Ukraine to set veteran policy spending at UAH10.7 bln

In 2025, Ukraine plans to allocate 10.7 billion hryvnias for veteran-related policies.

Rubryka reports with reference to the Ministry of Veterans Affairs. This figure is included in the draft Law "On the State Budget of Ukraine for 2025," which the Cabinet of Ministers approved for its second reading.

Key allocations include:

• 2.19 billion hryvnias for supporting and assisting war veterans, their families, and the families of deceased service members.
• 463.93 million hryvnias to fund enterprises, institutions, and organizations under the Ministry of Veterans Affairs, including the Ukrainian Veterans Fund.

Additionally, the draft budget outlines subventions from the state to local budgets for specific initiatives:

• 2.93 billion hryvnias to support the activities of veterans' support specialists.
• 3.97 billion hryvnias for monetary compensation to war-disabled individuals (I-II disability groups) needing housing improvements.
• 450 million hryvnias for the development of veteran spaces under a public investment project.

These measures aim to enhance support for veterans and their families while improving infrastructure and services dedicated to their needs.

The draft Law "On the State Budget of Ukraine for 2025" outlines seven types of expenditures to implement veteran policies based on departmental and program classifications.

In addition to budget allocations, the Ministry of Veterans Affairs, in collaboration with other state bodies, will carry out joint programs to address veterans' needs. International technical assistance will also be a key resource for off-budget projects within the veteran policy framework.

It was earlier reported that Ukraine is set to introduce special conditions to support veteran entrepreneurs, providing preferences to help them start and manage businesses.

Notable initiatives include:

• Veteran Business Map: Created in Lviv, this interactive map showcases 34 veteran-owned businesses, such as coffee shops, stores, and workshops.
• "Created by Defenders" Project: Launched by the Ministry of Veterans, this initiative features veteran-made products now available in Ukrainian supermarkets.
• "Own Business" Grant Program: Since its launch, 500 veterans and family members of combatants have secured grants totaling UAH 220 million to support their businesses.

A recent Work.ua study revealed an 82% increase in job vacancies for veterans in Ukraine this year. However, management positions remain scarce.