The State Statistics Service of Ukraine aims to carry out an experimental population assessment by the end of 2025.

This was announced by the head of the institution, Arsen Makarchuk, during the conference titled «EU Expansion: The Role of Reliable Official Statistics».

Digitalization and the implementation of a new statistical production system are crucial for the agency's transformation. As part of the reform, the State Statistics Service is preparing to launch a new statistics portal featuring integrated solutions based on artificial intelligence and plans to switch to digital household surveys.

Additionally, the experimental population assessment is expected to be completed by the end of the year.

Another focus of the service is strengthening institutional capacity, particularly in restoring statistical production.

Makarchuk reminded attendees that due to legislative changes, business reporting in Ukraine will resume in July 2025, which had been suspended since the onset of the full-scale invasion. By mid-2026, the State Statistics Service aims to fill the gaps in statistical series.

Furthermore, Ukrainian statistics are gradually integrating into the European statistical system, harmonizing methodologies and adapting legislation in accordance with the European Statistics Code of Practice.

According to the UN Population Fund, Ukraine's population has decreased by 10 million, or roughly a quarter, since the onset of the full-scale invasion due to refugee outflow, declining birth rates, and increased mortality from the war.