Ukraine needs strong and independent anti-corruption institutions, which are the foundation of any democracy, EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos said during a meeting with the leadership of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAP).
“The path of Ukraine to the European Union is based on a strong rule of law. A strong Ukraine requires strong and independent anti-corruption institutions. They are the foundation of any democracy that works for the benefit of its citizens,” Kos was quoted by NABU on Telegram on Thursday, reporting on the meeting in Kyiv with the NABU Director and the SAP Head, alongside Commissioner Kos and Danish Foreign Minister Marie Bjerre.
The sides discussed supporting the independence of anti-corruption institutions, their role in strengthening the rule of law, and Ukraine’s progress on the path to European integration, NABU reported.
According to Bjerre, the rule of law and the fight against corruption are among the most important foundations of a democratic society.
“Ukraine’s anti-corruption institutions and their staff work tirelessly every day, contributing to Ukraine’s future as an EU member,” emphasized the Danish Foreign Minister.
NABU Director Semen Kryvonos stressed that the anti-corruption infrastructure is fundamental for building trust among citizens and international partners.
“EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos and Danish Minister for European Affairs Marie Bjerre visited the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine in Kyiv to reaffirm political support for key anti-corruption institutions and to thank detectives and prosecutors for their work under war conditions and constant pressure,” SAP noted on Telegram.
According to the anti-corruption prosecutor’s office, the high-level EU and Danish representatives also held a separate meeting with the heads of SAP and NABU.
“They discussed the necessary guarantees of institutional independence and protection from interference, emphasizing that the rule of law and an effective anti-corruption system remain criteria for Ukraine’s EU path, and thus attention to the independence of NABU and SAP will continue,” SAP stressed.
Thus, the visit conveyed an important message that international support for Ukraine continues and will be strengthened.
“However, advancing reforms and achieving a European future for generations of Ukrainian citizens is the responsibility of our society and state,” SAP concluded.
