On September 22, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) would assist Ukraine in finding part of the funds necessary to cover the budget deficit next year. This announcement followed his meeting with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva in New York.
The Importance of Financial Support
Zelensky emphasized that each economic step of support is crucial for the fair protection of the Ukrainian people. He noted that the financial assistance from the IMF is critically important for ensuring the economic stability of the country, especially in the face of current challenges.
Legislative Initiatives of the Verkhovna Rada
The President also informed that the Verkhovna Rada voted for part of the laws that Ukraine committed to adopting in order to receive financial assistance from international partners. Zelensky assured that all other necessary laws for financial support will be voted on by the end of the year.