Ukraine's Anti-Corruption Bodies Demand Restoration of Independence

Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies have appealed for the restoration of their independence after a meeting with President Zelenskiy. This follows a law that significantly limits their authority. They emphasized the necessity of legislative action to reinstate their previous guarantees, as stated by their joint statement on Telegram.

Ukraine's anti-corruption bodies are urging the government to restore their independence, a plea they reiterated during a meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. This demand comes in the wake of a new law that has significantly curtailed their powers.

The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine and the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office have issued a joint statement highlighting the need for legislative measures to reinstate the guarantees previously provided to them. Their statement was made public on the social media platform Telegram.

The agencies insist that clear and definitive steps are essential to reverse the restrictions imposed by the law, emphasizing the importance of maintaining robust anti-corruption mechanisms in Ukraine.

(With inputs from agencies.)