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The Public Anti-Corruption Council at Ukraine's Ministry of Defense is at the forefront of addressing significant challenges. Highlighted by the recent detainment of a state-owned defense plant CEO over defective mines, they demand a professional management overhaul. Yurii Hudymenko, a key figure, criticizes the Ministry's current structure for failing to meet army and government standards. The Council calls for the unblocking of UAV and electronic warfare system procurements, which are crucial for military units. Despite setbacks, such as disrupted voting for council members, over 70,000 citizens have participated in the electoral process, showcasing public commitment. Enhancing the defense sector's integrity is crucial for Ukraine's security and stability, emphasizing the Public Council's essential role in curbing corruption and improving operational efficiency.

What is the role of the Public Anti-Corruption Council?

The Public Anti-Corruption Council at the Ministry of Defense works to identify and mitigate corruption within the Ukrainian defense sector. Their responsibilities include overseeing procurement processes, advising on policy changes, and ensuring transparency in defense activities.

Why was the CEO of a defense plant detained?

The CEO was detained in a case involving the supply of low-quality 120mm mortar mines. The investigation, supported by the Public Anti-Corruption Council's initiatives, highlighted the need for stricter oversight and accountability within the defense procurement processes.

What changes does the Public Council recommend for the Ministry of Defense?

The Public Council recommends a management overhaul to replace aging leadership with visionary individuals. They also demand a focus on meeting the operational needs of the military, including unblocking essential procurements and introducing comprehensive anti-corruption measures.

How are members of the Public Anti-Corruption Council elected?

Members are elected through a voting process involving Ukrainian citizens. Recent elections were held online, with over 70,000 participants, highlighting public engagement in anti-corruption efforts. This process ensures that council members reflect the interests and values of the broader public.

What impact does public participation have on anti-corruption efforts in Ukraine?

Public participation is crucial for ensuring transparency and accountability in government operations. Through voting and involvement in councils like the Public Anti-Corruption Council, citizens can influence defense sector policies, advocate for comprehensive reforms, and help prevent corruption.

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Defective mines for Armed Forces of Ukraine Case of 120,000 defective mines: Public Anti-Corruption Council of Ministry of Defence demands to send professional management team to plant and find rest of suspects Last week, the SSU detained the CEO of one of the largest state-owned defence plants in a case of supplying low-quality 120mm mortar mines to the army. 6 616 19 Previously in trend: Supply of faulty mortar shells Case of supplying faulty mortar shell to the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Hudymenko In Ministry of Defense, person with ambitions and vision finds himself surrounded by elderly colonels and loses initiative, - Hudymenko One of the most important and problematic factors is that the work in the Ministry of Defense is built without taking into account the true incentives of employees. 20 396 44 Previously in trend: Hudymenko on the inefficiency of the Defense Ministry

Ministry of Defense Currently, Ministry of Defense does not meet any of requirements set by army, government, and people of Ukraine - Hudymenko The head of the Public Anti-Corruption Council at the Ministry of Defense, Yurii Hudymenko, said that the design of the Ministry of Defense does not meet any of the requirements set by the army, the government, and the people of Ukraine as a whole. 2 278 25 Previously in trend: Hudymenko on the inefficiency of the Defense Ministry

Ministry of Defence wants to buy mines from manufacturers who have failed to fulfil contracts before MoD plans to purchase large number of mines from manufacturers who failed to fulfil contracts - Civil Anti-Corruption Council The Ministry of Defence plans to order a large number of 120mm mortar shells from state-owned manufacturers that have repeatedly failed to fulfil their obligations. 4 684 47

Drones and EWs are needed for 155th mechanised brigade "Anna of Kyiv" Ministry of Defence should immediately take measures to unblock procurement of UAVs and electronic warfare systems for military units, - Public Anti-Corruption Council The Public Anti-Corruption Council at the Ministry of Defence demands that the Ministry immediately take measures to unblock the procurement of UAVs and electronic warfare for military units. 4 633 21

Membership of the Public Anti-Corruption Council at the Ministry of Defense New composition of Public Anti-Corruption Council under Ministry of Defense announced On January 13, 2025, a meeting of the Commission to ensure the competition for the formation of the Public Anti-Corruption Council under the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine was held. 6 458 25 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine

Voting for members of Public Anti-Corruption Council Preliminary results of voting for members of Public Anti-Corruption Council published. INFOGRAPHICS According to preliminary estimates, the winner was a well-coordinated team of specialists with an understanding of anti-corruption policy and the legal sector, as well as people with experience in meeting the needs of the army and direct military service. 10 981 29

Ukrainians elect members of Anti-Corruption Council at Ministry of Defense online More than 70,000 Ukrainian citizens have already voted for candidates to Public Anti-Corruption Council at Ministry of Defense More than 70,000 Ukrainians have already voted for their candidates for the Public Anti-Corruption Council at the Ministry of Defense. 2 186 16 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine

Public Anti-Corruption Council under MoD. Voting has begun Online voting for Public Anti-Corruption Council under MoD has started On 7 January, from 9:00 to 21:00, elections to the Public Anti-Corruption Council under the Ministry of Defence are held. 5 872 43

Ministry of Defence Defence Ministry postpones voting for members of Public Anti-Corruption Council to 7 January The online voting for members of the Public Anti-Corruption Council under the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has been postponed to 7 January 2025. 3 695 41

Voting for composition of Public Anti-Corruption Council of Ministry of Defence Ministry of Defence disrupted voting for members of Public Anti-Corruption Council - Hudymenko The voting for the composition of the Public Anti-Corruption Council under the Ministry of Defence was actually disrupted by the Ministry itself. 6 586 44

Ukrainians elect members of Defence Ministry’s anti-corruption council online Members of Public Anti-Corruption Council under MoD are being elected today: you can vote online Today, on 26 December, elections to the Public Anti-Corruption Council under the Ministry of Defence are taking place from 9:00 to 21:00. 3 570 26

вр 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. 10 725 54 Ukrainian Politics

міноборони Public Council under Ministry of Defense calls on authorities to take effective steps to overcome corruption, because its negative influence is "compensated with blood of defenders" The leadership of Ukraine should take effective measures to improve the organizational prerequisites for preventing corruption and abuses in the military sphere, separate business from the army, and limit informal influences on management decision-making. 2 515 22 Previously in trend: War

NABU urge Sytnyk to remove Uhlava and other employees mentioned in Bihus.info corruption probe NABU urge Sytnyk to remove Uhlava and other employees mentioned in Bihus.info corruption probe The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) Public Control Council initiates an extraordinary meeting with the participation of Artem Sytnyk, as well as those who were spotted in the investigation by Bihus.info into a large-scale corruption in the defense sector of Ukraine. Copies of all the documents mentioned by the journalists will be requisitioned. 10 622 104 Previously in trend: Hladkovskyi defense corruption scandal

International experts exclude 32 judges from Anti-Corruption Court competition International experts exclude 32 judges from Anti-Corruption Court competition Jan. 23, Public Council of International Experts (PCIE) excluded 9 more judges from Anti-Corruption Court competition. A total of 32 judges have been excluded from the competition during joint meetings of PCIE and High Qualification Commission of Judges (HQCJ). 2 891 24 Ukrainian Politics

Ukraine 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. 67 394 313 Previously in trend: Judicial reform

набу Ukraine citizens electing Council for public control of NABU: it's control tool and shield from political invasion, - journalist On May 31, the voting for members of Council for public control of National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) in taking place. 5 633 25 Previously in trend: National Anti-Corruption Bureau