Ukraine needs about $52 billion in international assistance in 2026. The issue was discussed during meetings in the United States with key partners.
Finance Minister Serhii Marchenko held a series of talks with representatives of the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, and the U.S. Department of the Treasury on the sidelines of the Spring Meetings. The focus was on mobilizing resources and implementing reforms.
According to estimates by the government and the IMF, Ukraine’s total financing gap for 2026–2029 amounts to about $136.5 billion. In 2026 alone, around $52 billion is needed to maintain macroeconomic stability and restore infrastructure.
During the meeting with the World Bank, the sides noted that since 2022 Ukraine has attracted more than $71 billion through its mechanisms, including over $41 billion in grants. In 2025, 27 projects worth $34.5 billion were implemented and 13 new agreements were signed.
The Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program with the IMF, totaling $8.1 billion for 2026–2029, was also discussed. The first review is scheduled for June 2026, after which Ukraine may receive $686 million.
Talks with the U.S. Treasury also focused on sources to cover the budget deficit, including the ERA Loans mechanism, the EU’s Ukraine Facility program, and other support instruments.