EU praises Ukraine's adoption of law establishing High Anti-Corruption Court

Ukraine's adoption of the legislation on establishing a High Anti-Corruption Court is a positive development in accordance with its international obligations and to the benefit of Ukrainian citizens.

"Ukraine's adoption of the legislation with a view to establishing a High Anti-Corruption Court is a positive development in accordance with its international obligations and to the benefit of Ukrainian citizens and businesses," reads the statement by Maja Kocijancic, the Spokesperson for EU’s Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.

As noted, the establishment marks a significant step in the crucial fight against corruption in Ukraine which is a key component of the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement and follows the commitments taken by Ukraine during the EU-Ukraine Summit on 9 July in Brussels. 

The EU underlines the need for all anti-corruption institutions to be fully independent and carry out their tasks free from undue influence.

“We look forward to the court being fully operational before the end of the year as this is the intention of the authorities. What counts now, what will support the country and its people to fight against corruption will be the full implementation of this act. The European Union stands ready to support the process,” the statement says.

As reported, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine approved the bill on establishment of the High Anti-Corruption Court in the second reading on June 7.

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