Ukraine’s newly-appointed prime minister makes his first call to IMF

While emphasizing the importance of strengthening relations with international partners, Koretskyi mentioned “securing additional resources” as another goal.

Ukraine's new Prime Minister Sergii Koretskyi after being approved by Parliament as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reshuffles the government during the ongoing war with Russia.

Koretsky, 48, has been chosen to steer Ukraine through another difficult winter, with the country expected to face continued Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure.

Koretskyi, 48, is an entrepreneur who has held executive and senior management positions at various companies in the energy sector, including Naftogaz, which he has led since May 2025.