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Ukraine has secured a new four-year Extended Fund Facility (EFF) with the IMF worth $8.1 billion, which requires the implementation of key reforms to address macroeconomic stability and corruption.

The IMF notes that Syria finished 2025 with a slight budget surplus and has agreed on a program with local authorities to assist in implementing significant financial reforms.

The South Korean government and ruling party are considering reforms to the basic pension system, including differential payments for low-income seniors and potential reductions in the number of beneficiaries.

The city of Quito plans to take legal action against recent reforms to a law impacting financial transfers for local governments.

The EU has become Ukraine's primary supporter amid ongoing challenges stemming from Russia's invasion, pledging significant financial aid while grappling with humanitarian issues and governance reforms.

The article discusses the need for reforms in the German equalization payment system among states, emphasizing that solidarity must come with accountability and necessary changes.

The Czech Republic is considering revising its public broadcaster funding model, aiming for enhanced efficiency and updated definitions, similar to changes seen in Slovakia.

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, emphasizes that disciplined and transparent reforms are boosting confidence in Nigeria's financial system.

Pensioners in Greece are protesting at Kotzia Square, demanding significant increases in pensions and other financial benefits.

Young members of the CDU are urging their party to embrace reforms in response to the impending financial strain caused by demographic changes in society.

The owner of Panathinaikos is pushing for favorable government reforms for his media interests amid reported financial struggles.

Concerns are rising that more private companies in Nigeria may disconnect from the national grid due to ongoing power supply failures and financial strain in the electricity sector.

Polish taxpayers have until February 20 to change the form of their PIT taxation as part of tax reforms.

Brazil's social security system faces significant financial challenges, prompting discussions for new reforms to address the rising deficit.

The UK Treasury is set to implement new regulations affecting building societies including Nationwide, following discussions with senior officials and a commitment to reform the mutuals sector.

Political divisions in Lebanon over a controversial banking law threaten the country's efforts to implement reforms necessary for an agreement with the IMF amid a severe financial crisis.

The U.S. plans to pay part of its accumulated financial obligations to the UN while insisting on pushing for structural reforms within the organization.

Five African economies are expected to lead a 'rating revolution' in 2026 due to improved economic growth forecasts and various financial reforms.

The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that the organization faces imminent financial collapse unless reforms are made to its financing rules or all member states pay their dues, with a significant focus on the United States.

Nigeria has been removed from the EU's high-risk jurisdictions list for money laundering and terrorism financing, signaling improvements in its financial sector governance following Central Bank reforms.

This issue of the Ukraine Reforms Tracker discusses recent parliamentary actions and reforms related to business, economics, and international financial programs in Ukraine.

Economic expert Veronika Grimm criticizes the German government for its lack of reform, warning that without changes, Germany could face financial difficulties in four years.

In the first month of reforms, 4,868 participants were deregistered from pension accumulation due to severe health conditions, while 7,162 took advantage of the option to end their accumulation, with an average withdrawal amount of 5,251 euros.

In response to financial and organizational challenges in the healthcare system caused by hospital reforms, local officials and hospital directors are preparing to protest against the government's handling of healthcare financing.

This weekly digest covers Ukrainian legislative updates regarding business, economics, and international financial programs for the period from January 1 to January 12, 2026.

The article discusses significant corporate tax changes in Slovakia effective from January 2026, highlighting both serious implications and lighter regulations such as new notification requirements for retailers.

Employers from the Polish Entrepreneurs Federation present their proposals for labor market reforms and express opposition to excessive powers of labor inspectors while highlighting potential financial benefits of the proposed changes.

The article discusses how an innovative institute is seeking answers on modernizing the financial administration of tax payments, highlighting the challenges faced by taxpayers in navigating recent reforms like the property tax.

In a detailed interview, Syrian Finance Minister Mohammad Yasser Al-Bernia presented unconventional financial and economic policies for the transitional period, discussing domestic debt, budget surplus, public debt, tax reforms, and debts owed to Iran and Russia.

Minister Jolanta Sobierańska-Grenda emphasized the critical role of stable financing in the success of health reforms and the need for discussions about funding sources and responsible spending in the context of systemic health ambitions versus actual financial capabilities this year.

A large YouGov survey across six European countries reveals that while a majority of Europeans believe their national pension systems will soon become financially unsustainable and that current pensions are too low, they oppose key reforms such as raising the retirement age.

Political parties in Poland are proposing various reforms to address the financial problems of the National Health Fund, a major topic of recent political discourse.