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Judicial reform in Ukraine is crucial for the nation's progress and international relations. Delays in reforming Ukraine's judicial system have resulted in the potential loss of UAH 35 billion in EU aid. The European Union emphasizes further reform processes, calling for accountability and integrity among judges. A recent Supreme Court decision allows 180 questionable judges to remain in positions, impacting ongoing anti-corruption and reform initiatives. The political scene is tense as Ukraine balances internal judicial pressures with external expectations from entities like the EU, IMF, and the G7 ambassadors, who stress the urgency of comprehensive and transparent legal reforms.
Why is judicial reform in Ukraine necessary for EU aid?
Judicial reform is essential because the European Union has tied financial aid to Ukraine to the successful overhaul of its justice system, ensuring transparency, integrity, and adherence to democratic principles. The EU insists on a reformed judiciary as a condition for disbursing funds, as it impacts Ukraine’s political stability and credibility.
How does the Supreme Court decision affect judicial reform?
The Supreme Court decision to allow nearly 180 controversial judges to maintain their positions undermines attempts at judicial reform in Ukraine. This causes skepticism over the effectiveness of reforms aimed at eliminating corruption and ensuring judicial integrity, which are key factors for EU and international support.
What are the international implications of Ukraine's judicial reform status?
The progress of judicial reforms in Ukraine is closely monitored by international bodies like the European Union, the IMF, and the G7. The successful implementation of these reforms is pivotal for financial assistance, anti-corruption efforts, and Ukraine's standing on the global stage, impacting geopolitical and economic partnerships.
What role do the G7 ambassadors play in Ukraine's judicial reform?
The G7 ambassadors hold an influential role by applying diplomatic pressure on Ukraine to proceed with its judicial reforms. They emphasize the importance of an independent judiciary for sustaining democracy and ensure that Ukraine adheres to international standards, essential for receiving global support.
How does judicial reform impact the Ukrainian society domestically?
Domestically, judicial reform aims to restore public trust in the legal system, promising accountability and reducing corruption. This reform is seen as a stepping stone towards achieving justice and fairness in Ukrainian society, potentially leading to stability and improved public confidence in governmental institutions.
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Ukraine has been unable to receive UAH 35 billion from EU for years because Office of President does not want to clean up courts – Zhernakov Ukraine risks losing about UAH 35 billion in EU aid due to delays in cleaning up the judicial system. 3 837 36 Previously in trend: Judicial reform Ukraine Facility
EU must see further process of justice reforms in Ukraine, - European Commissioner McGrath The European Union expects reforms in Ukraine to continue, particularly in the justice sector. 1 234 9 Previously in trend: Judicial reform
Supreme Court has made decision that actually allows almost 180 dishonest judges to remain in their positions - AntAC On 13 June, the Grand Chamber of the Supreme Court issued a decision that could have a significant impact on the implementation of judicial reform and the lustration of courts. In this case, a judge challenged the procedure of qualification assessment of judges. 4 650 31
On anniversary of Maidan, Rada plans to adopt draft law that will destroy Civic Council of Integrity and threaten judicial reform, - DEJURE The draft law destroys the tool for public participation in the selection and evaluation of judges. 10 954 54
Judges of liquidated Kyiv County Administrative Court continue to receive salaries: since court liquidation, they have accrued 50.3 million UAH - AntAC Ten months have passed since the liquidation of the called Kyiv District Administrative Court. But the judges of the KCAC continue to receive salary. 7 843 37
G7 ambassadors call for resumption of work of Supreme Council of Justice The G7 ambassadors publicly issued a statement about the criticality of the launch of the High Council of Justice. 4 885 26
Supreme Court is convinced that Ukraine will be on time to implement recommendations of European Commission on judicial reform by December Ukraine will have time to implement the recommendations of the European Commission related to the reform of the Constitutional Court and judicial reform by December. 1 733 11
Judicial mafia pushes through Verkhovna Rada a number of unconstitutional decisions on restoration of Supreme Council of Justice, - Zhernakov The judicial mafia is trying to push through parliament a decision that will allow all traitorous judges to return to office and sue for insane amounts of money. At the same time, it will effectively abolish judicial reform. 20 651 102
G7 Ambassadors Group names stepping up efforts to reform judiciary in Ukraine as priority for 2022. DOCUMENT The G7 Ambassadors' Support Group for Ukraine has announced priority areas of cooperation in 2022, one of which is to intensify efforts to reform the judicial system, prevent and combat corruption in the judicial system, in particular by properly reforming the High Council of Justice and ensuring the effective and unhindered work of the Ethics Council. 1 358 15
Zelenskyi vows not to allow blocking of judicial reform in Ukraine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has promised to prevent judicial reform in Ukraine from being blocked and to immediately assess and repulse any illegal actions in this matter, according to a statement published on the website of the head of state. 13 132 44
Parliament passes law restarting work of High Qualifications Commission of Judges The Verkhovna Rada has adopted with presidential proposals the law No. 3711-d introducing amendments to the law of Ukraine "On the Judiciary and the Status of Judges" and some laws of Ukraine resuming the work of the High Qualification Commission of Judges of Ukraine (HQCJ). 5 557 10
Germany advises Ukraine to implement judicial reform as soon as possible The key to the success of reforms in Ukraine in various areas is the effective reform of the judiciary and de-oligarchization, according to State Secretary at the German Federal Foreign Office Miguel Berger. 787 17
Rada adopts law on resumption of HQCJ work The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has passed a law allowing to resume the work of the High Qualification Commission of Judges (HQCJ) of Ukraine. A total of 293 MPs voted for relevant bill No. 3711-d on amendments to the law on the judicial system and the status of judges and some laws on resuming the work of HQCJ. 6 846 15
Merkel urges Ukrainian govt to continue fight against corruption, judicial and land reforms German Chancellor Angela Merkel has called on Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal to continue work on fighting corruption in the country, judicial and land reforms. 2 692 16 Previously in trend: Land reform
President of European Council: Fight against corruption, macro-financial aid, visa liberalization program conditioned on comprehensive judicial reform Ukraine has committed to the fight against corruption and comprehensive judicial reform under the Association Agreement, and these are important conditions for a coordinated macro-financial assistance program and visa liberalization process, European Council President Charles Michel said. 2 352 24
Zelenskyi: Ukraine needs to reform judicial system The Ukrainian government should focus on reforming the judicial system and increasing public confidence in the judiciary. 4 680 68
Zelenskyi Suggests Rada Withdraw District Administrative Court’s Authorities To Consider Lawfulness Of Regulatory-Legal Acts Of Cabinet, Ministries And NBU, Transfer Them To Supreme Court President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has suggested that the Verkhovna Rada withdraw the authorities of the District Administrative Court of Kyiv (court’s head is Pavlo Vovk) to consider the lawfulness of the regulatory-legal acts issued by the Cabinet of Ministers, Ukrainians ministries and the National Bank of Ukraine, and transfer them to the Supreme Court as a court of the first instance. 5 893 20
Ukraine to resume talks with IMF mission in January - Marchenko The second round of talks between Ukraine and a mission from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will begin in January 2021, Ukrainian Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko has said in an interview with the TSN.ua online news site. 1 438 22
Borrell starts his visit to Ukraine, noting importance of independent anti-corruption institutions, judicial reform High Representative of the European Union for Foreign and Security Policy, Vice-President of the European Commission Josep Borrell started his official visit to Ukraine with a meeting with representatives of civil society and parliament, at which he noted the importance of independent anti-corruption institutions and judicial reform in Ukraine. 1 114 4 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine
President Zelenskyi appoints 27 judges to local courts President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi has appointed 27 judges to local general courts. 6 641 36
Law on judicial reform in Ukraine enters into force The presidential law on amending certain laws of Ukraine on judiciary entered into force on November 7. 5 589 20
Supreme Court calling on Zelenskyi to veto law on activities of self-government judicial bodies The Supreme Court of Ukraine has asked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi to veto bill No. 1008 passed by the Ukrainian parliament at second reading, which amends some Ukrainian laws about activities of self-government judicial bodies. 2 165 24
Parliament approves law on restarting judicial reform The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has approved the Law "On Amendments to Certain Laws of Ukraine regarding the Functioning of Judicial Governance" (No.1008). 12 383 116
Parliament passes law on start of High Anti-Corruption Court’s work The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has adopted the law on the amendments to certain legislative acts of Ukraine on the commencement of work of the High Anti-Corruption Court. 3 324 18
High Anti-Corruption Court starts work The High Anti-Corruption Court has started working. 9 688 102
Zelenskyi sets main tasks for High Anti-Corruption Court Ukraine's High Anti-Corruption Court now faces the challenge of not only returning the funds stolen by top corrupt officials, but also returning a sense of justice to citizens, President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has said. 4 899 95
Judge Tanasevych elected head of HACC by secret voting On Tuesday, a meeting of judges of the High Anti-Corruption Court of Ukraine (HACC) has elected Head of the newly created court, the judge of the first instance, Olena Tanasevych. 21 434 159
Three candidates nominated for Ukraine's High Anti-Corruption Court head Three candidates have been nominated for the post of head of the High Anti-Corruption Court at a meeting of judges that began in Kyiv on Tuesday. 6 078 38
Courts ignore 48 cases referred by NABU Not even preliminary hearings were held in 48 out of 166 criminal cases which detectives of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) completed investigating as of late October 2018 and under which the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAP) filed charge documents to the courts. 2 670 24
"Way is completely paved," - Ukraine's president approves anti-corruption court establishment President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko signed the Law "On Amendments to the Law of Ukraine "On the Judiciary and Status of Judges" in connection with the adoption of the Law of Ukraine "On the Supreme Anti-corruption Court". 5 588 99
Bill on of High Anti-Corruption Court creation approved by Ukraine's parliament The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine approved the law on the establishment of the High Anti-Corruption Court. 12 364 42
Ukraine's Poroshenko lays bill on anti-corruption court creation before parliament Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko on Tuesday put before the Verkhovna Rada a draft law "On the establishment of the High Anti-Corruption Court" in accordance with article 93 and part 2 of article 125 of the Constitution of Ukraine. 17 190 61
Rada passes bill on anti-corruption court creation: 315 lawmakers supports the law Members of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine have adopted in the second reading the presidential bill No. 7440 on the High Anti-Corruption Court at today’s session. 97 593 422
Poroshenko calls his parliamentary faction members to support bill on anti-corruption court, - MP Iryna Herashchenko. PHOTOS Ukraine’s President Petro Poroshenko met with members of Petro Poroshenko Bloc parliamentary fraction calling them to support bill No. 7440 on the High Anti-Corruption Court. 33 595 124
Rally in support of anti-corruption court bill adoption held outside Rada: "It will revive confidence of millions of Ukrainians in reforms". VIDEO&PHOTOS On Thursday, June 7, activists gathered outside the building of the Ukrainian parliament in support of the adoption of the bill on the anti-corruption court. 33 795 145
Ukraine faces risk of default if bill on anti-corruption court not passed, - parliament’s vice-speaker Failure to adopt the bill on anti-corruption court will entail the lack of international financial aid to Ukraine which may lead to Ukraine’s default. 59 355 250
PM Hroisman calls adoption of bill on anti-corruption court this week’s priority Adoption of a bill that would allow initiating creation of an independent anti-corruption court should be the parliament's top priority this week. 21 870 75
"Our goal is to sell at best all the assets being no longer of country’s strategic interest," – PM Hroisman on privatization Ukraine’s Cabinet of Ministers is going to take a set of legislation aimed at attracting investment in the country during privatization of state-owned property. 24 381 135
Ukraine's Public Integrity Council ceases partaking in judges' re-evaluation Public Integrity Council of Ukraine (PIC) says it is terminating participation in the re-evaluation of judges. 67 712 313
EU ambassador calls on to urgently make Ukraine’s anti-corruption court operational EU Ambassador to Ukraine Hugues Mingarelli believes that the anti-corruption court must be created in Ukraine as soon as possible. 6 351 195
Poroshenko expects Rada to block down Anti-corruption Court creation next week Ukraine's President Petro Poroshenko vows to submit the draft law on the Anti-corruption Court to the parliament next week. 4 498 77
Ukraine’s new Supreme Court becomes operational today The new Supreme Court starts operating in Ukraine on Dec. 15. A the same time Higher Administrative Court, the Higher Economic Court, and the Higher Specialized Court for Civil and Criminal Cases shut down. 5 741 24
President Poroshenko, IMF Director Lagarde discuss anti-corruption court establishment in Ukraine In a phone conversation, President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko and Christine Lagarde, the managing director of the International Monetary Fund, called on the political forces in the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine to demonstrate ultimate responsibility and get united in support of the draft law on the anti-corruption court to adopt it by the end of the year. 4 972 137
Cassation Economic Court judge Danishevska elected Ukraine's Supreme Court head Valentyna Danishevska, a judge of the Cassation Economic Court was elected chairwoman of the Supreme Court of Ukraine. 48 010 91
Creation of anti-corruption court critically important, - Ambassador Yovanovitch The U.S. and Western partners of Ukraine see its anti-corruption court as a body or entity that is independent of existing structures and is made up of justices that have been selected through an independent contest process. 8 803 81
"Lozovyi amendment" not taken into account by committee on legal policy and justice, Maidan cases not threatened, - MP Yemets The parliamentary committee on legal policy and justice has published the text of amendments to the Criminal Procedure code adopted by the Rada upon filing of Radical Party Andrii Lozovyi. 47 045 57
Rada passes code amendments within judicial reform The members of the parliament have approved the judicial reform seven plenary days after they started to discuss it. 57 111 391
IMF demands that Ukraine creates anti-corruption court The anti-corruption reform is one of the key prerequisites for continuation of Ukraine's cooperation with the International Monetary Fund. 16 630 120
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