Survey: Majority of Ukrainians See Benefit in Recent Government Reshuffle

Public Backs Recent Government Personnel Changes

According to Главком: A survey conducted by Active Group reveals that a majority of Ukrainians view the personnel changes initiated by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy a month ago with optimism. Specifically, 52.1% of respondents expressed a positive attitude toward these shifts. Furthermore, 43.6% are convinced the reshuffle will benefit Ukraine in the spheres of diplomacy, negotiations, and defense. This comes at a critical time for the nation's governance and international strategy.

The poll was conducted among Ukrainian citizens aged 18 and older. The sample size was 2,000 respondents, making it representative by age, gender, and region. Data collection took place from January 31 to February 1, 2026, using the self-completion questionnaire method via the SunFlower Sociology online panel. The theoretical margin of error does not exceed 2.2% with a confidence level of 95%.

Trust Levels in Key Officials

The results also demonstrated the public's trust in key officials. The trust levels are as follows:

• Kyrylo Budanov – 43.2%
• Valerii Zaluzhnyi – 37.7%
• Volodymyr Zelenskyy – 27.4%

Among the key appointments resulting from the personnel renewal are:

• Kyrylo Budanov – Head of the Presidential Office
• Oleh Khmar – Head of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU)
• Mykhailo Fedorov – Minister of Defense
• Denys Shmyhal – Minister of Energy

The survey findings indicate a positive public perception of the government reshuffle in Ukraine, which could be a significant factor for political stability and trust in authority. Amidst ongoing war and the need for effective national management, public support may serve as a crucial resource for the new leadership. Such sociological research helps gauge how the population perceives governmental changes and what expectations are placed on new officials, potentially influencing their future policies and strategies.