This paper discusses the status of Ukraine's Eurobond held by the Russian Federation. The bond was acquired by Russia …'s National Wealth Fund (NWF) pursuant to a decision by the Russian Government to provide assistance to Ukraine. In public … statements at the time the bond was issued, Russia's Finance Minister, Mr. Siluanov, explained that assistance was being provided …

, contributing to the buildup of vulnerabilities. Ukraine remains current on all its payments to the IMF, and the authorities have …

agencies upgraded Russia’s debt. The near- to medium-term outlook remains favorable. The recent successes in building up strong … external and fiscal positions should enable Russia to deal with the current less favorable external environment with the …

, individual agreements under the US$50 billion Extraordinary Revenue Acceleration Loans Initiative for Ukraine (ERA) are nearing …

Following the 2008/9 financial crisis and deep recession, a cyclical recovery took hold in Ukraine, supported by a … stronger external environment. Efforts to consolidate public finances and repair the banking system began strengthening Ukraine …

, contributing to the buildup of vulnerabilities. Ukraine remains current on all its payments to the IMF, and the authorities h …, contributing to the buildup of vulnerabilities. Ukraine remains current on all its payments to the IMF, and the authorities h …