July 17 became a historic day for Ukraine as a new Cabinet of Ministers was appointed. Valerii Klochuk, head of the Veza Public Analytics Center, and political scientist Ihor Reiterovych discussed the reasons behind the changes, the constitutionality of appointments under martial law, and the political background of key decisions.
Yuliia Sveredenko was named Prime Minister, signaling a new generation entering top government positions. Experts note that martial law legislation does not prohibit Cabinet reshuffles provided the institution itself is not dissolved. The importance of Parliament’s role in legitimizing such appointments is emphasized.
The discussion covers possible motives: sending signals to the public and international partners, and President Zelensky’s emphasis on internal balance among influential groups. The appointment of Denys Shmyhal as Defense Minister, the distribution of political power in the new government, and the influence of key figures are also detailed.
Another focus is parliamentary reactions: the complexity of gathering votes for the new Cabinet and the potential absence of a consistent coalition. Commentators suggest the Sveredenko government may remain in place until the end of the war and analyze prospects for effectiveness given the retention of crucial ministers and international contacts.
Experts conclude that, during wartime, maintaining stability and balance is crucial for Ukraine, expressing optimism about the country’s political course and relationships with partners.
