Over 300 representatives from communities and regional military administrations (RMAs) of Volyn, Rivne, and Ternopil regions attended the presentation of the Public Investment Management (PIM) reform, held in Lutsk. These meetings with communities across the country aim to strengthen their capacity to implement the PIM reform at local and regional levels. <img alt="Copy of DSC07215.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_07215_1fe982797b.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_07215_1fe982797b.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_07215_1fe982797b.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_07215_1fe982797b.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_07215_1fe982797b.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> Oleksii Riabykin, Deputy Minister for Development of Communities and Territories of Ukraine, emphasized in his address that the new approaches to managing public investments provide a clear understanding of needs and priorities both at the regional and sectoral levels. The reform will enable access to financial resources for the balanced development of communities, regions, and the entire country. Thanks to systemic changes, Ukraine will be able to access funding from the European Structural Funds under the EU Cohesion Policy. The formation of project portfolios serves as an investment menu, providing international partners with a clear understanding of Ukraine's financial needs in line with its priorities, said Oleksii Riabykin. <img alt="Copy of DSC07286.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_07286_395c866b53.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_07286_395c866b53.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_07286_395c866b53.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_07286_395c866b53.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_07286_395c866b53.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> Olena Ursu, Programme Expert at UNDP Ukraine, highlighted the role of the DREAM platform in facilitating practical cooperation with communities for implementing the reform. <img alt="Copy of DSC07533.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_07533_14cf9104e0.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_07533_14cf9104e0.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_07533_14cf9104e0.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_07533_14cf9104e0.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_07533_14cf9104e0.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> During the presentation, participants received comprehensive information on each stage of the reform’s local implementation, including legislation regulating the reform and the creation of management structures at both regional and community levels. <img alt="Copy of DSC07543.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_07543_13805807c5.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_07543_13805807c5.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_07543_13805807c5.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_07543_13805807c5.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_07543_13805807c5.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> Special attention was given to local and regional development strategies, the preparation of the Medium-Term Plan of Priority Public Investments (MIP), the methodology for developing public investment projects and programs, sectoral project pipelines, and the Single Project Pipeline (SPP). The principles and stages of preparing the MIP — the core of the reform — were discussed in detail. <img alt="Copy of DSC07337.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_07337_1295ca5f31.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_07337_1295ca5f31.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_07337_1295ca5f31.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_07337_1295ca5f31.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_07337_1295ca5f31.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> The national MIP, developed using the DREAM public investment management system, was approved by the government in early July. It is available on the DREAM public portal at: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://dream.gov.ua/ua/mtp">https://dream.gov.ua/ua/mtp</a> Communities and RMAs have already begun establishing management structures and developing their own Medium-Term Plans in line with their respective development strategies. Victor Nestulia, Head of the DREAM Project Office, presented the logic behind the reform, the legislative framework, and outlined each stage of its implementation — from building institutional capacity to preparing the MIP and forming sectoral pipeline and SPPs at the regional and local levels. Thanks to this new approach, we are introducing a unified model for project development, assessment, and prioritization. The DREAM ecosystem plays a key role here, enabling communities to manage their investment projects through a single digital window, said Victor Nestulia. He also announced a series of practical training webinars to provide methodological support for project implementers in the procedures for forming and approving MIPs, as well as for developing projects and programs. <img alt="Copy of DSC07479.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_07479_1e9426550d.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_07479_1e9426550d.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_07479_1e9426550d.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_07479_1e9426550d.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_07479_1e9426550d.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> The DREAM team provided detailed information on strengthening institutional capacity at the local level, placing a special focus on the new project and program development methodology based on the Five Justifications Model. The event was held jointly by the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine, the DREAM Project Office, and Open Contracting Partnership with the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Ukraine as part of UNDP's flagship partnership with the European Union "EU4Recovery — Empowering Communities in Ukraine", as well as the "Support to Inclusive Recovery for Resilience and Human Security in Ukraine" project funded by the Government of Japan.

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PIM Reform: Presentation for Communities and Regions Held in Lutsk

Over 500 representatives of local and regional authorities from Zakarpattia, Ivano-Frankivsk, and Lviv regions gathered in Uzhhorod for a practical presentation of the public investment management (PIM) reform currently being implemented in Ukraine. The event also brought together representatives from the Ministry for Development of Communities and Territories, the DREAM Project Office, civil society, the expert community, and international partners. <img alt="Copy of DSC06892.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_06892_6256fd6637.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_06892_6256fd6637.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_06892_6256fd6637.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_06892_6256fd6637.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_06892_6256fd6637.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> This series of meetings is taking place across Ukraine. Its goal is to strengthen the capacity of regional and local authorities and to increase their awareness of new approaches to public investment management. Regional presentations are held in an open dialogue format, ensuring that every participant receives answers to key questions and that their suggestions are heard. Communities must feel comprehensive support to ensure the successful implementation of the PIM reform at the local level. Deputy Minister for Development of Communities and Territories, Oleksii Riabikin, emphasized during his opening remarks that preparation and training are crucial for effective practical work, high-quality project development, and securing international assistance for implementation. "The reform serves as a bridge to EU structural funds. To align our vision with available resources, we must set clear and well-justified priorities. People expect transparent, comprehensible, and consistent decisions. The team of the Ministry and the DREAM Project Office is ready to provide all necessary assistance and support to communities to effectively implement the reform and attract as much funding as possible for the country's development at all levels," said Oleksii Riabikin. <img alt="Copy of DSC06815.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_06815_91f5ca001b.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_06815_91f5ca001b.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_06815_91f5ca001b.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_06815_91f5ca001b.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_06815_91f5ca001b.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> The event covered the legislative framework of the reform, institutional support, the importance of strategic and medium-term planning, the methodology for creating public investment projects and programs, sectoral project portfolios, and the Single Project Pipeline (SPP). Special attention was given to the principles and stages of developing the Medium-Term Plan of Priority Public Investments (MIP), which forms the foundation of the reform. <img alt="Copy of DSC06914.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_06914_ef0cc8ec81.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_06914_ef0cc8ec81.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_06914_ef0cc8ec81.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_06914_ef0cc8ec81.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_06914_ef0cc8ec81.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> Communities and Regional State Administrations (RSAs) have already begun the process of establishing management structures within the framework of the PIM reform and developing medium-term plans in line with their local development strategies. Those that lack approved strategies or have outdated ones must adopt or update them accordingly. Viktor Nestulia, Head of the DREAM Project Office, presented the key components of the reform, outlined the legislative framework, and explained each stage of implementation — from establishing governance structures and preparing the MIP to forming sectoral pipelines and SPPs at both regional and local levels. He also announced a series of practical training webinars aimed at providing methodological support to project implementers on the procedures for developing and approving the MIP. <img alt="Copy of DSC06988.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_06988_14129e6ec6.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_06988_14129e6ec6.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_06988_14129e6ec6.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_06988_14129e6ec6.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_06988_14129e6ec6.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> Nadiia Kovalska, Training Manager of the DREAM Academy, spoke about the institutional setup required for the reform, particularly regarding the roles of local units and authorities. <img alt="Copy of DSC07041.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_07041_9c2f7baceb.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_07041_9c2f7baceb.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_07041_9c2f7baceb.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_07041_9c2f7baceb.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_07041_9c2f7baceb.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> Oleksandr Matsapura, Head of Partner and User Relations at the DREAM Project Office, and Inna Melnyk, Department Manager, shared with participants the specifics of medium-term planning, specifically the formation of MIP at the national, regional, and community levels. The second part of the meeting focused on the methodology for creating PIPs and programs, sectoral pipelines, and SPPs, as well as possible funding mechanisms. <img alt="DSC07106.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_07106_5d2136a58a.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_07106_5d2136a58a.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_07106_5d2136a58a.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_07106_5d2136a58a.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_07106_5d2136a58a.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"><img alt="DSC07159.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_07159_8d7af18320.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_07159_8d7af18320.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_07159_8d7af18320.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_07159_8d7af18320.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_07159_8d7af18320.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> Additional attention was given to government-led initiatives to strengthen the capacity of project initiators, in particular, the creation of an interagency project preparation unit (PPU) and expert-consultative support (PPF).&nbsp; To gather feedback on awareness of the PIM reform and collect proposals for improving its implementation processes, we kindly ask you to complete the following survey: &nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://forms.gle/x3Ga7QdaKV1C77Pd7">https://forms.gle/x3Ga7QdaKV1C77Pd7</a> You can find a general overview of the reform here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://bit.ly/46auV5p">https://bit.ly/46auV5p</a> <img alt="Copy of DSC06988.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_06988_35dc54429e.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_06988_35dc54429e.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_06988_35dc54429e.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_06988_35dc54429e.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_06988_35dc54429e.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> The event was held jointly by the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine, the DREAM Project Office, and Open Contracting Partnership with the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Ukraine as part of UNDP's flagship partnership with the European Union "EU4Recovery — Empowering Communities in Ukraine", as well as the "Support to Inclusive Recovery for Resilience and Human Security in Ukraine" project funded by the Government of Japan.

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PIM Reform: Step-by-step changes in public investment management presented in Uzhhorod

Over 400 participants — including representatives from communities in Vinnytsia, Khmelnytskyi, and Chernivtsi regions, the Ministry for Development, the DREAM Project Office, civil society, experts, and international partners — took part in the event. <img alt="Copy of DSC06449.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_06449_838e574e02.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_06449_838e574e02.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_06449_838e574e02.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_06449_838e574e02.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_06449_838e574e02.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> The presentation was joined by Deputy Head of the Vinnytsia Regional Military Administration, Nataliia Zabolotna, and Head of the Khmelnytskyi Regional Military Administration, Serhii Tiurin. <img alt="DSC06337.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_06337_944a89548e.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_06337_944a89548e.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_06337_944a89548e.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_06337_944a89548e.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_06337_944a89548e.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> Deputy Minister for Development of Communities and Territories Oleksii Riabykin emphasized in his address to the participants the importance of the reform for achieving balanced territorial development. As Ukraine advances on its path to European integration, it will gain access to funding from the European Structural and Investment Funds. To achieve this, the state is implementing a new systematic approach to managing public investments — one that is clear and transparent for all stakeholders. "The PIM reform is a cornerstone for building our future. Introducing new approaches to investment management enables the attraction of international funding for project implementation. The reform will contribute to the balanced development of all regions, as it integrates both strategic and medium-term planning. The Ministry is a reliable partner for communities in implementing the reform — ensuring that stakeholders at all levels understand how to successfully and efficiently attract investments in line with their priorities and needs," said Oleksii Riabykin. <img alt="Знімок екрана 2025-07-22 о 14.37.18.png" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Znimok_ekrana_2025_07_22_o_14_37_18_3e5f920e22.png" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Znimok_ekrana_2025_07_22_o_14_37_18_3e5f920e22.png 245w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Znimok_ekrana_2025_07_22_o_14_37_18_3e5f920e22.png 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Znimok_ekrana_2025_07_22_o_14_37_18_3e5f920e22.png 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Znimok_ekrana_2025_07_22_o_14_37_18_3e5f920e22.png 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> The DREAM Project Office team focused on the legislative framework of the reform, institutional capacity building, key features of strategic and medium-term planning, the methodology for creating public investment projects and programs, as well as the development of sectoral portfolios and the Single Project Pipeline (SPP). The stages and principles for preparing the Medium-Term Plan of Priority Public Investments (MIP) were discussed in detail. The national MIP is already available on the public DREAM portal: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://dream.gov.ua/ua/mtp">https://dream.gov.ua/ua/mtp</a> Communities and RMAs have already begun preparing their medium-term plans in line with their local development strategies. These strategies must be updated, aligned, and approved through 2027. Olena Kulikovska, a UNDP Programme Analyst in Ukraine, noted that the UNDP supports the government's PIM reform initiative.&nbsp; <img alt="Copy of DSC06377.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_06377_e99eb86765.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_06377_e99eb86765.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_06377_e99eb86765.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_06377_e99eb86765.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_06377_e99eb86765.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> Introducing new approaches is an investment in the future — enabling transparent and effective planning and prioritization of development directions based on the real needs of residents. Viktor Nestulia, Head of the DREAM Project Office, spoke to participants about the preconditions for the reform and presented its logic and legal framework. "All processes — from project creation to evaluation, prioritization, portfolio formation, and monitoring — occur within one ecosystem. The reform establishes unified rules and mechanisms to allow government bodies to manage their investment pipeline efficiently. It is thoughtfully designed and is being implemented with the support of international partners, introducing new approaches to the entire public investment management cycle — transparently and accountably," emphasized Viktor Nestulia. <img alt="DSC06746.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_06746_5fe4e3d711.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_06746_5fe4e3d711.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_06746_5fe4e3d711.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_06746_5fe4e3d711.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_06746_5fe4e3d711.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> He also announced a series of practical sessions to provide methodological support to project implementers on the procedures for preparing and approving the Medium-Term Priority Public Investment Plan. Nadiia Kovalska, Training Manager at the DREAM Academy, focused on the institutional structure — specifically the units and bodies that will ensure implementation at the local level — and presented methodologies for developing public investment projects (PIPs) and programs. <img alt="DSC06616.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_06616_94d2b5c8ef.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_06616_94d2b5c8ef.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_06616_94d2b5c8ef.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_06616_94d2b5c8ef.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_06616_94d2b5c8ef.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> On their part, Oleksandr Matsapura, Head of the Partnerships and User Relations Department at the DREAM Project Office, and Department Manager Dariia Sorokina, outlined the features of medium-term planning — particularly the formation of MTPIs at the national, regional, and community levels. They also highlighted government measures aimed at strengthening the capacity of project initiators, including the establishment of an interagency Project Preparation Unit (PPU) and a Project Preparation Facility (PPF) for expert and advisory support. <img alt="DSC06664.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_06664_09e0e0ef6a.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_06664_09e0e0ef6a.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_06664_09e0e0ef6a.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_06664_09e0e0ef6a.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_06664_09e0e0ef6a.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> <img alt="DSC06683.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_06683_e1b3b351f9.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_06683_e1b3b351f9.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_06683_e1b3b351f9.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_06683_e1b3b351f9.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_06683_e1b3b351f9.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> You can read the general overview of the reform at the following link: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://bit.ly/46auV5p">https://bit.ly/46auV5p</a> The event was held jointly by the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine, the DREAM Project Office, and Open Contracting Partnership with the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Ukraine as part of UNDP’s flagship partnership with the European Union “EU4Recovery — Empowering Communities in Ukraine”, as well as the “Support to Inclusive Recovery for Resilience and Human Security in Ukraine” project funded by the Government of Japan.

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PIM Reform: Logic and Implementation Stages Discussed in Vinnytsia

Dnipro continues to expand its network of safe shelters for city residents actively. Over three years of full-scale invasion, the number of shelters has increased dramatically: in 2022, there were only seven simple municipal shelters, and today there are 334. In total, the city now has 303 shelters, 401 simple shelters, and 175 mobile shelters located at public transport stops and other crowded areas, according to local authorities.The commissioning of Civil Protection Shelter No. 12831 on Starokozatska Street, 52A, after eight months of major renovation, is a clear example of this systemic effort. The shelter is situated in a residential courtyard, enabling residents to quickly and conveniently access it in the event of danger.&nbsp; <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Znimok_ekrana_2025_07_17_o_10_03_15_5817885d15.png" alt="Знімок екрана 2025-07-17 о 10.03.15.png" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Znimok_ekrana_2025_07_17_o_10_03_15_5817885d15.png 245w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Znimok_ekrana_2025_07_17_o_10_03_15_5817885d15.png 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Znimok_ekrana_2025_07_17_o_10_03_15_5817885d15.png 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Znimok_ekrana_2025_07_17_o_10_03_15_5817885d15.png 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000">&nbsp; The facility has been renovated to meet modern construction standards, offering barrier-free access, updated communications, comfortable sanitary facilities, a medical station, and stable internet connectivity. The shelter is open around the clock and can safely accommodate up to 200 people for continuous stays of up to 48 hours.&nbsp; “This shelter is located within a residential complex, and it takes people only two minutes to reach a safe space. It’s a completely different quality of environment — spacious, clean, equipped with everything necessary, and people genuinely feel safer”, — says Petro Smachenko, Deputy Director of the Capital Construction Department of Dnipro City Council.&nbsp; City officials acknowledge that not all older shelters can be restored, which is why new shelters are being actively built in parallel, especially near schools. For example, at Gymnasium No. 2, the shelter operates 24/7, accommodating up to 575 people. During air raid alerts, it also hosts children’s educational activities to help reduce stress.&nbsp; <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_04809_b47a37d278.jpg" alt="DSC04809.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_04809_b47a37d278.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_04809_b47a37d278.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_04809_b47a37d278.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_04809_b47a37d278.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000">&nbsp; The renovation project of the shelter on Starokozatska Street was implemented as part of the national priority to strengthen civil safety. It was included in the Single project pipeline in 2024 as a project component, with a total cost of 21.3 million UAH, the majority of which was covered by the state budget.&nbsp; More details about the project in DREAM: http://bit.ly/3TMV431<iframe width="1000" height="560" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/SzRHId4pqwU?si=CHyQdl5LKwEbTO9L" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>

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Successful projects in DREAM: Shelter renovation in Dnipro

An event was held in Mykolaiv, bringing together representatives from communities and regional administrations in the Mykolaiv, Odesa, and Kherson regions to present the implementation of the Public Investment Management (PIM) reform in Ukraine. The presentation continued a series of events aimed at strengthening local capacities and helping communities better adapt to changes in public investment management. Over 450 participants took part in the event, including representatives of the Ministry for Development of Communities and Territories and of Ukraine, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, communities from the Mykolaiv, Odesa, and Kherson regions, the DREAM Project Office, civil society, experts, and international partners. <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_06113_5fafdeaef3.jpg" alt="Copy of DSC06113.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_06113_5fafdeaef3.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_06113_5fafdeaef3.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_06113_5fafdeaef3.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_06113_5fafdeaef3.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> During the event, discussions were held on the institutional framework for the reform, strategic and medium-term planning, the structure of public investment projects and programs, and the development of project pipelines. Deputy Minister for Development of Communities and Territories of Ukraine, Oleksii Riabikin, in his address to participants, emphasized the importance of the reform in the context of both Ukraine’s European integration and the EU cohesion policy, which aims to ensure balanced development across all territories. This is particularly important given the country’s limited financial resources and the critical need to attract international funding. The reform opens the way to both domestic resources and international funds. To achieve this, we need to link strategy to the resources available. The strategy must be a living document. Our task is to explain to communities the opportunities the reform offers for attracting international funding for their development. Together with the DREAM Project Office, we are ready to provide comprehensive support to communities to help them develop high-quality investment products, - said Oleksii Riabikin. <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_06062_a3245964a1.jpg" alt="Copy of DSC06062.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_06062_a3245964a1.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_06062_a3245964a1.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_06062_a3245964a1.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_06062_a3245964a1.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> Ana Lukatela, Head of Area-Based Recovery at UNDP in Ukraine, emphasized the crucial importance of quality planning in attracting international investment. She also stressed that validated data and clear, transparent prioritization have a significant influence on funding decisions. Communities must clearly understand which projects are priorities for implementation and be able to prepare and present them effectively to potential investors. <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_05936_0bf4c6c8bc.jpg" alt="Copy of DSC05936.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_05936_0bf4c6c8bc.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_05936_0bf4c6c8bc.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_05936_0bf4c6c8bc.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_05936_0bf4c6c8bc.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> Vitalii Kim, Head of the Mykolaiv Regional State Administration, shared his experience of systematic cooperation with the Danish government, which is financing many infrastructure projects in the city and region. He emphasized the importance of developing strategies and plans to enable more facilities to be restored, modernized, or constructed for the benefit of the people.&nbsp; <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_05896_b174dfcd54.jpg" alt="Copy of DSC05896.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_05896_b174dfcd54.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_05896_b174dfcd54.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_05896_b174dfcd54.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_05896_b174dfcd54.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> Oleksandr Prokudin, Head of the Kherson Regional Military Administration, noted that the Kherson region requires significant resources to restore its damaged infrastructure, making the possibility of attracting funding to meet these needs extremely important. <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_05904_1986b7b752.jpg" alt="Copy of DSC05904.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_05904_1986b7b752.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_05904_1986b7b752.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_05904_1986b7b752.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_05904_1986b7b752.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> Particular attention was given to the first-ever Medium-Term Plan for Priority Public Investments (MTPI), which was developed using the DREAM public investment management system. The MTPI is now publicly available on the DREAM portal: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://dream.gov.ua/ua/mtp">https://dream.gov.ua/ua/mtp</a>Victor Nestulia, Head of the DREAM Project Office, explained the overall logic of the reform, focusing on the formation of sectoral portfolios and the Public Investment Programs (PIP) at the regional and local levels. The Medium-Term Plan is a practical tool for demonstrating priorities to the international community, which is why it is vital to dedicate maximum effort to its preparation. - The global goal of the PIM reform is to harmonize fragmented procedures for the use of public funds and create a unified database for all investment projects and programs. Establishing a standardized procedure aligned with international standards will give communities access to European structural funds. In this way, the PIM reform lays the groundwork for billions in international investments. Digital tools make this work easier — in particular, DREAM serves as an assistant to the reform, providing support and guidance at all stages of its implementation, - said Viktor Nestulia. <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_06105_542f63769f.jpg" alt="Copy of DSC06105.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_06105_542f63769f.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_06105_542f63769f.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_06105_542f63769f.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_06105_542f63769f.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> Yana Krasnopolska, Training Manager at DREAM Academy, informed participants about the development of the institutional framework for the reform and detailed the methodology for creating PIPs and programs. Oleksandr Matsapura, Head of the Partner and User Relations Department at the DREAM Project Office, spoke about efforts to strengthen local capacities, including the work of the interagency Project Preparation Unit (PPU) and expert-consultation support (PPF). <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_06166_baa920bf5d.jpg" alt="Copy of DSC06166.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_06166_baa920bf5d.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_06166_baa920bf5d.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_06166_baa920bf5d.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_06166_baa920bf5d.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> Project Manager Anastasiia Prokhorova highlighted the stages of preparing the MTPI and its alignment with the community or regional development strategy. <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_06284_62d1325ffa.jpg" alt="DSC06284.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_06284_62d1325ffa.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_06284_62d1325ffa.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_06284_62d1325ffa.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_06284_62d1325ffa.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> To gather feedback on awareness of the PIM reform and collect suggestions for improving related processes, participants are encouraged to complete a survey: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://forms.gle/x3Ga7QdaKV1C77Pd7">https://forms.gle/x3Ga7QdaKV1C77Pd7</a> A general overview of the reform is available here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://bit.ly/46auV5p">https://bit.ly/46auV5p</a>The event was held jointly by the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine, the DREAM Project Office, and Open Contracting Partnership with the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Ukraine as part of UNDP’s flagship partnership with the European Union “EU4Recovery — Empowering Communities in Ukraine”, as well as the “Support to Inclusive Recovery for Resilience and Human Security in Ukraine” project funded by the Government of Japan.

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PIM Reform was presented to the Regional Administrations and Communities of Southern Ukraine

The fourth Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC2025) took place in Rome, the year’s key event dedicated to Ukraine’s recovery and development. President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, top Ukrainian officials, representatives of the EU and global governments, international financial organizations, donors, and civil society representatives participated in the event. For the first time, the reform of Public Investment Management (PIM) and the transformation of DREAM — its digital backbone — were presented to the international audience. DREAM is transforming into a fully integrated Public Investment Management system. The PIM reform is crucial for European integration, as it incorporates global best practices and transforms how public funds are allocated, particularly through digital tools. This ensures transparency and accountability across all levels of the investment process. Open data and strategic planning are equally crucial for international partners, providing a clear understanding of Ukraine’s priorities for the years ahead. <img alt="IMG_4681 (1).jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/IMG_4681_1_573b1c199c.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_IMG_4681_1_573b1c199c.jpg 208w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_IMG_4681_1_573b1c199c.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_IMG_4681_1_573b1c199c.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_IMG_4681_1_573b1c199c.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> During the panel on sustainable development of cities and communities, Deputy Prime Minister for Restoration of Ukraine, Oleksii Kuleba, emphasized the key role of digital solutions not only in ensuring transparent and accountable recovery but also in enabling balanced development across all regions. <img alt="IMG_4880.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/IMG_4880_3b3c303922.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_IMG_4880_3b3c303922.jpg 208w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_IMG_4880_3b3c303922.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_IMG_4880_3b3c303922.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_IMG_4880_3b3c303922.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> Head of the DREAM Project Office, Viktor Nestulia, presented DREAM’s functionality and opportunities for all stakeholders during a discussion on transparency and accountability in restoration. He highlighted that digital tools contribute to setting new governance standards — automating complex processes and integrating data from various systems. He also noted that government agencies, civil society organizations, and the private sector are actively using DREAM’s analytical tools, such as bi.dream.gov.ua and the Interactive Map. <img alt="IMG_4896.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/IMG_4896_079919a3f9.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_IMG_4896_079919a3f9.jpg 208w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_IMG_4896_079919a3f9.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_IMG_4896_079919a3f9.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_IMG_4896_079919a3f9.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> Thus, DREAM not only ensures transparency in managing public investments but also fosters a smart, responsible approach to planning, monitoring, and reporting at all levels of public administration. The DREAM team presented the system’s transformation under the PIM reform to government delegations from Denmark, the U.S., Germany, the UK, Brazil, Norway, Estonia, Lithuania, Italy, and Poland, as well as to international financial institutions, donors, and community representatives. One of the highlights was the presentation of the State’s Medium-Term Priority Public Investment Plan (MTPI), a reference point for all stakeholders, now publicly available for review and analysis via the DREAM portal: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://bit.ly/40cTRp7.">https://bit.ly/40cTRp7.</a> <img alt="IMG_4726.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/IMG_4726_b1c928cc48.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_IMG_4726_b1c928cc48.jpg 208w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_IMG_4726_b1c928cc48.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_IMG_4726_b1c928cc48.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_IMG_4726_b1c928cc48.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> Notable Ukrainian athletes also visited the DREAM stand at URC — national football team striker Artem Dovbyk and multiple Olympic champion in fencing, Olga Kharlan. The athletes were particularly interested in projects in their hometowns and priorities in the field of sports. The DREAM system also drew strong interest from the international business community, which is keen to join Ukraine’s development projects. Ukrainian regions, communities, and municipalities that participated in this year’s URC presented their successful investment cases within DREAM. <img> URC is an effective platform for uniting efforts to ensure that recovery happens rapidly and according to the “Build Back Better” principle — stronger, more resilient, and better than before. This approach will accelerate the recovery of the economy and social sphere, improve living conditions and safety, and help more Ukrainians return home.

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URC2025: New Opportunities of DREAM Presented to the International Community

The first National Medium-Term Plan of Priority Public Investments was approved on July 2. It is a document that defines the sectors and priority streams of investment that the state plans to allocate public investments to over the next three years, as well as the estimated amount of funding that will be directed to priority streams from various sources. The document was approved by the Strategic Investment Council and adopted by the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine simultaneously with the approval of the Budget Declaration for 2026–2028. According to the plan, there are 12 priority sectors for public investment, namely: transport, municipal infrastructure and services, housing, energy, education and science, healthcare, social sphere, legal activities and justice, public finance, environment, public services and related digitalization, as well as public safety. To achieve the state's strategic development goals, public investments will be directed precisely to these sectors over the next three years. The estimated amount of public investments, determined by the Ministry of Finance for the medium-term period, is UAH 581.3 billion. The largest funding is envisaged for the following sectors:<ul><li>transport – over UAH 198 billion;</li><li>energy – over UAH 120 billion;</li><li>education and science – over UAH 82 billion;</li><li>healthcare – over UAH 43 billion;</li><li>housing – over UAH 18 billion;</li><li>municipal infrastructure and services – over UAH 12 billion.</li></ul>The approval of the national-level MIP is one of the priority steps within the public investment management reform. The PIM reform combines strategic and medium-term budget planning, enabling the state's financial resources to be directed to key projects following government priorities and the current needs of Ukrainians, ensuring transparency, accountability, and the efficient use of funds at all levels. By amendments to the Budget Code and CMU Resolution No. 294, adopted on February 28, 2025, the Ministry of Economy developed the Medium-Term Plan based on proposals from 15 sectoral ministries. The DREAM Project Office team was involved in coordinating the development of proposals to the MIP with each of the sectoral ministries. In particular, they presented and explained the plan's logic to teams from the 15 involved ministries, analyzed sectoral strategies, trained on system functionality, and supported the responsible teams at each stage of proposal development. As a result of dozens of workshops and consultations involving Ukrainian and international experts, including the Open Contracting Partnership and the RFA (Recovery for All) project, 27 proposals were formed for the medium-term plan, covering 170 public investment streams. Following a series of coordination meetings with sectoral ministries and a detailed analysis by the Ministry of Economy — which considered, in particular, the results of the Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment (RDNA4), the Ukraine Facility, and the defined priorities within the activities of the Ukrainian Donor Coordination Platform — 51 streams were defined as key or priority for inclusion in the National Medium-Term Plan of Priority Public Investments for 2026–2028. The main public investment streams are aligned with the objectives of the State Strategy for Regional Development of Ukraine, as well as sectoral strategies, and have priority for funding. The Medium-Term State Public Investment Plan was developed using the DREAM ecosystem. This allows:&nbsp;<ul><li>review each stage of the MIP formation and implementation;</li><li>analyze and evaluate priority sectors and subsectors of public investment in detail;</li><li>examine the state's cross-cutting goals;</li><li>determine streams for which projects and programs should be initiated;</li><li>check with clear target indicators for each stream;</li><li>view the indicative ceiling total volume of public investments for 2026–2028 by source of funding;</li><li>explore investment funding amount by sector per year: 2026, 2027, 2028.</li></ul>You can find the state's MIP on a separate page of the public portal — <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://dream.gov.ua/mtp">https://dream.gov.ua/mtp</a> — and in the DREAM analytics module. Based on the Medium-Term Plan and key investment areas, projects and programs will be developed, which will be incorporated into the updated Single Project Pipeline, scheduled for release in July–August 2025. The Medium-Term Plan serves as the foundation for establishing an effective and efficient public investment management system. The MIP ensures that all public investments are aligned with the strategy and strategic objectives at both the national and local/regional levels. Moreover, all projects and programs must comply with the state's cross-cutting goals, which include:<ul><li>rational use of energy resources;</li><li>implementation of energy-efficient technologies;</li><li>infrastructure adaptation to new challenges and environmental protection;</li><li>inclusion of principles of equality, barrier-free access, and accessibility for all population groups.</li></ul>To be included in the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://dream.gov.ua/sectoral-portfolios">Sectoral pipeline</a> and the Single Project Pipeline and to be eligible for strategy. Currently, the Ministry for Development of Communities and Territories is working on creating an effective and differentiated regional policy, taking into account the specific characteristics of each macro-region. High-quality planning and preparation of SSRDs, regional strategies, and local development strategies influence the attraction of investment to community projects. The Ministry for Development, together with the Open Contracting Partnership, other partners, and the DREAM Project Office team, is preparing explanatory and training campaigns to help better understand the logic of the reform and each of its stages, enhance local capacity, and ensure effective use of the digital tools at the heart of this reform. Budget financing, projects, and programs must be initiated by the streams specified in the Medium-Term Plan.

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