These reforms, along with adjustments to state payments, are aimed at modernizing and enhancing the structure of the country's social security system.
During the first government meeting of this year on January 3, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal outlined the administration's priorities for 2025. Among them is the pension indexation scheduled for March. Additionally, legislative work on establishing a cumulative pension system will be completed in 2025, with its launch planned for 2026.
As part of a broader social policy reform, the government intends to optimize support for families facing difficult life circumstances. The new initiative will consolidate several types of assistance into one more substantial payment. This approach aims to simplify the system while providing meaningful support to those in need.
Shmyhal also reaffirmed the government's commitment to maintaining financial stability, assuring citizens that all essential expenditures—pensions, salaries, and social benefits—will be fully funded throughout the year. The reforms and guarantees reflect a focus on enhancing the efficiency and reliability of Ukraine's social support systems.