Ministry of National Unity May Be Dissolved: What’s Behind This Decision
According to unconfirmed sources and journalists' own investigations, Ukraine’s government is increasingly considering the abolition of the Ministry of National Unity, headed by Vice Prime Minister Oleksii Chernyshov. This ministry was established with the aim of strengthening Ukraine's policy of integration abroad and establishing effective communication with the diaspora. Recently, it found itself at the center of political maneuvers and internal ambitions within government structures. As reported in the Ukrainian publication 'Ukrainska Pravda,' this government body was essentially an experiment—an attempt to create an additional platform for loyal personnel aligned with Chernyshov and to explore new formats of cooperation with Ukrainians abroad, especially in light of potential presidential elections. However, recent developments suggest a significant shift in the situation. Anonymous sources close to 'Servant of the People' indicate that the very existence of this ministry is viewed as unnecessary, and its functions could be more effectively integrated into the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or other key ministries. They point out that due to the lack of immediate elections and the support of Ukrainians abroad not meeting expectations, authorities are losing interest in this direction. An additional factor intensifying this trend is the recent scandal surrounding Chernyshov himself. The political future of the vice-premier is now under serious threat, owing to internal conflicts and controversial statements that hint at possible political downfall. Experts note that not long ago, Chernyshov was considered a possible candidate for the Prime Minister position, but now his stance remains uncertain, and it is highly probable that the Ministry of National Unity will be either dissolved or merged into other departments, such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Thus, the situation remains uncertain, with no final decision made yet. It seems this move aims to stabilize the internal political landscape and reconsider priorities in the spheres of foreign policy and cooperation with Ukrainians abroad. Who will become the new leader or whether this direction will continue to be a priority for the Ukrainian government remains to be seen.