Government directs UAH 2 billion for humanitarian demining of agricultural land: Prime Minister

The Government has allocated UAH 5.1 billion for programmes that are part of the Made in Ukraine policy. This was announced by Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal during a Cabinet of Ministers meeting on 14 February.

"One of the key priorities in economic policy is the Made in Ukraine programme. Our key goal is to support Ukrainian producers who invest in Ukraine and create added value here," stressed Denys Shmyhal.

According to him, the Government has earmarked UAH 2 billion for humanitarian demining of agricultural land.

"Ukrainian farmers can receive 100% compensation for the demining of their land and resume work as soon as possible," the Prime Minister said.

He also stated that UAH 1.6 billion would be directed to support internal demand for domestic goods and services.

"This includes the National Cashback programme and compensation for the products of the Ukrainian industry, in particular for the purchase of equipment and machinery. In this way, we stimulate domestic mechanical engineering and the creation of added value in Ukraine," said Denys Shmyhal.

In addition, another UAH 500 million will be allocated to compensate for the purchase of agricultural machinery made in Ukraine.

"Thanks to this programme, we expect the production of relevant machinery and equipment to increase by 10-15% this year," the Prime Minister said.

The Government has allocated UAH 500 million to create high-quality infrastructure for industrial parks. These resources, according to Denys Shmyhal, will be used to build engineering and transport infrastructure and connect the seven industrial parks to the grid.

"Alongside this, we continue to support small and medium-sized businesses through grants and affordable loans. We support Ukrainian exports. We are scaling up recovery programmes," the Prime Minister emphasised.