Summary
Ukraine's Parliament approved a bill from President Zelenskyy that returns independence to two key anti-corruption agencies. This action reverses a previous decision that placed these agencies under the control of the prosecutor-general, a move that had sparked protests and international criticism.
Key Facts
- Ukraine's Parliament voted to restore the independence of two main anti-corruption bodies.
- President Zelenskyy signed the new bill into law quickly after it passed.
- The previous law placed anti-corruption agencies under the oversight of the prosecutor-general, causing public protests and international concern.
- Reversing this decision is important for Ukraine's efforts to join the European Union and continue receiving Western aid.
- The European Union praised the new law, highlighting its importance for reforms and fighting corruption.
- Protests occurred across Ukraine in response to the earlier law, marking the first major demonstrations since Russia's invasion.
- Transparency International criticized the past changes for weakening key reforms in Ukraine.
- The Ukrainian Parliament approved the new law with 331 votes in favor and 9 abstentions.
