Victor Pavlyushchik, the newly appointed head of the National Agency on Corruption Prevention (NACP), has expressed the need for regulation in the process of adding sponsors to the war list. He shared this perspective in a discussion with media representatives.
“Undoubtedly, this issue requires regulation. This process entails communication not only within the NACP but also with all governmental bodies. Therefore, yes, regulation is necessary, and it could serve as a basis for further decision-making,” he said.
For the past two years, the NACP has been independently determining which companies qualify as “international sponsors of war.” Periodically, this has caused issues for Ukraine with other countries, including Hungary, Austria, China, and Greece.
Minister of Justice Denis Maluska previously stated that international partners have complained about the list of companies and criticized the unclear logic behind the inclusion of certain companies in this list.
Need for Regulation: NACP’s Task
Victor Pavlyushchik’s statement underscores the importance of regulating the process of identifying international sponsors of war. He emphasized this during discussions with media representatives, highlighting its critical role in interactions with other governmental bodies.
The authority of the NACP in this matter includes independently determining the companies supporting military actions. However, such an approach not only strains relations with certain countries but also obscures the logic behind including specific organizations in this list.
Minister of Justice’s Response
Denis Maluska, Ukraine’s Minister of Justice, supported the views of the new head of the NACP, expressing concern about which companies end up on the list of international war sponsors. According to Maluska, this practice creates confusion among international partners and could adversely affect Ukraine’s diplomatic efforts.
Next Steps
The statements made by the new head of the NACP, along with the support from the Minister of Justice, highlight the government’s task of finding the optimal path for regulating this process. To achieve this, various mechanisms may be considered, along with consultations with experts in international law.
Given the risks associated with the unstable situation on the international stage, sensible and transparent regulation of this matter becomes one of the Ukrainian government’s top priorities.