Shmyhal to OECD Secretary General: we expect Ukraine to join in 2026

Kyiv • UNN

July 1 2025, 03:57 PM • 15 views

Ukraine seeks to integrate into the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development already next year. This was emphasized by the Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal at a meeting with the OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann, as reported by UNN.

Joining the club of developed countries remains an unchanging priority for Ukraine. We expect this to happen in 2026 

AdditionallyThe parties discussed the structural changes that Ukraine is undertaking on its path to membership in the Organization. Denys Shmyhal thanked for the high assessment of the achieved progress and for assistance in implementing reforms.

“This will contribute to reconstruction, attracting investments, and will also accelerate European integration processes,” the Prime Minister emphasized.

He expressed confidence that our state, together with the OECD, will be able to adequately respond to all current challenges.

Prime Minister Shmyhal and OECD Secretary-General Discussed Strengthening Cooperation for Ukraine’s Integration into the Organization Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with Secretary-General of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Mathias Cormann in Paris. They discussed strengthening cooperation between Ukraine and the OECD, including the implementation of the joint Action Plan, which envisages Ukraine’s integration into the OECD. Denys Shmyhal emphasized that Ukraine considers the OECD to be a key partner in implementing reforms and adopting the best world standards. “We are grateful to the OECD for its unwavering support of Ukraine, especially since the beginning of the full-scale war. We appreciate the practical tools and analysis that the OECD provides to help us move forward with reforms and rebuild,” the Prime Minister of Ukraine said. The parties discussed priority areas of cooperation, including improving corporate governance in state-owned enterprises, fighting corruption, developing the digital economy, and improving the investment climate. Denys Shmyhal emphasized Ukraine’s commitment to implementing reforms and expressed hope for further deepening of cooperation with the OECD. “We are determined to continue our path towards full membership in the OECD. This is an important signal for our citizens, business and international partners that Ukraine is committed to building a transparent and efficient economy based on the best world standards,” the Prime Minister of Ukraine noted. Mathias Cormann confirmed the OECD’s readiness to continue supporting Ukraine in its reform efforts and expressed confidence that closer cooperation with the OECD will help Ukraine build a strong and sustainable economy. 03.06.25, 19:17 • 2927 views