The Prime Minister discussed with the All-Ukrainian Council of Churches and Religious Organizations the transition to partnership between government and church
The Cabinet of Ministers promised to implement legislative initiatives of religious organizations.
On May 29, 2026, Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko held a meeting with members of the All-Ukrainian Council of Churches and Religious Organizations (AUCCRO). Participants discussed changing the model of relations to "state-church partnership" and coordinated assistance to the Defense Forces. The head of government thanked religious leaders for their contribution to the country's defense and stated that now the authorities and the Church "are on the same page." This was reported by DESS on its Facebook page.
During the negotiations, which were moderated by DESS head Viktor Yelensky, the parties addressed issues of chaplaincy service and support for military families. Representatives of confessions proposed to the Prime Minister a package of legislative changes for "harmonizing" relations with the state. Svyrydenko assured those present that the government had heard all recommendations and plans to implement them in the near future.
Officials and religious figures paid special attention to "raising public morality." Meeting participants agreed to implement educational programs that will help educate children and youth "in the spirit of patriotism." The discussion involved OCU head Epifaniy Dumenko, representatives of the UGCC, Roman Catholics, Protestant pastors, and leaders of Muslim and Jewish communities.
As reported by UOJ, DESS discussed issues of clergy mobilization with AUCCRO participation. The format of such meetings is not one-time communication, but a regular channel for coordinating actions between the state and religious communities.
