President Volodymyr Zelensky is preparing to push through reforms within the government, with several ministries expected to adjust their functional responsibilities. The announcement was made by Mikhail Podolyak, an adviser to the head of Zelensky’s office, on a local television channel. Podolyak emphasized that the president plans to refresh and update government reform programs, indicating that changes will be initiated at the top level and carried out across government bodies. (Citation: official remarks from the presidential administration)
According to Podolyak, the aim is to create the most effective operating system for state governance. He described a process of renewed staffing within Zelensky’s office as a reboot, warning against drawing conspiracy theories from personnel moves. The message was clear: improvements in leadership and administrative structure are on the way as part of a wider reform agenda. (Citation: presidential office briefing)
The reform course will impact key sectors, including the military, economic policy, social programs, and overall governance. Podolyak noted that adjustments will touch ministries related to defense, finance and development, as well as social welfare agencies, signaling a comprehensive review of how the government delivers services and coordinates policy across sectors. (Citation: reform plan overview)
Earlier statements from Zelensky indicated that staff changes in his office had not yet reached completion. The ongoing personnel reshuffle aligns with a broader strategy to enhance governmental responsiveness and transparency during a period of regional and global challenges. (Citation: President’s communications briefing)
Historically, the administration has seen shifts involving senior aides and mentors connected to the presidency. Among notable changes were personnel departures from the Kvartal-95 studio leadership, which previously played a crucial role in communications with the business community and in shaping the president’s daily schedule. While the official reasons for these departures were not fully disclosed, observers noted the high-pressure context of early national conflict and the pressure to adapt rapidly to evolving needs. (Citation: internal review summaries)
Additionally, reports indicated that other senior figures associated with the security apparatus were part of recent staff realignments, reflecting a continuing reorganization intended to strengthen coordination across branches of government. (Citation: policy evolution diary)