Zelenskyy nominates Yulia Svyrydenko as new Ukraine PM in cabinet shake-up
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recommended Economy Minister Yulia Svyrydenko for the role of prime minister amid plans for a government reshuffle. The change aims to boost Ukraine's government and economy amid ongoing conflict with Russia. If approved, Svyrydenko will replace current Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal.Key Facts
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has suggested Yulia Svyrydenko for the position of prime minister.
- The recommendation was announced as part of a planned government reshuffle, over three years into Ukraine's conflict with Russia.
- If appointed, Svyrydenko will replace Denys Shmyhal, who has been prime minister since 2020.
- Discussions between Zelenskyy and Svyrydenko focused on strengthening Ukraine's economy and increasing weapon production within the country.
- Svyrydenko became well-known this year during complex talks with the U.S. about a rare minerals deal.
- Her appointment as prime minister requires approval by Ukraine's parliament, which has mostly backed Zelenskyy since the invasion.
- Zelenskyy is also considering appointing Defence Minister Rustem Umerov as the ambassador to the United States.
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