0435\u043d\u043d\u044f (registration) of land rights and commissioning of facilities after the situation stabilizes.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/602-2026-%D0%BF\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Establishing the Amounts of a One-Time Cash Payment for the Independence Day of Ukraine, Provided for by the Laws of Ukraine “On the Status of War Veterans, Guarantees of Their Social Protection” and “On Victims of Nazi Persecution,” in 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nGood day! Here is a brief overview of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine regarding payments for Independence Day:<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Law:** This resolution establishes specific amounts of a one-time cash payment for the Independence Day of Ukraine for various categories of war veterans and victims of Nazi persecution for 2026. The amounts of payments are differentiated depending on the disability group, status, and merits to the Motherland. The payment must be made by August 24, 2026.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** The resolution consists of one main clause, which determines the amounts of payments for different categories of persons, namely: \n * Persons with disabilities as a result of the war (Groups I, II, III) and former juvenile prisoners of concentration camps \nabor\u0456\u0432. \n * Combatants, victims of the Revolution of Dignity, and former underage prisoners of concentration camps. \n * Individuals with special services to the Motherland. \n * Family members of deceased (dead) war veterans, Defenders of Ukraine. \n * War participants and former prisoners of concentration camps, individuals forcibly taken for forced labor, children of partisans.<\/p>\n3. **Most important provisions:** The most important is a clear definition of the amounts of payments for each category, as this determines the amount of financial support that veterans and victims of Nazi persecution will receive. The date of payment \u2013 until August 24, 2026 \u2013 is also important.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/596-2026-%D0%BF\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Amendments to Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1554 of December 31, 2024, and No. 170 of February 11, 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nThis resolution amends the procedure for using subventions from the state budget to local budgets for the “New Ukrainian School” project. The changes concern the allocation of funds for the creation of a modern educational space, namely, they clarify the list of institutions to which funding is directed.<\/p>\nStructurally, the resolution consists of two points and an annex containing amendments to two previous resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1554 of December 31, 2024, and No. 170 of February 11, 2026. Amendments are made to the Procedure and Conditions for Granting Subventions, in particular, to paragraph 4, paragraph 5, and appendices 2 and 3. The appendix to CMU Resolution No. 170 regarding the distribution of the subvention amount has also been updated.<\/p>\nThe most important provision is the clarification that funding for the creation of a modern educational space is provided to institutions that will not provide upper secondary education in the 2027\/28 academic year, as well as special general secondary education institutions where the educational process is carried out at the level of basic secondary education. 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\nDigest of Amendments to the Legislation of Ukraine<\/title> \n<\/head><\/p>\n<h5>National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) – Accounting Prices for Bank Metals<\/h5>\nThe NBU has published accounting prices for bank metals (gold, silver, platinum, palladium) for May 19, 2026. These prices serve as a benchmark for market participants in transactions involving bank metals. The NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these metals at the specified prices.<\/p>\n<h5>National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) – Official Exchange Rate of Hryvnia to Foreign Currencies<\/h5>\nThe NBU has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia to foreign currencies and SDRs for May 19, 2026. These exchange rates are used for accounting and NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine. The NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these currencies at the specified rates.<\/p>\n<h5>Order of the President of Ukraine – Delegation to the 79th Session of the World Health Assembly<\/h5>\nThe composition of the delegation of Ukraine for participation in the 79th session of the World Health Assembly in Geneva in May 2026 has been determined. The Minister of Health has been appointed as the head of the delegation, who is granted the right to make changes to the composition of the delegation in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Directives for the delegation have been approved, defining the strategic goals and priorities of Ukraine during the session of the assembly.<\/p>\n<h5>Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine – Amendments to the Council on Trade and Sustainable Development<\/h5>\nAmendments have been made to the composition of the Council on Trade and Sustainable Development, including the director of the Department of International Trade Policy of the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine. The structure of the Council has been clarified, which may contribute to its more efficient operation.<\/p>\n<h5>Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine – Amendments to the Procedure for Attracting, Using, and Monitoring International Technical Assistance<\/h5>\nThe mechanisms for control and monitoring of the use offunds of international technical assistance. The procedures for registration and accreditation of project participants have been clarified. More effective interaction between the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the State Customs Service, and the State Tax Service in matters of accounting and monitoring of projects has been ensured. \n## Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine – Experimental Project for the Procurement of Defense Goods \nAn experimental project has been introduced that allows the SE “Defense Procurement Agency” to procure defense goods for the needs of the National Guard, the State Border Guard Service, and the National Police. The project will last until October 24, 2027. Project participants use the information and communication system “DOT-Chain” to manage the supply of goods and services. \n## Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine – Changes Regarding the Construction and Restoration of Energy Infrastructure Facilities \nThe list of facilities covered by simplified construction and restoration procedures during martial law has been expanded, adding gas distribution system facilities and their protection. The conditions for the construction of engineering protection structures have been clarified. Clear deadlines have been set for gas transmission and gas distribution system operators to process the necessary documentation after completion of construction. \n## Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine – Payments for Independence Day \nSpecific amounts of one-time cash payments for Independence Day of Ukraine have been established for various categories of war veterans and victims of Nazi persecution for 2026. The amounts of payments are differentiated depending on the disability group, status, and merits to the Motherland. The payment must be made by August 24, 2026. \n## Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine – Amendments to Subventions for the “New Ukrainian School” Project \nAmendments have been made<\/p>\n<h3>Review of each of legal acts published today:<\/strong><\/h3>\n### **On the Accounting Price of Bank Metals**<\/p>\nThis is a notification from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) regarding the accounting prices for bank metals, namely gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, as of May 19, 2026. The document specifies the digital code, letter code, number of troy ounces, and the accounting price in hryvnias for each metal.<\/p>\nThe structure of the notification is simple: a table with information on each bank metal. It is important to note that the NBU does not undertake the obligation to buy or sell these metals at the specified prices.<\/p>\nThe most important thing to use is that these accounting prices can be a guideline for market participants when conducting transactions with bank metals, but they are not a fixed rate for mandatory sale or purchase by the NBU.<\/p>\n### **On the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia Against Foreign Currencies**<\/p>\nGood day! I am happy to help you understand this document.<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Document:** This is a notification from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) on the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and special drawing rights (SDR) for a specific date \u2013 May 19, 2026. These rates are used for reflection in accounting, NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine (DKSU), and in other cases provided by law. It is important to note that the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these currencies at the specified rates.<\/p>\n2. **Document Structure:** The document is a table that contains the following data: \n * Currency digital code \n * Currency letter code \n * Number of currency\/SDR units \n * Currency\/SDR name \n * Official exchange rate of the hryvnia to the corresponding currency\/SDR<\/p>\n The document provides a list of major world currencies, such as the US dollar, euro, British pound, as well as the currencies of Ukraine’s partner countries. The notification contains a note about the purposes for which these rates are used and the absence of obligations of the NBU to buy or sell currency at these rates.<\/p>\n3. **Key Provisions:** The most important thing is the official exchange rate of the hryvnia to foreign currencies, which is set by the NBU for a specific date. This rate is a guideline for accounting and other operations defined by law. It is important to remember that the NBU is not obliged to carry out transactions for the purchase and sale of currency at this rate.<\/p>\n### **On the Delegation of Ukraine to Participate in the Work of the 79th Session of the World Health Assembly** \n### **Regarding Health**<\/p>\nGood day! Here is a brief overview of the Order of the President of Ukraine regarding the delegation to the 79th session of the World Health Assembly:<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Order:** The document defines the composition of the delegation of Ukraine for participation in the 79th session of the World Health Assembly, which will be held in Geneva, Switzerland, in May 2026. Directives for this delegation are also approved.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and main provisions:** \n * The Order consists of two main points. \n * The first point defines the personal composition of the delegation, including the head of the delegation (Minister of Health), deputy, representatives of the Permanent Mission of Ukraine to the UN Office in Geneva, and a People’s Deputy. \n * The head of the delegation is granted the right to make changes to the composition of the delegation in agreement with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and to involve the necessary specialists to ensure the work of the delegation. \n * The second point approves the directives for the delegation, which are for official use.<\/p>\n3. **Important provisions:** \n * Defining the personal composition of the delegation is important for the official representation of Ukraine at an international event. \n * Granting the head of the delegation the right to make changes to the composition of the delegation ensures flexibility and efficiency in resolving organizational issues. \n * Approval of directives (although for official use) defines the strategic goals and priorities of Ukraine during the session of the Assembly.<\/p>\n### **On Amendments to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 478 of June 13, 2018**<\/p>\nThis resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine amends the previous resolution regarding the Council for Trade and Sustainable Development. The changes concern the composition of the Council and some provisions on its activities. In fact, there is a redistribution of responsibilities and clarification of the structure of the Council.<\/p>\nStructurally, the resolution consists of a short introductory part and a list of changes that are made to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 478 of June 13, 2018. The changes concern the inclusion of the Director of the Department of International Trade Policy of the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine in the Council and the clarification of the composition of the Council (chairman, deputy, secretary, members).<\/p>\nThe most important provision is the inclusion of the Director of the Department of International Trade Policy in the Council, which may indicate the strengthening of the role of this department in matters of trade and sustainable development. Also, a clear definition of the structure of the Council may contribute to its more effective work. \n### **On Amendments to the Procedure for Attracting, Using and Monitoring International Technical Assistance**<\/p>\nGood day! I will be happy to help you understand this resolution.<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Law:** \n The resolution amends the Procedure for Attracting, Using and Monitoring International Technical Assistance. The main goal of the changes is to improve the mechanisms for controlling and monitoring the use of international technical assistance funds, as well as to clarify the procedures for registration and accreditation of project participants. In addition, the changes are aimed at ensuring more effective interaction between the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the State Customs Service, and the State Tax Service in matters of accounting and monitoring international technical assistance projects.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n The resolution amends various clauses of the Procedure for Attracting, Using and Monitoring International Technical Assistance, approved by the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated February 15, 2002, No. 153. The changes relate to:<\/p>\n* Definition of a procurement participant. \n* Clarification of the procedure for coordinating projects with beneficiaries and the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine. \n* Requirements for documents for state re-registration of projects. \n* Procedure for exchanging information between the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the State Customs Service, and the State Tax Service. \n* Project monitoring procedures, including reporting and consequences for failure to submit it. \n* Requirements for accreditation of project implementers. \n* Forms of documents used in the process of attracting, using, and monitoring international technical assistance (annexes to the Procedure).<\/p>\n3. **Key Provisions for Use:**<\/p>\n* **Definition of a procurement participant:** A clear definition of “procurement participant” is introduced, which allows for more effective control over the procurement of goods and services at the expense of international technical assistance. \n* **Strengthening monitoring:** Stricter requirements are established for reporting by project implementers, as well as consequences for failure to submit it, which contributes to increasing the efficiency of the use of funds. \n* **Interaction between bodies:** The procedure for exchanging information between the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the State Customs Service, and the State Tax Service is clarified, which simplifies the procedures for accounting and controlling projects. \n* **New reporting forms:** A new reporting form is introduced \u2013 “Results of current or final monitoring of the project (program)”, which allows for a more detailed assessment of the effectiveness of project implementation.<\/p>\nI hope this helps you better understand the essence of this \nDecrees!<\/p>\n<h3>**On the Implementation of an Experimental Project for the Procurement of Defense Goods for the Needs of the National Guard, the State Border Guard Service, and the National Police by the State Enterprise of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine “Defense Procurement Agency”**<\/h3>\nGood day! Here is a brief overview of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine regarding the experimental project for the procurement of defense goods.<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Law:** \n The resolution introduces an experimental project that allows the state enterprise “Defense Procurement Agency” to procure defense goods for the needs of the National Guard, the State Border Guard Service, and the National Police. The goal of the project is to increase the efficiency and quality of supply of such domestically produced goods. The project will last until October 24, 2027.<\/p>\n2. **Structure of the Law:** \n The resolution consists of the main part and the Procedure for the implementation of the experimental project approved by it. The main part defines the participants of the project and the terms of its implementation. The Procedure details the procurement mechanism, financing, list of defense goods, as well as interaction between participants, including the use of the information and communication system “DOT-Chain”. There are no new changes compared to previous versions, as this is a new experimental project.<\/p>\n3. **Main Provisions:**<\/p>\n* **Procurement through the “Defense Procurement Agency”:** The Agency procures defense goods for the National Guard, the State Border Guard Service, and the National Police. \n* **Use of the “DOT-Chain” system:** Project participants use the information and communication system “DOT-Chain” to manage the supply of goods and services. \n* **Financing:** The project is financed from the state budget within the relevant budget programs. \n* **List of goods:** A list of defense goods procured within the project is defined, including unmanned systems, electronic warfare equipment, and other technical means. \n* **Interaction:** The Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Defense determine the procedures for interaction between different project participants.<\/p>\nI hope this helps you better understand the essence of this act!<\/p>\n<h3>**On Amendments to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1320 of December 7, 2023**<\/h3>\nGood day! Here is a brief overview of the changes to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine regarding construction. \nconstruction and restoration of energy infrastructure facilities.<\/p>\n1. **Essence of Changes:** The resolution amends the previous resolution, expanding the list of facilities subject to simplified construction and restoration procedures during martial law. In particular, objects of the gas distribution system and their protection have been added, and the conditions for the construction of engineering protection structures have been clarified.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n * **Expanded Scope:** The title of the resolution now includes objects of the gas distribution system and their protection. \n * **Clarified Construction Conditions:** The conditions for the construction and restoration of gas storage facilities and oil and gas production, including engineering protection structures, are detailed. \n * **Reconstruction and Overhaul:** The conditions for the reconstruction and overhaul of gas transmission and gas distribution systems, especially those damaged as a result of hostilities, are clarified. \n * **Deadlines for Documentation:** Clear deadlines are set for gas transmission and gas distribution system operators to process the necessary documentation after completion of construction.<\/p>\n3. **Most Important Provisions:** \n * The expansion of the list of facilities to which simplified procedures apply will allow for faster restoration and construction of important gas infrastructure facilities. \n * Setting deadlines for \u043e\u0444\u043e\u0440\u043c\u043b\u0435\u043d\u043d\u044f (processing) documentation after the completion of construction will ensure proper \u043e\u0444\u043e\u0440\u043c\u043b\u0435\u043d\u043d\u044f (registration) of land rights and commissioning of facilities after the situation stabilizes.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/602-2026-%D0%BF\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Establishing the Amounts of a One-Time Cash Payment for the Independence Day of Ukraine, Provided for by the Laws of Ukraine “On the Status of War Veterans, Guarantees of Their Social Protection” and “On Victims of Nazi Persecution,” in 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nGood day! Here is a brief overview of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine regarding payments for Independence Day:<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Law:** This resolution establishes specific amounts of a one-time cash payment for the Independence Day of Ukraine for various categories of war veterans and victims of Nazi persecution for 2026. The amounts of payments are differentiated depending on the disability group, status, and merits to the Motherland. The payment must be made by August 24, 2026.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** The resolution consists of one main clause, which determines the amounts of payments for different categories of persons, namely: \n * Persons with disabilities as a result of the war (Groups I, II, III) and former juvenile prisoners of concentration camps \nabor\u0456\u0432. \n * Combatants, victims of the Revolution of Dignity, and former underage prisoners of concentration camps. \n * Individuals with special services to the Motherland. \n * Family members of deceased (dead) war veterans, Defenders of Ukraine. \n * War participants and former prisoners of concentration camps, individuals forcibly taken for forced labor, children of partisans.<\/p>\n3. **Most important provisions:** The most important is a clear definition of the amounts of payments for each category, as this determines the amount of financial support that veterans and victims of Nazi persecution will receive. The date of payment \u2013 until August 24, 2026 \u2013 is also important.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/596-2026-%D0%BF\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Amendments to Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1554 of December 31, 2024, and No. 170 of February 11, 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nThis resolution amends the procedure for using subventions from the state budget to local budgets for the “New Ukrainian School” project. The changes concern the allocation of funds for the creation of a modern educational space, namely, they clarify the list of institutions to which funding is directed.<\/p>\nStructurally, the resolution consists of two points and an annex containing amendments to two previous resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1554 of December 31, 2024, and No. 170 of February 11, 2026. Amendments are made to the Procedure and Conditions for Granting Subventions, in particular, to paragraph 4, paragraph 5, and appendices 2 and 3. The appendix to CMU Resolution No. 170 regarding the distribution of the subvention amount has also been updated.<\/p>\nThe most important provision is the clarification that funding for the creation of a modern educational space is provided to institutions that will not provide upper secondary education in the 2027\/28 academic year, as well as special general secondary education institutions where the educational process is carried out at the level of basic secondary education. The changes also concern the form of reporting on the use of subvention funds.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/449-2026-%D1%80\"><\/p>\n<h3>Issues of the Joint-Stock Company “Guaranteed Buyer”<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nThis order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel issues at the joint-stock company “Guaranteed Buyer”.<\/p>\n**Structure and main provisions:**<\/p>\nThe order consists of one point, which approves the decision to elect two members of the board of JSC “Guaranteed Buyer” \u2013 Sova Stanislav Stanislavovych and Ivanov Hennadii Anatoliiovych. They are appointed for a term until August 14, 2026. The order is<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Digest of Amendments to the Legislation of Ukraine National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) – Accounting Prices for Bank Metals The NBU has published accounting prices for bank metals (gold, silver, platinum, palladium) for May 19, 2026. 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