Zelensky Announces Reform of the Ukrainian Army
According to Xinhua News Agency in Kyiv on May 1 (Reporter Li Dongxu), Ukrainian President Zelensky stated on social media on May 1 that reforms for the Ukrainian military will begin in June, focusing on significantly increasing the salaries of frontline combat personnel, especially infantry. Additionally, starting this year, the Ukrainian military may allow military personnel to retire in phases.
Zelensky mentioned that the military command structure and government departments had previously reached a consensus on key areas for military reform, and the relevant details will be agreed upon in the next month. He stated that this reform aims to significantly increase financial support for the military, with the salaries of commanders, officers, and non-commissioned officers to be greatly increased, and the salaries for combat positions should be several times that of rear positions.
Zelensky requested that the service period be clearly defined in conscription contracts, and if possible, starting this year, military personnel will be allowed to retire in phases based on clear time standards.
Ukrainian President Zelensky announced military reforms set to begin in June 2023, focusing on increasing salaries for frontline personnel, particularly infantry. The reforms may also allow for phased retirements of military personnel starting this year. Zelensky emphasized the need for substantial financial support for the military, with commanders and officers receiving significantly higher pay than those in non-combat roles.
- Ukrainian President Zelensky announced military reforms on May 1, 2023.
- The reforms will start in June 2023.
- The focus is on increasing salaries for frontline personnel, especially infantry.
- There is a possibility of phased retirements for military personnel starting this year.
- The reforms aim to significantly increase financial support for the military.