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I went to Kyiv to announce a $1 billion loan guarantee, but only if they took action against the state prosecutor. When they didn't, I refused to give them the money. They said I had no authority, so I told them to call the president. I made it clear that if the prosecutor wasn't fired within 6 hours, they wouldn't get the money. And guess what? He got fired. They made some significant changes institutionally and with people.

I became the president of Ukraine during a difficult time, managing to keep it challenging for two years. Ukraine is now at a new economic level called Begging, where we ask for economic surplus from neighboring countries. You give us money, we don't return it - guaranteed. It's a money-goods-money scheme. Ukraine is like an actress in adult films, ready to accept any amount of credit. Where the money goes is not an ethical question, as Ukraine is part of the European brotherhood. Repaying loans is not my concern, but the next speaker's in 4 years.

We fund one third of Ukraine's government, which includes salaries for teachers, janitors, and everyone else, not just the military. Meanwhile, people in our country are struggling to afford basic necessities like food and medicine. We need to focus on our own problems instead of paying for their government. Our priority should be to stop the killing and provide American leadership, rather than giving more money without any conditions.

The speaker discusses the critical need for financial support from the west, specifically the EU, IMF, and the United States, to help Ukraine's struggling economy. They acknowledge that this assistance may come with unpopular measures and conditions, but believe it is necessary for Ukraine's economic reform. The speaker expresses optimism about investing in Ukraine, particularly in agriculture, energy independence, and other sectors such as cable, retail pharma, and software development. They highlight Ukraine's potential as a major exporter of agricultural products, particularly wheat, which presents an opportunity for significant returns on investment.

To Elon and Vivek, my advice is straightforward: cut to the chase. In Argentina, we've delegated powers from Congress to the executive branch, allowing us to make swift changes. Our regulation minister has a counter showing how many days these powers remain in effect. We have divisions focused on deregulation, cutting public spending, and reducing government structure. Daily, we eliminate around 15 economic restrictions. My recommendation is to push limits and remain vigilant. This agenda isn't politically motivated; it’s about removing privileges. While some will complain, those losing privileges must justify their stance to society, which can be uncomfortable for them.

I don't care about grocery prices right now. We're focused on exposing corruption and reducing government spending. We're saving billions by cutting off funding to wasteful projects. Anyone with common sense knows you can't fix the economy overnight. So let's focus on the bigger picture here.

The presentation outlines the scope and impact of United States support to Ukraine, detailing how American resources and expertise are engaged across multiple areas to assist Ukraine’s reform efforts. US advisers are operating in almost a dozen Ukrainian ministries and localities, where they help to deliver public services, eliminate fraud and abuse, improve tax collection, and modernize Ukrainian institutions. This involvement aims to strengthen governance, promote accountability, and foster more efficient and transparent public administration at both central and local levels. In addition to governance work, US support extends to security and law enforcement. With US assistance, newly vetted and trained police officers are patrolling the streets of 18 Ukrainian cities, contributing to public safety and the enforcement of the rule of law at the local level. In the judicial sphere, free legal aid attorneys funded by the United States have been active in Ukrainian courtrooms, and they have won two thirds of all acquittals, highlighting the role of publicly supported legal assistance in upholding defendants’ rights and supporting fair proceedings across the country. Financial sector reform is another focus of the collaboration, with Treasury and State Department advisers helping Ukraine shutter over 60 failed banks and protect the assets of depositors. This effort addresses systemic risks in the financial system, aims to restore confidence among savers and investors, and stabilizes the broader economy by removing insolvent or fraudulent institutions from operation and safeguarding public funds. A central premise of the security-related aid is that reform cannot be achieved without security, and therefore a substantial portion of the assistance is allocated to the security sector. Specifically, over $266,000,000 of US support has been directed to security sector activities, including training 1,200 soldiers and 750 Ukrainian National Guard personnel, as well as equipping them with life-saving gear. This investment reflects a commitment to enhancing Ukraine’s defensive and law enforcement capacities as part of a comprehensive reform program. Looking ahead, the plan for Fiscal Year 2016 emphasizes continuing the training and equipment programs for Ukraine’s border guards, military personnel, and coast guard forces. The ongoing emphasis on training, equipment, and professional development for these security and border-related forces indicates a sustained US commitment to strengthening Ukraine’s ability to manage border security, deter threats, and support sovereign governance.

The speaker announces plans to open Venezuela for foreign investment, describing a $1,700,000,000,000 opportunity across multiple sectors. The opportunity is not limited to oil and gas, which are highlighted as huge, but also spans mining (including gold), infrastructure, and power. The speaker emphasizes that the opportunities will touch the entire energy value chain, stating that they will open all upstream, midstream, and downstream activities to all companies. In addition to energy, the speaker identifies opportunities in technology, AI, and tourism. They note that Venezuela has 2,800 kilometres of pristine Caribbean coastland ready to be developed, suggesting significant potential for coastal or tourism-related projects. A central part of the plan is to establish a favorable environment for foreign investment. The speaker asserts that they will bring rule of law, open markets, and security for foreign investment. They also mention a transparent massive privatization program that is waiting for investors, implying a broad and clear path to privatizations as part of the reform agenda. Key points highlighted include: - A $1.7 trillion opportunity encompassing oil and gas, mining (gold), infrastructure, and power. - The energy sector potential described as DRIP with 17 gigawatts of opportunity that needs rehab, indicating substantial modernization and development needs. - Broad openness to investment across the entire oil and gas value chain: upstream, midstream, downstream. - Additional growth areas in technology, AI, and tourism. - 2,800 kilometres of Caribbean coastline ready for development. - Commitments to rule of law, open markets, security for foreign investment, and a transparent privatization program designed to attract international investors. The overall message is that Venezuela is positioning itself as a major, diversified investment destination with a comprehensive framework to protect and promote foreign investment, underpinned by large-scale privatization and development of a broad range of sectors.

I visited Kyiv for the 12th or 13th time to announce a $1 billion loan guarantee. I asked for action against the state prosecutor, but they didn't comply. I threatened to withhold the money unless the prosecutor was fired. He was fired within 6 hours.

Budget reform isn't an option; it's essential. The American people deserve transparency and accountability to see where their tax dollars go. We must ensure funds are used as intended. We're committed to scrutinizing the federal budget, line by line, eliminating wasteful programs and ensuring cost-effectiveness. It should be easy to cut pointless waste that benefits no one. We aim to establish a new culture of efficiency, not just within our administration, but for every administration that follows. No amount of waste is acceptable when it's your money. We all know government inefficiency exists. Reorganizing and finding efficiency is challenging, and frankly, some of these necessary changes are overdue.

**Original Language Summary:** Президент Байден сильно обеспокоен коррупцией в Украине и требует ее решения, иначе оружие не будет поставляться. Он постоянно говорит, что если ситуацию не взять под контроль, то он найдет виновных. Союзники хотят, чтобы во время войны боролись с коррупцией, чтобы образ украинцев был чистым: ни коррупции, ни расизма, ни гомофобии. Без коррупции вся администрация развалится, потому что все хотят заработать, особенно сейчас. Каждый ворует деньги и является частью коррупции. Никто не будет заниматься войной за деньги. Шульц и поляки тоже создают проблемы. **English Translation:** President Biden is very concerned about corruption in Ukraine and demands a solution, otherwise weapons will not be supplied. He keeps saying that if the situation is not brought under control, he will find those responsible. Allies want corruption to be fought during the war so that the image of Ukrainians is clean: no corruption, no racism, no homophobia. Without corruption, the entire administration would collapse because everyone wants to make money, especially now. Everyone steals money and is part of the corruption. No one will wage war for money. Scholz and the Poles are also creating problems.

The idea in Ukraine is to deceive others as much as possible, because if the truth is told, everything will collapse. They need to come up with something to deceive their friends.

Ukraine can win by mobilizing its industry and willpower. Affordability is not an issue, as Ukraine's economy is worth €15 trillion annually. With a budget of €75 billion per year for 2-3 years, Ukraine can support its military and secure victory. This is a matter of choice and competence. Defeating Russia's objections to a war in Ukraine is a great deal, as it only requires financial investment rather than risking the lives of Ukrainian children. It's the bargain of the century.

"USAID has been there since independence." "helping fund the creation of Dia and the Ministry of Digital Transformation." "Not Dia solving the corruption problem, but it's a huge answer to taking out the middlemen and to creating greater transparency." "ProZoro on procurement in the health domain, which is so cut down on corruption. USAID funded ProZoro." "We were giving $1,500,000,000 every single month just right into the treasury of Ukraine. Just in cash." "the spigot of about a billion a month that we were provide USAID was providing with our treasury department, that is no longer happening." "There are so many answers to this." "the independent journalists who have exposed corruption." "the journalists were the ones that uncovered corruption on the use of US taxpayer dollars." "the Ukraine supplementals always had tens of millions of dollars also from Moldova." "We extended a very large loan, interest free loan, to the government of Ukraine using the frozen assets as collateral." "I'm very worried about Moldova. This is the last chance for Moldova." "Slava Ukraini." "Samantha, stop will never give up."

"no direct budget support, no energy support, no agricultural support." "the spigot of about a billion a month that we were provide USAID was providing with our treasury department, that is no longer happening." "We extended a very large loan, interest free loan to the government of Ukraine, using the frozen assets as collateral." "we were not able to just take the assets and and give them you know, and for you to just spend the assets." "to spit off interest that in turn became kind of loan payments." "USAID funded ProZoro." "Dia is a huge it's not it's not solving the corruption problem, it's a huge answer taking out the middleman and to being to creating greater transparency." "Dia and the Ministry of Digital Transformation back when it was first created, I think in 2019." "Hoverla, is that right? The decentralization?" "All of those independent journalists who have exposed corruption, including, by the way, ironically, USA might have funded them years ago to get training and learn how to do fact checking." "50% of their budgets in the early years especially were coming from USAID." "in wartime, we were giving $1,500,000,000 every single month just right into the treasury of Ukraine." "Just in cash." "the Ukraine supplementals always had tens of millions of dollars also for Moldova, and that money went much, much further in Moldova than it did in Ukraine because it's such a small country." "But all of those investments. But people don't when they think about Western support, they think about arms..." "Everything went away when Trump came to power." "I think this is the last chance for Moldova." "We did I we we searched resources. unprecedented investments there." "We will never give up. Never." "Slava Ukraini."

Mario (Speaker 0) and the Ukrainian ambassador (Speaker 1) discuss a mix of domestic corruption allegations, high-stakes diplomacy, and battlefield realities shaping Ukraine’s path toward ending the war. - Corruption scandal in Ukraine: The ambassador notes the scandal involved two government members and another former member, not Zelenskyy personally. She says lessons have been learned: war does not justify turning a blind eye to corruption, and the president has instructed the government to maintain full control of the situation and meet commitments and expectations. She emphasizes that the silver lining is the independent National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) digging out the scandal, describing NABU as the positive development in this context. Zelenskyy’s response included calls for retirement of involved officials and a push for court hearings and convictions; he reportedly found it personally complex to accept the retirement of his long-time ally, Andriy Yermak, the head of the president’s office, but acknowledges the need for accountability and signals that further exposures would trigger similar actions. The ambassador stresses that all institutions must follow procedures and that the public pressure around the issue is especially painful as winter approaches. - Putin, NATO, and Ukraine’s diplomatic posture: The conversation turns to recent developments. President Putin’s comment after a meeting with the U.S. delegation—“we’ll take Donbas by force or by surrender”—is viewed as a signaling to the American side about Russia’s stance, with the ambassador noting limited progress from the Ukrainian delegation’s talks (Rostov Mumarov and Vipkov) and anticipating a fuller readout. The ambassador says Macron’s discussions with China and China’s involvement in Moscow at the same time as U.S. delegations signals China’s continuing engagement with both Russia and Western actors; China previously supported Russia’s war with material and financial backing, and the ambassador argues China’s presence in Moscow is natural given the broader geopolitics and the need to monitor unpredictable developments. - China and the broader strategic context: The ambassador explains that while Ukraine receives limited direct messaging from China, Beijing maintains dialogue with Russia, the United States, and European allies; China’s alignment with Russia was highlighted at the start of the large-scale invasion, with Xi Jinping and Putin signaling a “thousand-year partnership.” She notes Russia’s shift in narrative after Putin’s Alaska meeting with the U.S. president and suggests Chinese watchdogs in Moscow are a natural counterpoint to Western diplomacy. - The two major sticking points in negotiations: The ambassador notes that Russia presented a 28-point plan (narrowed to 20 points) focused on Donbas, with broader implications including security guarantees and the possibility of Ukraine joining NATO. She argues that it’s not productive to comment on each point in isolation since the Russian side uses a broader narrative that includes education of Ukrainian youth about anti-Western narratives. Ukraine is prepared to discuss a multi-layer solution: ceasefire, security guarantees, deterrence, and post-war political frameworks, while preserving sovereignty. - NATO and security guarantees: The ambassador contends security guarantees could be as strong as a NATO article-five framework, likening allied military actions to past operations conducted with partners. She distinguishes between the mere membership debate and practical security guarantees, asserting that Ukraine’s sovereignty remains paramount and that security guarantees are a meaningful path alongside potential NATO membership. - Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner’s roles: The ambassador describes a layered U.S. approach (Witkoff as special envoy with direct dialogue with Russia, Rubio coordinating with European allies and NATO officials, plus others like Daniel Driscoll and Candy Baker). She says these are not adversarial to diplomacy; rather, they form a structured process that could converge on a formal U.S.-Ukraine negotiation framework with eventual endorsement by the U.S. administration. - Pokrovsk and battlefield dynamics: The ambassador downplays the idea that Pokrovsk’s capture would decisively alter front-line dynamics, noting that the front experiences hundreds of engagements weekly. She acknowledges that Russia’s propaganda around Pokrovsk is designed to signal progress, but argues the reality is a broader battlefield picture with ongoing Ukrainian resilience. - Long-term strategic questions and sanctions: The ambassador reiterates bipartisan U.S. support for sanctions and designating Russia as a sponsor of terrorism, while acknowledging that enforceability is challenging and that Russia seeks time through delaying tactics. She emphasizes that Ukraine cannot rely on speed alone and must continue leveraging strikes on Russia’s energy and military infrastructure, including the so-called “shadow fleet” vessels, while avoiding direct strikes on civilians. - The Yermak corruption episode: The NABU-led investigation exposed the scandal; the president requested retirement for implicated officials and supported legal proceedings. The ambassador clarifies that there is no evidence implicating Zelenskyy himself, stressing the personal responsibility of the president and the need for transparent procedures moving forward, while maintaining that Yermak’s future role is subject to ongoing scrutiny. She notes media rumors (e.g., “golden toilets”) are not substantiated and emphasizes that Yermak has been sanctioned and that the government is pursuing accountability in a manner consistent with legal processes.

Ukraine needs to mobilize its industry and will to win. Affordability shouldn't be an issue, considering Ukraine's €15 trillion economy. With a budget of €75 billion per year for 2-3 years, Ukraine can support its military and secure victory. This is about making the right choice and demonstrating competence. Defeating Russia's objections to a war in Ukraine is a great deal, as it only requires spending money, not sacrificing lives. It's truly the bargain of the century.

I hope the Kyiv airport opens soon for easier travel. The war will end, and I believe President Trump may be the first leader to visit symbolically. Fighting corruption is crucial, and we focus on ensuring aid goes directly to the war effort. Disinformation undermines trust, and we combat it vigorously. Regarding peace talks, it's essential to have a strong Ukraine and security guarantees before any ceasefire. We must not forget the suffering caused by the war, and I believe in the potential for future cooperation and rebuilding. Digitalization and investment in Ukraine's economy are vital for our future. We aim to create a prosperous, independent nation aligned with Europe. Ultimately, we desire peace, and I trust that strong leadership can help us achieve it.

Today, we discuss the urgent need for an economic miracle in the face of a potential global crisis. Ukraine is positioned as a focal point for this transformation, highlighting its significance in the evolving world economy. The concept of a "new Ukraine" emerges as a beacon of hope amidst these challenges.

We need funds for Ukraine's reconstruction, and one solution is to utilize Russian assets. If Russia has caused damage, we can use the money from those assets to rebuild Ukraine. This is a key point I want to discuss.

Ukraine needs to mobilize its industry and willpower to win. Affordability is not an issue, considering Ukraine's €15 trillion economy. With a budget of €75 billion per year for 2-3 years, Ukraine can support its military and secure victory. This is a matter of choice and competence. Defeating Russia's objections to a war in Ukraine is a great deal, as it only requires financial investment rather than risking the lives of Ukrainian children. It's the bargain of the century.

The Ukrainian government is described as one of the worst in the world, corrupt and controlled by a few rich people, which is unfortunate for the Ukrainian people. Ukraine is said to have better agricultural land than the United States and is considered the breadbasket of Europe.

This administration's talk about fighting waste, fraud, and abuse is a smokescreen. Their actions reveal a focus on promoting corruption. One of the first things they did was remove 17 inspector generals from federal departments and agencies. These are the people who fight corruption, with staffs dedicated to uncovering waste, self-dealing, bribery, and abuse. Last year alone, they saved us $93 billion. Meanwhile, people are being fired from important civil service positions, and this is not about eliminating waste, fraud, or abuse. It's a continuation of wiping out the anti-corruption infrastructure of the government.

The Ukrainian side needs to take real action if they want progress. They should start by revoking the red card given to the Ukrainian president for negotiating. We hear that they are ready for some kind of peace talks, but it's interesting how the responsible individuals who were recently talking about defeating Russia on the battlefield are now changing their tune. They are now saying that these problems should be resolved through peaceful negotiations, which is a positive transformation. However, just talking about it won't be enough. Concrete steps need to be taken if there is a genuine desire to make a deal.

The Ukrainian economy is in need of help from the west, specifically the EU, IMF, and the United States, to counter Russia's influence. However, this assistance comes with conditions that may temporarily harm the economy. Despite this, Ukraine requires economic reform and investments, particularly in agriculture and energy independence, to thrive. The country has vast arable land and is a major exporter of agricultural products. Investments have been made in various sectors such as cable, retail pharma, chocolate production, and software development. Ukraine's export-oriented economy offers potential for significant returns, especially in wheat exports.