The Ukrainian Cabinet of Ministers has eliminated the requirement for approval from the State Reserve when the Ministry of Economy issues licenses for the import of raw cane sugar, as part of an economic deregulation measure. This decision, made at a meeting on March 14, 2023, was announced by the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine and follows efforts to streamline state regulation of economic activities. The move was applauded by Yuliya Svyridenko, First Vice Prime Minister - Minister of Economy, as removing an instrument that was not in the best interest of the state, business, or society.