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Ukraine has received over $172 billion in external financing since Russia's full-scale aggression began in February 2022. Deputy Finance Minister Olha Zykova reported that 27.2% of the state budget, exceeding $61 billion, is dedicated to defense and security, while social expenditures remain under $40 billion.

To support reconstruction, Ukraine seeks systematic external financing from international partners. The IMF's new Extended Fund Facility program outlines a potential need for $136.5 billion in external financing, depending on the conflict's progression, with an immediate requirement of $52 billion this year.