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2026-09-16 18:46:10
[Ukrainian Finance Minister: Frozen Russian Assets Could Be a Major Source of Western Aid] ⑴ The Ukrainian Finance Minister stated that frozen Russian assets could be a major source of Western financial aid to cover the 2027 budget deficit. ⑵ The minister also pointed out that Ukraine's current trade deficit is approximately $73 billion. ⑶ He further stated that Ukraine's 2027 national budget deficit is projected to reach 15% of GDP. ⑷ These statements indicate that Ukraine remains highly dependent on external financing in its medium-term fiscal planning, and the use of frozen assets is a key consideration for filling the gap. ⑸ The legal progress and political will of the West regarding the handling of frozen Russian assets need to be monitored. If such mechanisms are implemented, it will affect Ukraine's budget financing structure and expectations for regional financial stability.
