IMF: Ukraine may need $20 billion more than the government planned.

According to inkorr.com: The International Monetary Fund emphasized that Ukraine may need $10-20 billion more than the government initially estimated. Discrepancies in the numbers arose during meetings of IMF representatives in Kyiv last week, where external financing for the next two years was discussed. Resolving this issue is critically important, as the fund will consider Ukraine's request for a new lending program.

Estimates of financial needs

• The Ukrainian government estimates a need for $37.5 billion over the next two years
• However, the IMF believes this amount could be between $47.5 billion and $57.5 billion
• The final figures are set to be agreed upon next week during the next round of consultations

However, Ukraine faces challenges in obtaining additional financial assistance. A large portion of the existing IMF package worth $15.5 billion has already been utilized, and the program meant to support ending the war expires in 2027. Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko hopes to secure approval for a new program from the IMF Board of Directors by the end of the year.

Challenges in obtaining assistance

Ukraine is facing certain difficulties in attracting additional assistance from key partners. The contribution from the United States, which was the largest at the beginning of the conflict, has decreased following Donald Trump's return to power, resulting in the European Union becoming the primary source of financial support.

Meetings between Ukrainian and IMF representatives revealed significant discrepancies in estimates of the country's financial needs for the next two years. Ukraine may need $10-20 billion more than was initially planned. Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko is working to secure approval for a new lending program from the IMF, while the Ukrainian side faces challenges in attracting additional financial resources from its partners.