1st tranche from the IMF, Ukraine has a chance to get in the coming weeks, said the Minister of economic development and trade of Ukraine aivaras Abromavicius.

"1st tranche is likely to come in the coming weeks. All are aware of the seriousness of the situation, how quickly Ukraine needs money, for this reason, Everything is done in the shortest possible time, " said Minister in the broadcast television channel

The IMF and the Kyiv on Thursday signed an agreement for the expansion of the lending programs of the country and the allocation of Ukraine, 17, $ 5 billion for a period of four years. With regard to the assets of the EBRD, WB, EU and other creditors amount to aid Ukraine in this program could reach $ 40 billion. This is as long as the preliminary agreement, the program is subject to approval from the Board of the IMF.

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