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Ukraine Politics News: Government, Parliament, Reforms & Diplomacy
Ukraine’s Parliament has appointed new Ministers of Health and Finance
Ukraine appoints new health and finance ministers as parliament approves a major cabinet reshuffle. The decision reshapes key government roles, impacting reforms, stability, and Ukraine’s global partnerships reported by empr.media.
Mar 30, 2020
Some politycal forces want Ukraine’s Health Minister to resign
Some political forces are demanding the resignation of Ukraine’s health minister amid disputes over healthcare reforms and political pressure.
Mar 23, 2020
Ukraine Parliament passed the law on counteracting the coronavirus
The Ukraine Parliament has passed a critical law on counteracting the coronavirus. empr.media analyzes the new legal framework, including administrative penalties and medical procurement shifts to combat COVID-19.
Mar 17, 2020
Ukraine Parliament votes to approve new PM, cabinet: names
Ukraine Parliament has approved a new Prime Minister and Cabinet lineup, marking a significant government reshuffle with implications for policy direction and wartime governance.
Mar 5, 2020
Doing “politics” in Ukraine: “how to vote” scenario for Zelensky’s MPs
Explainer on how Ukraine’s Parliament voting works, including scenarios for Zelensky’s MPs in the Verkhovna Rada and how political decisions are formed and passed.
Mar 4, 2020
Ukraine Prime Minister Oleksiy Honcharuk has resigned
Ukraine Prime Minister Oleksiy Honcharuk resigns following political tensions and government reshuffle discussions, signaling major changes in Zelensky’s cabinet.
Mar 4, 2020
Prosecutor General Office and NABU have come under pressure
Ukraine’s Prosecutor General Office and NABU face mounting institutional and political pressure, raising concerns over independence of anti-corruption investigations.
Mar 3, 2020
Trump may visit Kyiv on the Day of Remembrance and Reconciliation
Reports suggest Donald Trump may visit Kyiv during Ukraine’s Day of Remembrance and Reconciliation, drawing international attention to U.S.-Ukraine political relations.
Feb 28, 2020
Ukraine is working on a new version of the Minsk Agreements
A diplomatic breakthrough or a deadlock? Ukraine is working on a new version of the Minsk Agreements to secure a viable peace in Donbas. EMPR Politics explores the proposed changes and the reaction from the international community.
Feb 21, 2020
How Europe Allowed Russia Back Into PACE Amid War in Ukraine
PACE lifted sanctions on Russia and restored Moscow’s voting rights, dealing a major diplomatic blow to Ukraine amid ongoing Kremlin aggression.
Feb 4, 2020
Inside Pompeo’s Kyiv Meetings With Zelenskyy and Ukraine’s Church Leader
Mike Pompeo met with President Zelenskyy and the Orthodox Church of Ukraine leadership in Kyiv, discussing sovereignty, religious freedom, and ongoing U.S. support.
Jan 31, 2020
Petro Poroshenko Questioned by Ukraine’s State Investigation Bureau
Former Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko attended the State Bureau of Investigation for questioning as political tensions and legal investigations continued in Ukraine.
Jan 25, 2020