Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Zelenskiy Approves Bill to Restore Anti-Corruption Independence
Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, has approved a new law to help keep the country's anti-corruption groups independent.
Before, there were rules that some people worried would let politicians control these groups.
This caused problems, including possible issues with Ukraine's hopes to join the EU.
The new law is meant to make sure these groups can do their jobs without being told what to do, and also to stop Russia from interfering.
People in Europe have welcomed this decision.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy approved draft legislation to restore the independence of anti-corruption agencies.
The move reverses earlier measures that had drawn public criticism and put the EU bid in question.
Zelenskiy stated the bill guarantees a strengthening of Ukraine's law enforcement system and protection against Russian influence.
Critics viewed prior measures as potential political pressure against anti-corruption agencies.
The parliament, which was starting its summer holiday, will consider the bill.
- Who
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy
- What
- President Zelenskiy approved a bill to restore the independence of anti-corruption agencies.
- When
- On Thursday
- Where
- Ukraine
- Why
- To reverse earlier measures that were criticized and threatened Ukraine's EU bid.
Critics of Prior Measures
Zelenskiy's Stance
Independence vs. Control
Critics of Prior Measures
Criticized measures as political pressure against anti-corruption agencies.
Zelenskiy's Stance
Zelenskiy said the new bill is well-balanced and protects against Russian influence.
- President
- Volodymyr Zelenskiy
- Action
- Approved draft legislation
- Objective
- Restore independence of anti-corruption agencies
- Criticism
- Earlier measures led to criticism and EU bid concerns
- Parliament
- To consider the bill