Ukraine urges faster ratifications as Claims Commission stalls at ten signatories
Ukraine's representative Mykola Tochytskyi warned that only ten of the 40 signatories have ratified the Claims Commission treaty, far short of the 25 needed for it to become active.
At a PACE session in Strasbourg, Ukraine's permanent representative Mykola Tochytskyi highlighted that the International Claims Commission treaty, signed by 40 states and the EU, has so far been ratified by only ten countries, far below the 25 required for activation. He explained that differing national procedures, often involving multiple parliamentary stages and election cycles, are causing the delay. Approximately ten countries have indicated they will finalize ratification soon.
The leadership of the Register of Damage for Ukraine has moved from the United Kingdom to Sweden, and the Swedish ambassador is now coordinating efforts to accelerate ratifications. Tochytskyi also pointed out the gap between the volume of damage claims received and the limited compensation payouts, stressing the need for the first payments to build confidence. Additionally, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul announced Germany will complete its ratification by the end of 2026 and is pushing for a special tribunal on Russia's aggression.
Why it matters
The commission's activation is crucial for Ukraine to secure compensation for war damages.
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