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G7 Welcomes Zelenskyy’s Promise to Protect Independence of Anti-Corruption Bodies
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On July 25, the G7 Ambassadors welcomed President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s recent commitment to maintaining the independence of the country’s anti-corruption institutions. In a statement published on X, they noted the importance of continued reform.
1/2 G7 Ambassadors welcome the President’s commitment to swiftly restoring and ensuring independence of anti-corruption agencies. Continued progress on anti-corruption and rule of law reforms is a demand of 🇺🇦 society, prerequisite for EU integration and key for business climate.
— G7AmbReformUA (@G7AmbReformUA) July 25, 2025
“Continued progress on anti-corruption and rule of law reforms is a demand of Ukrainian society, prerequisite for EU integration and key for business climate,” the ambassadors said.
They also expressed hope for timely action by the Verkhovna Rada : “We will continue to follow developments closely and look forward to seeing swift passage by the Rada.”
Andrii Sybiha, Ukraine's Minister of Foreign Affairs, responded to the statement, thanking the G7 for its clear position.
“We share the same goal—a strong, prosperous, and resilient Ukraine as an indivisible part of the Euro-Atlantic community,” Sybiha said.
He added that Ukraine remains focused on reforms and strengthening key institutions: “We remain committed to reforms on our path to the EU and NATO, the fight against corruption, and independent anti-corruption infrastructure. Open dialogue and unity are key on this path.”
The G7’s statement comes at a time when international partners continue to monitor Ukraine’s reform progress, particularly in the area of anti-corruption.
Earlier this week, on July 22–23, Ukrainians across the country protested a recently passed law concerning anti-corruption bodies. The legislation, known as Bill No. 12414, was approved by the Ukrainian parliament and signed by President Zelenskyy, but sparked widespread concern over potential limits on the independence of key agencies.
President Zelenskyy acknowledged public concerns regarding the law, which grants new powers to the Prosecutor General over key anti-corruption bodies, including the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO).
He said a new draft law is ready and stressed that it is based on “core principles of the independence of anti-corruption agencies.”
The President underlined his respect for public opinion, calling the protests a reflection of a healthy democracy. “People have the right to speak their minds,” Zelenskyy noted, adding that such civic engagement plays a vital role in shaping national policy.
At the same time, he made clear that Ukraine’s anti-corruption institutions must not only remain independent but also respond to public expectations.
“They must act effectively and oversee what is happening within their own structures,” Zelenskyy said.
Previously, it was reported that the NABU and the SAPO have expressed their readiness to engage in discussions and contribute to the preparation of President Zelenskyy’s proposed bill, which will guarantee the independence of Ukraine’s anti-corruption institutions.
