The Ministry of Economy of Ukraine proposed on October 9, 2026, to reduce the reservation quota for employees of defense enterprises from 100% to 85%. The corresponding draft resolution has already been sent to the Ministry of Defense for approval.
Impact on the Defense Industry
Representatives of the Ukrainian defense industry have expressed concerns that losing 15% of employees could lead to the shutdown of certain productions. In a situation where enterprises are already facing a shortage of personnel, they are effectively being asked to choose which employees to remove from reservation.
Demands for Clarification
According to the statement from the Ukrainian Council of Armorers, employees of the defense sector make up no more than 10% of all reserved personnel in the country. They are demanding explanations regarding the calculations that underpin the proposed limit of 85%. Such actions could significantly impact the stability of Ukraine's defense sector.