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“Progress must continue”: EU enlargement chief backs Ukraine’s new Economic Security Bureau head
EU enlargement commissioner Marta Kos applauds Ukraine’s appointment of the new Economic Security Bureau head, calling it essential for reform and EU accession progress. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Aug 7, 2025

After scandal delays, Tsyvinskyy appointed to lead Economic Security Bureau of Ukraine. Why it matters
Despite political scandal and delayed government approval, Oleksandr Tsyvinskyy is appointed head of Ukraine’s Economic Security Bureau — a key reform move tied to IMF aid and business trust. Empr.media explains why it matters.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Aug 6, 2025

Zelenskyy Signs Law Recognizing Ukrainians Resettled From Poland as Deportees
President Zelenskyy signs historic law recognizing Ukrainians forcibly resettled from Poland (1944–1951) as deportees, granting status, benefits and restitution rights.:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Aug 4, 2025

Ukrainian Government Finally Launches Selection for New Customs Chief
Ukraine has finally launched an open competition to select a new head of its State Customs Service, forming a commission with Ukrainian and international experts to reboot customs and boost transparency. Empr.media reports.
Aug 4, 2025

The EU Ambassador discussed the independence of NABU and SAPO with Ukraine’s Prosecutor General
EU Ambassador Katarína Mathernová discussed the critical need for the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) to remain independent with Ukraine’s Prosecutor General. Empr.media reports.
Aug 2, 2025

Ukrainian Parliament Restores Powers to NABU and SAPO
Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada passed a bill reinstating full procedural powers and autonomy for the National Anti‑Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti‑Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) after mass protests and Western criticism. Empr.media reports.
Jul 31, 2025

Ukrainian MP Dmytro Kostiuk Quits ‘Servant of the People’ Over Anti-Anti-Corruption Vote
Ukrainian MP Dmytro Kostiuk announces his departure from the Servant of the People parliamentary faction over anti‑corruption vote controversy. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Jul 31, 2025

Zelenskyy Signs Law on ARMA Reform and Factoring, Meeting EU Requirement
President Zelenskyy signed laws reforming Ukraine’s Asset Recovery and Management Agency (ARMA) and on factoring — steps required to unlock EU financial support under the Ukraine Facility plan. Empr.media.
Jul 30, 2025

Ukraine’s Government Once Again Fails to Appoint New Head of the Bureau of Economic Security
For the second time, Ukraine’s Cabinet failed to appoint the candidate chosen by an independent commission as head of the Bureau of Economic Security, raising fears of missing IMF/EU benchmarks and political gridlock. Empr.media.
Jul 30, 2025

Calls Grow for Ukraine Parliament to Resume Online Broadcasts: Public Deserves to See How Lawmakers Vote
Calls are growing for Ukraine’s parliament to resume online broadcasts of plenary sessions so the public can see how MPs vote on major issues, boosting transparency and accountability. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Jul 29, 2025

European Commission Warns Ukraine: All Financial Aid May Be Frozen Over Pressure on Anti-Corruption Bodies
Brussels has warned Kyiv that political pressure on anti-corruption bodies like NABU and SAPO could put billions in EU funding at risk, forcing legislative reversals and reform commitments.
Jul 29, 2025

Zelenskyy Signs Law Expanding Powers and Size of Ukraine’s Security Service
President Zelenskyy signed a sweeping law to expand the Security Service of Ukraine’s personnel and operational powers, including a larger Special Operations unit and enhanced combat capabilities. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Jul 28, 2025