The NSSMC actively participates in the development of financing mechanisms for sustainable ESG development

On 29 May, under the chairmanship of Yuriy Katsion, advisor to the Head of the President’s Office, a meeting was held dedicated to the implementation of sustainable development support mechanisms in state policy. The event was attended by Ruslan Mahomedov, Chairperson of the NSSMC, and Yaroslav Shlyakhov, Member of the Commission.

The NSSMC has been a leader for several years in the development and implementation of sustainable financing tools in Ukraine.

“Since 2021, the Commission has been an active participant in the development and implementation of sustainable financing tools. We are systematically working on creating an infrastructure that will enable the attraction of ‘green’ and ‘social’ investments, as well as the implementation of responsible corporate governance standards,” stated Ruslan Mahomedov.

The main directions presented by the Commission during the meeting:

● Legislative initiatives regarding Green Bonds and Social Bonds
The NSSMC is preparing a draft amendment to the Law of Ukraine On Capital Markets, which will integrate sustainable financing standards in accordance with European legislation. The draft law is planned to be submitted in the first quarter of 2026.

● Corporate Governance Reform (Governance)
The Commission is actively working on introducing new reporting standards and internal integrity policies for companies, including issues of transparency, accountability, and responsible management — key elements of the Governance (G) component of ESG.

During the meeting, the Commission also emphasized its openness to dialogue and exchange of experience with other government bodies, financial institutions, and stakeholders.
Consolidation of efforts, cooperation with partners, and unity in approaches are the key to creating a modern, transparent, and responsible capital market that meets EU standards and the needs of Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction.

Separately, it should be noted that the NSSMC recently presented Ukraine’s Sustainable Finance Roadmap for 2025–2030, developed with the support of the IFC. The document outlines a series of strategic steps, including conducting information and educational campaigns, simplifying regulatory procedures for issuers, and developing tools for monitoring and evaluating ESG progress. The Roadmap will serve as a practical instrument for implementing sustainable approaches in the financial sector.