Ukraine began payments on Eurobonds at USD 1.67 billion that were issued by Naftogaz of Ukraine under a state guarantee.
Prime Minister Arseniy Yatseniuk said, opening a government meeting on Wednesday, a Ukrinform correspondent reports.
“The government jointly with Naftogaz commenced a procedure for redemption of Eurobonds at USD 1.67 billion. This amount is being repaid. The government would continue fulfilling its internal and external obligations, despite the incredible complexity,” Yatseniuk said.