Hetmancev and the banking mafia: how a billion-dollar scam poses a threat to Ukraine.

The banking system of Ukraine is on the brink of disaster. The bill No. 13007 "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of Ukraine Regarding the Regulation of Certain Issues Related to the Activities of the Deposit Guarantee Fund for Individuals, the National Bank of Ukraine, and Joint Investment Institutions," promoted by the head of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Financial, Tax, and Customs Policy, Daniil Getmantsev, clearly conceals behind grandiose claims of "enhancing depositor protection" a mechanism for a massive heist. At the core of the scheme are the Deposit Guarantee Fund (FGVFL) and the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU), which are given a carte blanche to dismantle banks under the guise of "regulatory procedures," reports UNN.

How are billions being stolen?

Under the noble pretext of "enhancing the stability of the banking sector," the bill drafted by Getmantsev grants FGVFL and NBU absolute power. For instance, they will be able to remove banks from the market at their discretion, relying on "their" criteria, which can be changed at any time.

Moreover, these bodies will have the authority to seize the assets of banks and transfer them to "approved" individuals – those associated with them, including "investors" and fraudsters.

There will also be an opportunity to conceal any information regarding the liquidation process, as Getmantsev proposes to legally eliminate even the slightest hint of transparency.

The MP also suggests stripping shareholders of ownership rights and depriving depositors of their funds if they are "late" in their requests.

What does this mean? Any bank, even a stable one, can have its license revoked, be "stripped" of every last hryvnia, and its assets transferred to "friends" for pennies.

NBU and FGVFL: a private mafia disguised as regulators

The most frightening aspect of the scheme is the elimination of any oversight over the actions of the Deposit Guarantee Fund for Individuals.

In 2024, Getmantsev lobbied for the repeal of the subordinate legal status of FGVFL acts, meaning their decisions will no longer be subject to control by the Verkhovna Rada, the courts, or even the government.

The Fund will no longer publish data on insolvent banks, as, at the initiative of the MP, reports, asset evaluations, and financial indicators will disappear. The robbery will occur in complete silence, with no possibility of oversight.

According to the amendments proposed by Getmantsev, Fund employees will be allowed to work in transitional banks, where the assets of liquidated banks are transferred. In essence, they first "kill" the bank and then manage its funds!

Additionally, the timeframe for appealing the Fund's decisions is proposed to be reduced to one month. This will result in no one being able to protect their rights in time.

Thus, this is not a banking reform; it more resembles the creation of a closed financial clan that will decide which banks should survive and which should be plundered.

Ukrainians, prepare yourselves – you will be stripped of your deposits and property!

It is likely that this bill from Getmantsev aims to legalize theft. They intend to take money from depositors, shareholders, and bank clients under the guise of "liquidation."

According to the proposed changes, if you had money in a bank that is declared insolvent, you risk being left with nothing.

Furthermore, if you are a bank shareholder, you may be deprived of your property, and your assets will be "transferred" to new owners.

If you held securities in safekeeping, forget about them unless you file a return request within 60 days.

Thus, one can conclude that Getmantsev's legislative proposal is a legalization of raiding at the state level.

Who benefits from this?

It is possible that NBU, FGVFL, and Getmantsev are trying to establish the perfect scheme for plundering Ukraine. In wartime, when businesses and depositors are already on the brink of survival, they are launching a mechanism for mass asset seizure under the guise of "regulatory norms."

Who will benefit? Investors connected to the authorities, who will receive the best assets at rock-bottom prices. Additionally, officials who will manage the process manually, deciding who to destroy and who to spare.