Zelenskyy backs state energy company chief Koretskyi for new Ukraine PM
Summary
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine supports Sergii Koretskyi, head of the state energy company Naftogaz, as the next prime minister. The change comes as Ukraine prepares for winter amid ongoing conflict and follows the resignation of the current prime minister, Yulia Svyrydenko.Key Facts
- Sergii Koretskyi leads Ukraine’s state energy company, Naftogaz.
- Zelenskyy says Koretskyi is best prepared to be the new prime minister.
- Yulia Svyrydenko resigned as prime minister after one year in office.
- Ukraine’s parliament is expected to approve Koretskyi because Zelenskyy’s party holds the majority.
- The prime minister’s resignation means the whole cabinet must resign, signaling a larger government change.
- Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov’s future in the cabinet is uncertain; he is known for pushing technology and innovation in defense.
- Zelenskyy mentioned a new political strategy focusing on foreign policy, including making Patriot air defense systems, joining the European Union, and strengthening ties with Gulf countries.
- The government reshuffle aims to better prepare Ukraine for expected Russian attacks this winter.
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