January 10, 2025 17:04 GMT
POWER: Ukraine Opposition Moves to Oust Energy Minister
POWER
Ukrainian opposition lawmakers have initiated a bid to dismiss Energy Minister German Galushchenko, citing corruption allegations and mismanagement of the war-hit energy sector, though the resolution is unlikely to pass in the near term, according to Inna Sovsun, a Holos party lawmaker, cited by Reuters.
- Additionally, allegations against Ukraine's Energy Minister include neglect of parliamentary oversight, which have tarnished the ministry's reputation among Ukraine’s international allies.
- The minister has previously denied corruption allegations. No immediate comment was provided following the announcement.
- Galushchenko has led Ukraine's energy sector since April 2021, overseeing critical infrastructure frequently targeted by Russian military attacks since the full-scale invasion in February 2022.
- Ukraine has lost at least 10 GW of power-generating capacity due to Russian attacks.
- Regular power cuts have been implemented to cope with the damage.
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