Norway to Give About €50 Million via World Bank for Salaries and Pensions in Ukraine
Norway will channel 500 million kroner (about €50 million) to Ukraine's state budget through the World Bank. The money is meant to cover civilian-sector salaries, pensions and social benefits at the start of 2027.
The Norwegian government has announced that it will provide 500 million Norwegian kroner, roughly €50 million, to Ukraine's state budget. The money will go through the World Bank and is intended to keep vital public services running and to pay civilian-sector salaries, pensions and social benefits in early 2027, while Ukraine remains at war with Russia. European Pravda reported the decision, citing a Norwegian government statement.
How the funding works
The contribution goes to the World Bank's multi-donor trust fund, which reimburses verified spending on salaries, pensions and social benefits in the civilian sector, particularly healthcare, education and emergency services. The support is meant to ensure payments to vulnerable households, pensioners and public sector workers. It will also help meet financial needs at the end of the year, and it is Norway's first contribution to financing Ukraine's civilian state budget for 2027.
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide said: "Ukraine's resilience also depends on keeping everyday life going, even as the war continues." According to him, Norway is helping ensure that children can go to school, hospitals can treat patients and pensioners can receive their pensions.
The government statement adds that Norway's support also strengthens Ukraine's position in any future negotiations with Russia. Norway has previously provided help for the urgent financial needs of Ukraine's state budget.
Earlier aid
In late October, the Norwegian government announced 500 million kroner (€48 million) for Ukraine's energy system ahead of winter. On 16 October, Sweden announced a 500 million kronor package (almost €45 million) to support Ukraine's energy infrastructure before winter. The same day, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told EU leaders that Ukraine needs at least €70 billion next year to defend itself against Russian aggression.
