In Ukraine, discussions are ongoing on new approaches to mobilization and supporting the economy during wartime. Lawyer Taras Borovsky has proposed introducing not only economic reservation, but also economic demobilization for soldiers who have been defending the country for a long time. On the air of the Kyiv24 TV channel, he noted that such a step could reduce tension in society and ensure fair conditions for defenders.
"Without a doubt, I think that in order to relieve the degree of tension, we need to come up with some kind of mechanism. If we are talking about economic reservation, then we should also talk about economic demobilization," says Borovsky.
Borovsky stressed that many citizens, especially entrepreneurs and activists, are vital to the development of Ukraine's economy. Many of them voluntarily joined the Armed Forces at the beginning of the full-scale invasion, but now find themselves in a situation where they cannot return to their businesses and projects.
"These people have fulfilled their duty and deserve economic demobilization. That would be fair," the lawyer emphasized.
Opposing opinions
However, not everyone supports the idea of demobilization in such difficult conditions. MP Fedir Venislavsky, a member of the Committee on National Security, Defense and Intelligence, said that demanding a bill on demobilization now is a dangerous step that could jeopardize Ukraine's statehood. He believes that the army still needs a sufficient number of people to defend the country from the aggressor.
Hero of Ukraine, commander of the K-2 battalion of the 54th Motorized Rifle Brigade Kyrylo Veres also expressed his position on mobilization. In his opinion, not everyone should fight on the front lines - some citizens can do more for victory by working in the rear. This is especially true for those who can contribute to economic recovery and support vital industries.
“Not all men should dig trenches. Some may be more useful to the army by working on other fronts — economic and social,” Veres noted.
