🇺🇦🏛️The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Forms a New Government: Cabinet Composition, Strategic Focus, and Public Expectations
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The editorial team of www.ndu.kr.ua highlights the key decisions of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine that shape the political and socio-economic trajectory of the state. On 17 July 2025, the Parliament made a pivotal decision by forming a new Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine and appointing Yuliia Svyrydenko as the Prime Minister. This decision was made amid ongoing military aggression by the Russian Federation, systemic transformation of state institutions, and the need to ensure effective post-war recovery.
Composition of the New Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
Based on resolutions of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine and in accordance with the Constitution of Ukraine, 14 ministers and 3 deputy prime ministers have been appointed, including one First Deputy Prime Minister:
Yuliia Svyrydenko — Prime Minister of Ukraine;
Mykhailo Fedorov — First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine and Minister of Digital Transformation;
Oleksii Kuleba — Deputy Prime Minister for Ukraine’s Reconstruction and Minister for Communities and Territories Development;
Taras Kachka — Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration;
Matvii Bidnyi — Minister of Youth and Sports;
Herman Halushchenko — Minister of Justice;
Svitlana Hrynchuk — Minister of Energy;
Nataliia Kalmykova — Minister for Veterans Affairs;
Ihor Klymenko — Minister of Internal Affairs;
Oksen Lisovyi — Minister of Education and Science;
Viktor Liashko — Minister of Health;
Serhii Marchenko — Minister of Finance;
Oleksii Soboliev — Minister of Economy, Environment, and Agriculture;
Denys Uliutin — Minister of Social Policy, Family, and Unity.
The new government structure also reflects the consolidation of several ministries and the creation of new interagency portfolios, including:
Ministry of Economy, Environment, and Agriculture — integrating agricultural, environmental, and economic policies;
Ministry of Social Policy, Family, and Unity — combining social protection and public cohesion issues.
Analytical Review: Implications of These Appointments
A Government of Technology and Reforms
First Deputy Prime Minister Mykhailo Fedorov leads the digital transformation portfolio, aligning with the course towards state modernization, reduced bureaucracy, and enhanced transparency. His experience with "Diia" holds potential to elevate e-governance to a new level.
Reconstruction and European Integration
Oleksii Kuleba, as Deputy Prime Minister for Reconstruction, plays a key role in implementing the Post-War Recovery Plan. Taras Kachka, an expert in trade and international law, will foster momentum in Ukraine's EU and NATO accession negotiations.
Policy Integration and Personal Accountability
The formation of intersectoral portfolios is not just an optimization tool but a necessity of the times. The decision to merge environment, agriculture, and economy under a single minister signals the government's commitment to Green Deal principles and sustainable development.
What Does This Mean for Citizens?
The reshuffled government addresses critical challenges:
For communities — new recovery programmes and effective local governance;
For veterans and vulnerable groups — prioritisation of social protection and integration policies;
For youth — continued reforms in education, sports, and culture;
For international partners — a clear signal of reform continuity and transparent governance.
The new government formally assumes authority simultaneously with the dismissal of its predecessors, ensuring governance continuity as required by Article 10 of the Law of Ukraine "On the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine."
Conclusions: A New Government — A New Phase of Responsibility
During the plenary session, Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk emphasised that "the actions of the new Cabinet of Ministers will largely determine Ukraine's future." This government is tasked not only with responding to the consequences of war but also with driving long-term reforms that bring Ukraine closer to full EU membership.
The editorial team of www.ndu.kr.ua will continue to keep you informed about the progress of reforms, government decisions, and parliamentary activities amid martial law and post-war recovery.
