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| percentage1 = '''29.26%'''
| percentage1 = '''29.26%'''
| swing1 = {{increase}} 7.18%
| swing1 = {{increase}} 7.18%
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| leader2 = [[Frans Timmermans]]
| leader2 = [[Dmytro Horvat]]
| party2 = [[Christian democratic party of Ukraine|Christian Democratic Party]]
| party2 = [[Christian democratic party of Ukraine|Christian Democratic Party]]
| running_mate2 =  
| running_mate2 =  
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| swing2 = {{decrease}} 1.45%
| swing2 = {{decrease}} 1.45%
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| leader3 = [[Margrethe Vestager]]
| leader3 = [[Yulia Skorokhod]]
| party3 = [[Labor Ukraine Party|Labor]]
| party3 = [[Labor Ukraine Party|Labor]]
| running_mate3 =  
| running_mate3 =  
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| percentage3 = 11.51%
| percentage3 = 11.51%
| swing3 = {{decrease}} 2.71%
| swing3 = {{decrease}} 2.71%
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| leader4 = [[Bas Eickhout]]<br />[[Ska Keller]]
| leader4 = [[Victoria Lukashev]]
| party4 = [[Conservative Party of Ukraine|Conservative]]
| party4 = [[Conservative Party of Ukraine|Conservative]]
| running_mate4 =  
| running_mate4 =  
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| seats4 = 65
| seats4 = 65
| seat_change4 = {{decrease}} 26
| seat_change4 = {{decrease}} 26
| color4 = 2B3856
| color4 = F39200
| popular_vote4 = 3,879,630
| popular_vote4 = 3,879,630
| percentage4 = 10.03%
| percentage4 = 10.03%
| swing4 = {{decrease}} 3.96%
| swing4 = {{decrease}} 3.96%
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| leader5 = [[Marco Zanni]]
| leader5 = [[Anastasia Mezentseva]]
| party5 = National Independent Front
| party5 = National Independent Front
| running_mate5 =  
| running_mate5 =  
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| seats_before5 = 26
| seats_before5 = 26
| seats5 = 47
| seats5 = 47
| color5 = 0054A5  
| color5 = 0054A5
| seat_change5 = {{increase}} 21
| seat_change5 = {{increase}} 21
| popular_vote5 = 2,825,189
| popular_vote5 = 2,825,189
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| swing5 = {{increase}}3.25%
| swing5 = {{increase}}3.25%
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| leader6 = [[Jan Zahradil]]
| leader6 = [[Oleksandr Kostiuk]]
| party6 = Democratic-green union
| party6 = Democratic-green union
| running_mate6 =  
| running_mate6 =  
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| seats6 = 47
| seats6 = 47
| seat_change6 = {{decrease}} 17
| seat_change6 = {{decrease}} 17
| color6 = 32CD32  
| color6 = 32CD32
| popular_vote6 = 2,776,100
| popular_vote6 = 2,776,100
| percentage6 = 7.18%
| percentage6 = 7.18%
| swing6 = {{decrease}} 2.65
| swing6 = {{decrease}} 2.65
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| leader7 = [[Violeta Tomić]] (N/E)<br />[[Nico Cué]]
| leader7 = [[Olena Kopanchuk]]
| party7 = Honor Party
| party7 = Honor Party
| running_mate7 =  
| running_mate7 =  
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| swing7 = {{increase}} 0.75%  
| swing7 = {{increase}} 0.75%  
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| leader8 = [[Violeta Tomić]] (N/E)<br />[[Nico Cué]]
| leader8 = [[Andriy Pavlovich]]
| party8 = United Left Party
| party8 = United Left Party
| running_mate8 =  
| running_mate8 =  
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| percentage8 = 2.47%
| percentage8 = 2.47%
| swing8 = {{decrease}} 0.95%
| swing8 = {{decrease}} 0.95%
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| leader9 = [[Violeta Tomić]] (N/E)<br />[[Nico Cué]]
| leader9 = [[Violeta Stratsev]]
| party9 = Independents
| party9 = Independents
| running_mate9 =  
| running_mate9 =  
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| percentage9 = 4.20%
| percentage9 = 4.20%
| swing9 = {{increase}} 0.58%
| swing9 = {{increase}} 0.58%
| title = [[President of the European Commission]]
| title = [[President of the Verkhovna Rada]]
| posttitle = President of the European Commission after election
| posttitle = President of the Verkhovna Rada after election
| before_election = [[Jean-Claude Juncker]]
| before_election = [[Olena Fidorova]]
| before_party = European People's Party
| before_party = Christian-Democratic Party
| after_election = [[Ursula von der Leyen]]
| after_election = [[Anatoly Kravchuk]]
| after_party = European People's Party
| after_party = Liberal Party of Ukraine
| map_image = 2019 European Parliament election, political grouping breakdown by countries.svg
| map_image = File:Rus of Ukraine Verkhovna Rada 2021.png
| map_size = 400px
| map_size = 400px
| map_caption = Post-election composition of each member state's delegation
| map_caption = Post-election composition of the Verkhovna Rada
}}
}}
The '''2021 Verkhovna Rada  election''' took place from 20 to 21 March. It was the 26th election of the [[Verkhovna Rada of Rus of Ukraine]] since the Independence of [[Rus of Ukraine]] in 1919. The election was won by the Ukrainian Liberal Party and with the support of the Conservatives, the NIF and the independents, with the votes of Honors Party they managed to establish a government, with Anatoly Kravchuk as president.
=Background=
The elections of April 23 and 24, 2016 had the Christian Democratic Party led by Olena Fidorova as the winner. However, they had to put together a coalition government with the Labor party, Democratic-green Union and United left party. They reached a majority of votes of 338 for the investiture debate, which allowed the Christian democratic party to take power, although with various concessions to the other parties, especially the left-wing United party.
Olena Fidorova, the newly appointed Prime Minister, played a crucial role in mediating between the diverse interests of the coalition members. Her leadership style, characterized by diplomacy and inclusivity, was instrumental in keeping the coalition intact during the early days of governance. One of the first major legislative acts passed by the new government was a comprehensive healthcare reform bill, which aimed to provide universal healthcare coverage and reduce medical costs for citizens. This bill was seen as a significant victory for the Labor Party and the United Left Party.
Despite initial successes, the coalition government encountered opposition from the conservative factions within the parliament, who criticized the increased government spending and perceived left-leaning policies. The Christian Democratic Party had to constantly negotiate and compromise to push through its agenda, leading to a slow but steady pace of legislative achievements.
By the time the 2021 elections approached, the Liberal Party had gained significant momentum. They campaigned on a platform of fiscal responsibility, transparency, and moderate social reforms, which resonated with a public weary of the coalition's internal conflicts and perceived inefficiencies. On election day, the Liberal Party emerged victorious, securing a clear majority in the parliament.
=Electoral System=
Elections are conducted by direct universal suffrage by proportional representation using either a list system or single transferable vote. The [[d'Hondt method]] of representation is used to seek greater participation of parties in the [[Verkhovna Rada]]. Each of the [[25 regions]] and the two cities with special status of Rus of Ukraine have representatives of the different parties who are elected by semi-open or open lists (depending on the regulations of the regions) and through proportionality, they reach the Verkhovna Rada.
Candidates are placed on regional lists by their respective parties, and voters can either vote for a party list as a whole or for individual candidates within a list, depending on the system adopted by the region. This hybrid approach aims to balance party control with voter influence, ensuring that popular candidates can still secure seats even if their party does not dominate the list.
To be eligible for representation, parties must surpass a 2% electoral threshold at the national level, which helps to prevent fragmentation in the parliament and encourages the formation of broader coalitions. The allocation of seats within the Verkhovna Rada follows the d'Hondt method, which tends to favor larger parties but still allows for smaller parties to gain representation if they have sufficient support.
Election campaigns are regulated to ensure fairness, with strict rules on campaign financing, media access, and political advertising. The Central Election Commission oversees the electoral process, ensuring that it is conducted transparently and in accordance with the law. International observers are often invited to monitor elections, adding an extra layer of scrutiny to uphold the integrity of the electoral system.
Overall, the electoral system is designed to create a representative and inclusive legislative body, reflecting the diverse political landscape of Rus of Ukraine while maintaining stability and effective governance.
=Lead Candidates=
==Overview of party candidates for Commission President in 2024==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
! colspan="3" |[[European political party]]
!VR Group
!Lead candidate(s)
! Ideology
|-
| style="background:{{party color|Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe Party}};" |
|'''ULP'''
|[[Ukrainian Liberal Party]]
|[[ALDE|ALDE]]
|[[Anatoly Kravchuk]]
| Liberal
|-
| style="background:{{party color|European People's Party}};" |
|'''CDP'''
|[[Christian Democratic Party of Rus Ukraine|Christian Democratic Party]]
|[[Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats|S&D]]
|[[Dmytro Horvat]]
|Center-left
|-
| style="background:{{party color|Party of European Socialists}};" |
|'''LP'''
|[[Labor party]]
|[[Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats|S&D]]
|[[Yulia Skorokhod]]
| Left-wing
|-
| style="background:{{party color|European Democratic Party}};" |
|'''CP'''
|[[Conservative Party of Rus Ukraine|Conservative party]]
|[[ALDE]]
|[[Victoria Lukashev]]
| Conservative; right-wing
|-
| style="background:{{party color|European Conservatives and Reformists Party}};" |
|'''NIF'''
|[[National Independent Front]]
| [[ALDE]]
|[[Anastasia Mezentseva]]
| nationalist; center-right
|-
| style="background:{{party color|European Green Party}};" |
|'''DGU'''
|[[Democratic-green Union]]
|[[Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats|S&D]]
|[[Oleksandr Kostiuk]]
| Progressive
|-
| style="background:{{party color|Identity and Democracy Party}};" |
|'''HP'''
|[[Honor Party]]
|[[Identity and Unity|IU]]
| [[Olena Kopanchuk]]
| right to extreme right
|-
| style="background:{{party color|Party of the European Left}};" |
|'''United-LP'''
|[[United Left Party]]
| [[Extreme Left|EL]]
| Andriy Pavlovich
| extreme left-wing
|-
| style="background:{{party color|Volt Europa}};" |
|'''IND'''
|[[Independents]]
|
|[[Violeta Stratsev]]
|
|-
|}
===Ukrainian Liberal Party===
The Ukrainian Liberal Party (ULP), affiliated with the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Ukraine Party (ALDE), champions liberal values including individual freedoms, market economy, and human rights. Led by Anatoly Kravchuk, the party focuses on economic reforms, reducing government intervention in the market, and fostering a business-friendly environment to drive economic growth and innovation. They advocate for modernizing Ukraine’s institutions to align with European standards and emphasize transparency and anti-corruption measures.
===Christian Democratic Party===
The Christian Democratic Party (CDP) of Rus of Ukraine is associated with the Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats (S&D) and takes a center-left stance. Under the leadership of Dmytro Horvat, the CDP blends social justice with Christian democratic principles, focusing on social market economy, family values, and social welfare programs. The party aims to balance economic growth with social equity, ensuring that the benefits of progress are widely shared across society.
===Labor party===
The Labor Party (LP), also linked with the Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats (S&D), is a left-wing political force in Rus Ukraine. Led by Yulia Skorokhod, the LP advocates for workers' rights, equitable distribution of wealth, and robust social safety nets. Their platform includes higher taxes on the wealthy, increased government spending on public services, and measures to reduce income inequality. They are strong proponents of labor unions and collective bargaining.
===Conservative Party===
The Conservative Party (CP) is affiliated with the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Ukraine (ALDE) and occupies a right-wing, conservative position. Victoria Lukashev leads the party, which emphasizes traditional values, national sovereignty, and a free-market economy. The CP advocates for lower taxes, deregulation, and a strong national defense, while promoting policies that support family values and conservative social norms.
===National Independent Front===
The National Independent Front (NIF) aligns with the ALDE and holds a nationalist, center-right stance. Under Anastasia Mezentseva’s leadership, the NIF focuses on preserving national identity, enhancing security, and promoting economic nationalism. They advocate for stricter immigration policies, protectionist trade measures, and policies that prioritize the interests of ethnic Ukrainians. The NIF also supports a robust military and law enforcement presence.
===Democratic Green Union===
The Democratic-Green Union (DGU), associated with the Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats (S&D), is led by Oleksandr Kostiuk. The DGU is a progressive party that emphasizes environmental sustainability, social justice, and green energy initiatives. They advocate for policies aimed at combating climate change, promoting renewable energy, and ensuring environmental protection while also addressing social issues such as income inequality and human rights.
===Honor Party===
The Honor Party (HP), part of the Identity and Unity (IU) group, is positioned on the right to extreme right of the political spectrum. Led by Olena Kopanchuk, the HP focuses on nationalist and conservative policies, advocating for strict immigration controls, law and order, and traditional social values. They emphasize the importance of national sovereignty and cultural homogeneity, often adopting a populist and eurosceptic stance.
===United Left Party===
The United Left Party (ULP), affiliated with the Extreme Left (EL), is an extreme left-wing party led by Andriy Pavlovich. The ULP advocates for radical social and economic reforms, including the nationalization of key industries, wealth redistribution, and comprehensive social welfare programs. They emphasize workers' control over production, free education and healthcare, and policies aimed at dismantling capitalist structures.
===Independents===
The Independents (IND) represent a diverse group of unaffiliated politicians led by Violeta Stratsev. This group does not adhere to a single ideology or party line, instead focusing on pragmatic solutions to local and national issues. The IND prioritizes direct accountability to their constituents, advocating for policies that reflect the immediate needs and preferences of their electoral base rather than adhering to a strict ideological framework.
=Opinion polling and seat projections=
This article lists national polls for the [[Verkhovna Rada]] (VR) election as well as VR-wide seat projections and popular vote estimates.
====== Seat projections ======
{| class="wikitable"
|+
! rowspan="2" |Polling aggregator
! rowspan="2" |Date updated
! rowspan="2" |Number of seats
!CDP
!CP
!DGU
!HP
!IND
!LP
!NIF
!ULP
!United-LP
|-
! data-sort-type="number" style="background:{{party color|European People's Party}};" |
! data-sort-type="number" style="background:{{party color|European Democratic Party}};" |
! data-sort-type="number" style="background:{{party color|European Green Party}};" |
! data-sort-type="number" style="background:{{party color|Identity and Democracy Party}};" |
! data-sort-type="number" style="background:{{party color|Volt Europa}};" |
! data-sort-type="number" style="background:{{party color|Party of European Socialists}};" |
! data-sort-type="number" style="background:{{party color|European Conservatives and Reformists Party}};" |
! data-sort-type="number" style="background:{{party color|Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe Party}};" |
! data-sort-type="number" style="background:{{party color|Party of the European Left}};" |
|-
|Kyiv Polls
|15 March 2021
|650
|153
|82
|55
|26
|22
|93
|36
|style="background: #FADA5E;" | '''162'''
|21
|-
|Kyiv Independent
|12 February 2021
|650
|style="background:#CCE5FF;" | '''163'''
|74
|64
|28
|23
|88
|27
|159
|24
|-
|European commision
|12 March 2021
|650
|148
|70
|48
|30
|25
|72
|39
|style="background: #FADA5E;" | '''193'''
|25
|-
|FlowChart
|21 January 2021
|650
|159
|88
|50
|25
|30
|76
|32
|style="background: #FADA5E;" | '''164'''
|26
|-
|PollingPro
|1 March 2021
|650
|160
|74
|53
|28
|28
|85
|29
|style="background: #FADA5E;" | '''170'''
|23
|}
=Results=
[[File:Rus Ukraine election maps 20211.png|thumb|350px|right|Map of Rus of Ukraine showing the Verkhovna Rada parliamentary party leading in each [[Regions of Rus of Ukraine|Region]].]]
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:right"
|+Results by political party
! colspan="3" rowspan="2" |Party (2021–2026)
! colspan="2" |Votes
! colspan="3" |Seats
|-
!Votes
! %
!Seats
!∆
! %
|-
| bgcolor="{{party color|Renew Europe}}" |
| align="center" |'''ULP'''
| align="left" |[[European People's Party group|Ukrainan Liberal Party]]
|11,315,240
|29.26
|{{Composition bar|191|650|{{party color|Renew Europe}}}}
|{{increase}} +47
|29.33
|-
| bgcolor="{{party color|European People's Party group}}" |
| align="center" |'''CDP'''
| align="left" |[[Christian Democratic Party of Rus Ukraine|Christian Democratic Party]]
|8,832,558
|22.84
|{{Composition bar|149|650|{{party color|European People's Party group}}}}
|{{decrease}} -10
|22.92
|-
| bgcolor="{{party color|Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats}}" |
| align="center" |'''LP'''
| align="left" |[[Renew Europe|Labor Party]]
|4,453,385
|11.51
|{{Composition bar|75|650|{{party color|Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats}}}}
|{{decrease}} -18
|11.54
|-
| bgcolor="{{party color|European Democratic Party}}" |
| align="center" |'''CP'''
| align="left" |[[Greens–European Free Alliance|Conservative party of Rus Ukraine]]
|3,879,630
| align="right" |10.06
|{{Composition bar|65|650|{{party color|European Democratic Party}}}}
|{{decrease}} -26
|10
|-
| bgcolor="{{party color|European Conservatives and Reformists Party}}" |
| align="center" |'''NIF'''
| align="left" |[[Identity and Democracy|National Independent Front]]
|2,825,189
|7.30
|{{Composition bar|47|650|{{party color|European Conservatives and Reformists Party}}}}
|{{increase}} +21
|7.26
|-
| bgcolor="{{party color|European Green Party}}" |
| align="center" |'''DGU'''
| align="left" |[[European Conservatives and Reformists|Democratic Green Union]]
|2,776,100
|7.18
|{{Composition bar|47|650|{{party color|European Green Party}}}}
|{{decrease}} −17
|7.26
|-
| bgcolor="{{party color|Identity and Democracy Party}}" |
| align="center" |'''HP'''
| align="left" |[[European United Left–Nordic Green Left|Honor Party]]
|2,002,657
|5.18
|{{Composition bar|33|650|{{party color|Identity and Democracy Party}}}}
|{{increase}} +5
|5.08
|-
| bgcolor="{{party color|European United Left–Nordic Green Left}}" |
| align="center" |'''United-LP'''
| align="left" |[[Non-Inscrits|United Left Party]]
|954,769
|2.47
|{{Composition bar|16|650|{{party color|European United Left–Nordic Green Left}}}}
|{{decrease}} -6
|2.46
|-
| bgcolor="{{party color|Volt Europa}}"|
|align="center" |'''IND'''
|align="left"| [[Independents|Independents]]
|1,625,145
|4.20%
|{{Composition bar|27|650|{{party color|Volt Europa}}}}
| {{increase}} +4
|4.15
|-
! colspan="3" |Total
!38,664,673
!100.00
!751
!{{steady}}
!100.00
|-
| colspan="8" align="left" |{{small|Vote totals given account only for lists which won seats and joined the corresponding group}}
|}
==Investiture debate==
===Investiture debate by party===
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; font-size:85%;"
|+Investiture ceremony by party
!Candidate
!Fecha
!Vote
![[Ukrainan Liberal party|ULP]]
!CDP
!LP
![[Conservative Party of Rus of Ukraine|CP]]
![[DGU|DGU]]
![[Honors Party|HP]]
![[National Independent Front|NIF]]
![[United-LP|United-LP]]
![[IND|IND]]
!Total
|-
| rowspan="7" | {{CSS image crop|Image = Олександр Ковальчук - 2021.jpg|bSize = 150|cWidth = 120|cHeight = 160|oTop = 5|oLeft = 15}} <br>([[Ukrainan Liberal Party|Ukrainan Liberal Party]])
| rowspan="3" |'''March 25, 2021'''<br><small>Majority required:</small><small>Absolute (434/650)</small>
|Yes
| style="background:#A9F5BC" |191
|
|
|style="background:#A9F5BC" |65
|
|style="background:#A9F5BC" |33
|style="background:#A9F5BC" | 47
|
|style="background:#A9F5BC" |27
|363
|-
|{{No}}
|
| style="background:#F6CECE" |149
|style="background:#F6CECE" |75
|
| style="background:#F6CECE" |47
|
|
| style="background:#F6CECE" |16
|
|287
|-
|Abstentions
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|-
| colspan="12" |
|-
| rowspan="3" |'''March 26, 2021'''<br><small>Majority required:</small><small>Simple (326/650)</small>
|{{Yes}}
| style="background:#A9F5BC" |191
|
|
|style="background:#A9F5BC" |65
|
|style="background:#A9F5BC" |33
| style="background:#A9F5BC" |47
|
|style="background:#A9F5BC" |27
|363
|-
|No
|
| style="background:#F6CECE" |149
|style="background:#F6CECE"| 75
|
| style="background:#F6CECE" |47
|
|
| style="background:#F6CECE" |16
|
|287
|-
|Abstentions
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|}
===Investiture debate by region===
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; font-size:85%;"
|+Investiture ceremony by region
|-
! colspan="2" | March 21, 2021
| align="center" bgcolor="#E0E0E0" | Presidents of the parliaments of the 43 regions and the 2 cities
|-
! colspan="2" rowspan="2"| Required majority<br/>23 out of 44 {{tick|15}}
! ULP
|-
|style="background-color:{{party color|Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe}}" |
|-
!  style="width:1px; background:green;"|
| style="text-align:center;"|<span style="font-weight:bold;">Yes</span> {{Composition bar|27|44|green|width=90px}}
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* {{flagicon image|Flag of Crimea.svg}} [[Crimea Ukraine|Crimea]]  {{flagicon image|Prapor Vinnytskoyi oblasti.svg}} [[Vinnytsia]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Kyiv Kurovskyi.svg}} [[Kyiv City]]
* {{flagicon image|Flag of Kyiv Oblast.svg}} [[Kyiv Oblast]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Zhytomyr Oblast.svg}} [[Zhytomyr]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Kirovohrad Oblast.svg}} [[Kirovohrad]]
* {{flagicon image|Flag of Poltava Oblast.svg}} [[Poltava]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Kharkiv Oblast.svg}} [[Kharkiv]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Chernihiv Oblast.svg}} [[Chernihiv]]
* {{flagicon image|Flag of Cherkasy Oblast.svg}} [[Cherkasy]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Kuban People's Republic.svg}} [[Kuban]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Green Ukraine.svg}} [[Kubansky]]
* {{flagicon image|Flag of Rostov Oblast.svg}} [[Rostov]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Voronezh Oblast.svg}} [[Voronezh]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Homyel Voblast.svg}} [[Homyel]]
* {{flagicon image|Flag of Brest Voblast, Belarus.svg}} [[Brest]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Donetsk Oblast.svg}} [[Donetsk]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Luhansk Oblast.svg}} [[Luhansk]]
* {{flagicon image|Flag of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast.svg}} [[Dnipropetrovsk]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Zaporizhia Oblast.svg}} [[Zaporizhia]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Odesa Oblast.svg}} [[Odessa]]
* {{flagicon image|Flag of Chernivtsi Oblast.svg}} [[Chernivtsi]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Maramureș County.svg}} [[Maramuresh]] {{flagicon image|Transsylvanian Banner.svg}} [[Transilvek]]
* {{flagicon image|Flag of Bukowina.svg}} [[Bukovina]] {{flagicon image|National flag of the Moldavian Democratic Republic.svg}} [[Bessarabia]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Briceni.svg}} [[Brichani]]
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| style="text-align:center;"|<span style="font-weight:bold;">No</span> {{Composition bar|17|44|red|width=90px}}
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* {{flagicon image|Flag of Lviv Oblast.svg}} [[Lviv]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Volyn Oblast.svg}} [[Volyn]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Rivne Oblast.svg}} [[Rivne]]
* {{flagicon image|Flag of Transcarpathian Oblast.svg}} [[Zakharpatia]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast.svg}} [[Ivano-Frankivsk]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Ternopil Oblast.svg}} [[Ternopil]]
* {{flagicon image|Flag of Khmelnytskyi Oblast.svg}} [[Khmelnytskyi]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Sumy Oblast.svg}} [[Sumy]]  {{flagicon image|Flag of Kherson Oblast.svg}} [[Kherson]]
* {{flagicon image|Flag of Mykolaiv Oblast.svg}} [[Mykolaiv]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Sevastopol.svg}} [[Sevastopol]] {{flagicon image|New Flag of Belgorod Oblast.svg}} [[Bilhorod]]
* {{flagicon image|Flag of Kursk Oblast.svg}} [[Kursk]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Bryansk Oblast.svg}} [[Bryansk]] {{flagicon image|Kosicky vlajka.svg}} [[Koshicky]]
* {{flagicon image|Vlajka Vnorovy.svg}} [[Vnorovy]] {{flagicon image|Flag of Hodonín.svg}} [[Hodonin]]
|-
! colspan="2" style="text-align:left;" | Total : 44
! 44
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Latest revision as of 17:34, 12 June 2024

2021 Rus of Ukraine Verkhovna Rada election
← 2016 20–21 March 2021 2026 →
All 650 seats to the Verkhovna Rada of Rus Ukraine
326 seats needed for a majority
Turnout38,763,877 (89.73% Increase 3.01 %)
  First party Second party Third party
 
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Leader Anatoly Kravchuk Dmytro Horvat Yulia Skorokhod
Party Ukrainian Liberal Party Christian Democratic Party Labor
Last election 144 seats, 22.08% 159 seats, 24.29% 93 seats, 14.22%
Seats before 144 159 93
Seats won 191 149 75
Seat change Increase 47 Decrease 10 Decrease 18
Popular vote 11,315,240 8,832,558 4,453,385
Percentage 29.26% 22.84% 11.51%
Swing Increase 7.18% Decrease 1.45% Decrease 2.71%
  Fourth party Fifth party Sixth party
 
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Leader Victoria Lukashev Anastasia Mezentseva Oleksandr Kostiuk
Party Conservative National Independent Front Democratic-green union
Last election 91 seats, 13.99% 26 seats, 4.05% 64 seats, 9.83%
Seats before 91 26 64
Seats won 65 47 47
Seat change Decrease 26 Increase 21 Decrease 17
Popular vote 3,879,630 2,825,189 2,776,100
Percentage 10.03% 7.30% 7.18%
Swing Decrease 3.96% Increase3.25% Decrease 2.65
  Seventh party Eighth party Ninth party
 
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Leader Olena Kopanchuk Andriy Pavlovich Violeta Stratsev
Party Honor Party United Left Party Independents
Last election 28 seats, 4.43% 22 seats, 3.42% 23 seats, 3.62%
Seats before 28 22 23
Seats won 33 16 27
Seat change Increase 5 Decrease 6 Increase 4
Popular vote 2,002,657 954,769 1,625,145
Percentage 5.18% 2.47% 4.20%
Swing Increase 0.75% Decrease 0.95% Increase 0.58%
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Post-election composition of the Verkhovna Rada
President of the Verkhovna Rada before election

Olena Fidorova
Christian-Democratic Party

President of the Verkhovna Rada after election

Anatoly Kravchuk
Liberal

The 2021 Verkhovna Rada election took place from 20 to 21 March. It was the 26th election of the Verkhovna Rada of Rus of Ukraine since the Independence of Rus of Ukraine in 1919. The election was won by the Ukrainian Liberal Party and with the support of the Conservatives, the NIF and the independents, with the votes of Honors Party they managed to establish a government, with Anatoly Kravchuk as president.

Background

The elections of April 23 and 24, 2016 had the Christian Democratic Party led by Olena Fidorova as the winner. However, they had to put together a coalition government with the Labor party, Democratic-green Union and United left party. They reached a majority of votes of 338 for the investiture debate, which allowed the Christian democratic party to take power, although with various concessions to the other parties, especially the left-wing United party.

Olena Fidorova, the newly appointed Prime Minister, played a crucial role in mediating between the diverse interests of the coalition members. Her leadership style, characterized by diplomacy and inclusivity, was instrumental in keeping the coalition intact during the early days of governance. One of the first major legislative acts passed by the new government was a comprehensive healthcare reform bill, which aimed to provide universal healthcare coverage and reduce medical costs for citizens. This bill was seen as a significant victory for the Labor Party and the United Left Party. Despite initial successes, the coalition government encountered opposition from the conservative factions within the parliament, who criticized the increased government spending and perceived left-leaning policies. The Christian Democratic Party had to constantly negotiate and compromise to push through its agenda, leading to a slow but steady pace of legislative achievements.

By the time the 2021 elections approached, the Liberal Party had gained significant momentum. They campaigned on a platform of fiscal responsibility, transparency, and moderate social reforms, which resonated with a public weary of the coalition's internal conflicts and perceived inefficiencies. On election day, the Liberal Party emerged victorious, securing a clear majority in the parliament.

Electoral System

Elections are conducted by direct universal suffrage by proportional representation using either a list system or single transferable vote. The d'Hondt method of representation is used to seek greater participation of parties in the Verkhovna Rada. Each of the 25 regions and the two cities with special status of Rus of Ukraine have representatives of the different parties who are elected by semi-open or open lists (depending on the regulations of the regions) and through proportionality, they reach the Verkhovna Rada.

Candidates are placed on regional lists by their respective parties, and voters can either vote for a party list as a whole or for individual candidates within a list, depending on the system adopted by the region. This hybrid approach aims to balance party control with voter influence, ensuring that popular candidates can still secure seats even if their party does not dominate the list.

To be eligible for representation, parties must surpass a 2% electoral threshold at the national level, which helps to prevent fragmentation in the parliament and encourages the formation of broader coalitions. The allocation of seats within the Verkhovna Rada follows the d'Hondt method, which tends to favor larger parties but still allows for smaller parties to gain representation if they have sufficient support.

Election campaigns are regulated to ensure fairness, with strict rules on campaign financing, media access, and political advertising. The Central Election Commission oversees the electoral process, ensuring that it is conducted transparently and in accordance with the law. International observers are often invited to monitor elections, adding an extra layer of scrutiny to uphold the integrity of the electoral system.

Overall, the electoral system is designed to create a representative and inclusive legislative body, reflecting the diverse political landscape of Rus of Ukraine while maintaining stability and effective governance.

Lead Candidates

Overview of party candidates for Commission President in 2024

European political party VR Group Lead candidate(s) Ideology
ULP Ukrainian Liberal Party ALDE Anatoly Kravchuk Liberal
CDP Christian Democratic Party S&D Dmytro Horvat Center-left
LP Labor party S&D Yulia Skorokhod Left-wing
CP Conservative party ALDE Victoria Lukashev Conservative; right-wing
NIF National Independent Front ALDE Anastasia Mezentseva nationalist; center-right
DGU Democratic-green Union S&D Oleksandr Kostiuk Progressive
HP Honor Party IU Olena Kopanchuk right to extreme right
United-LP United Left Party EL Andriy Pavlovich extreme left-wing
IND Independents Violeta Stratsev

Ukrainian Liberal Party

The Ukrainian Liberal Party (ULP), affiliated with the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Ukraine Party (ALDE), champions liberal values including individual freedoms, market economy, and human rights. Led by Anatoly Kravchuk, the party focuses on economic reforms, reducing government intervention in the market, and fostering a business-friendly environment to drive economic growth and innovation. They advocate for modernizing Ukraine’s institutions to align with European standards and emphasize transparency and anti-corruption measures.

Christian Democratic Party

The Christian Democratic Party (CDP) of Rus of Ukraine is associated with the Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats (S&D) and takes a center-left stance. Under the leadership of Dmytro Horvat, the CDP blends social justice with Christian democratic principles, focusing on social market economy, family values, and social welfare programs. The party aims to balance economic growth with social equity, ensuring that the benefits of progress are widely shared across society.

Labor party

The Labor Party (LP), also linked with the Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats (S&D), is a left-wing political force in Rus Ukraine. Led by Yulia Skorokhod, the LP advocates for workers' rights, equitable distribution of wealth, and robust social safety nets. Their platform includes higher taxes on the wealthy, increased government spending on public services, and measures to reduce income inequality. They are strong proponents of labor unions and collective bargaining.

Conservative Party

The Conservative Party (CP) is affiliated with the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Ukraine (ALDE) and occupies a right-wing, conservative position. Victoria Lukashev leads the party, which emphasizes traditional values, national sovereignty, and a free-market economy. The CP advocates for lower taxes, deregulation, and a strong national defense, while promoting policies that support family values and conservative social norms.

National Independent Front

The National Independent Front (NIF) aligns with the ALDE and holds a nationalist, center-right stance. Under Anastasia Mezentseva’s leadership, the NIF focuses on preserving national identity, enhancing security, and promoting economic nationalism. They advocate for stricter immigration policies, protectionist trade measures, and policies that prioritize the interests of ethnic Ukrainians. The NIF also supports a robust military and law enforcement presence.

Democratic Green Union

The Democratic-Green Union (DGU), associated with the Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats (S&D), is led by Oleksandr Kostiuk. The DGU is a progressive party that emphasizes environmental sustainability, social justice, and green energy initiatives. They advocate for policies aimed at combating climate change, promoting renewable energy, and ensuring environmental protection while also addressing social issues such as income inequality and human rights.

Honor Party

The Honor Party (HP), part of the Identity and Unity (IU) group, is positioned on the right to extreme right of the political spectrum. Led by Olena Kopanchuk, the HP focuses on nationalist and conservative policies, advocating for strict immigration controls, law and order, and traditional social values. They emphasize the importance of national sovereignty and cultural homogeneity, often adopting a populist and eurosceptic stance.

United Left Party

The United Left Party (ULP), affiliated with the Extreme Left (EL), is an extreme left-wing party led by Andriy Pavlovich. The ULP advocates for radical social and economic reforms, including the nationalization of key industries, wealth redistribution, and comprehensive social welfare programs. They emphasize workers' control over production, free education and healthcare, and policies aimed at dismantling capitalist structures.

Independents

The Independents (IND) represent a diverse group of unaffiliated politicians led by Violeta Stratsev. This group does not adhere to a single ideology or party line, instead focusing on pragmatic solutions to local and national issues. The IND prioritizes direct accountability to their constituents, advocating for policies that reflect the immediate needs and preferences of their electoral base rather than adhering to a strict ideological framework.

Opinion polling and seat projections

This article lists national polls for the Verkhovna Rada (VR) election as well as VR-wide seat projections and popular vote estimates.

Seat projections
Polling aggregator Date updated Number of seats CDP CP DGU HP IND LP NIF ULP United-LP
Kyiv Polls 15 March 2021 650 153 82 55 26 22 93 36 162 21
Kyiv Independent 12 February 2021 650 163 74 64 28 23 88 27 159 24
European commision 12 March 2021 650 148 70 48 30 25 72 39 193 25
FlowChart 21 January 2021 650 159 88 50 25 30 76 32 164 26
PollingPro 1 March 2021 650 160 74 53 28 28 85 29 170 23

Results

Map of Rus of Ukraine showing the Verkhovna Rada parliamentary party leading in each Region.
Results by political party
Party (2021–2026) Votes Seats
Votes % Seats ∆ %
ULP Ukrainan Liberal Party 11,315,240 29.26
191 / 650
 Increase +47 29.33
CDP Christian Democratic Party 8,832,558 22.84
149 / 650
 Decrease -10 22.92
LP Labor Party 4,453,385 11.51
75 / 650
 Decrease -18 11.54
CP Conservative party of Rus Ukraine 3,879,630 10.06
65 / 650
 Decrease -26 10
NIF National Independent Front 2,825,189 7.30
47 / 650
 Increase +21 7.26
DGU Democratic Green Union 2,776,100 7.18
47 / 650
 Decrease −17 7.26
HP Honor Party 2,002,657 5.18
33 / 650
 Increase +5 5.08
United-LP United Left Party 954,769 2.47
16 / 650
 Decrease -6 2.46
IND Independents 1,625,145 4.20%
27 / 650
 Increase +4 4.15
Total 38,664,673 100.00 751 Steady 100.00
Vote totals given account only for lists which won seats and joined the corresponding group

Investiture debate

Investiture debate by party

Investiture ceremony by party
Candidate Fecha Vote ULP CDP LP CP DGU HP NIF United-LP IND Total
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(Ukrainan Liberal Party) 		March 25, 2021
Majority required:Absolute (434/650) 		Yes 191 65 33 47 27 363
No 149 75 47 16 287
Abstentions
March 26, 2021
Majority required:Simple (326/650) 		Yes 191 65 33 47 27 363
No 149 75 47 16 287
Abstentions

Investiture debate by region

Investiture ceremony by region
March 21, 2021 Presidents of the parliaments of the 43 regions and the 2 cities
Required majority
23 out of 44 ☑Y 		ULP
Yes
27 / 44
No
17 / 44
Total : 44 44
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