August 17, 2026 marked a significant day for the Ukrainian political agenda. On this day, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine officially submitted the draft Resolution "On the Program of Activities of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine" for consideration by the Verkhovna Rada. The document, which will serve as a roadmap for the executive branch's actions in the near future, was registered in parliament within the statutory timeframe. This was officially announced in the Telegram channels of Prime Minister Serhiy Koretsky and the Permanent Representative of the CMU in the Verkhovna Rada, Taras Melnychuk.
Strategic vector: withstand and win
The new government program focuses on one fundamental goal — to withstand and win the war for Independence. Serhiy Koretsky, commenting on the adoption of the document, emphasized that this is not just a formal report, but a clear list of tasks with strict personal accountability. "The program records the principles of the government's work, main goals, and specific tasks. This is a clear list of what the government must do," the Prime Minister stated. He also thanked the People's Deputies who participated in finalizing the text and expressed hope for the document's prompt consideration by parliament.
Economy in wartime: supporting business and the army
Aside from military aspects, Koretsky's government program relies on the mobilization of economic resources. In the context of the ongoing conflict, full funding of the army until the end of 2026 is critically important. The Cabinet of Ministers has already begun actively seeking resources, part of which is planned to be attracted from international partners. To support the economy and logistics, the state will provide businesses with priority access to state premises. This is necessary so that companies can disperse their warehouses and minimize risks. The Cabinet has set a deadline for preparing a list of such objects, which indicates a desire for operational decision-making.
European integration and defense strengthening
The document implies a comprehensive approach to strengthening the state. Among the key directions are accelerating European integration and enhancing the country's defense capabilities. As noted earlier in press releases, the program is designed to create conditions for sustainable development even under combat conditions. This requires coordinated efforts of all branches of power and society. "This is our common work and common responsibility for the result," Koretsky summarized, emphasizing the importance of unity in achieving set goals.
Contradictory data
Although the main theses of the government program were voiced by the Prime Minister and confirmed by representatives of the Cabinet of Ministers, there are different assessments of the realism of the set tasks in the media and expert community. In particular, materials from UNIAN (Source ID 1) mention that the winter of 2026 will be even more difficult, which could affect the fulfillment of economic obligations. Some analysts point to a possible gap between declared goals and the state's real financial capabilities, especially in the context of the need for full army funding by the end of the year. Nevertheless, official government representatives insist that the document is a working tool, not a declaration of intent.
