European Leaders Welcome the Adoption of Law on NABU and SAP in Ukraine
Ahead of a critical political milestone in Ukraine, top European officials expressed their sincere congratulations and support for the adoption of a law aimed at restoring the independence of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAP).
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa warmly welcomed this legislative act, considering it a significant step in reforming Ukraine's legal system and strengthening its fight against corruption.
They highlighted that the law, signed by President Volodymyr Zelensky, represents an important milestone in consolidating the rule of law and bringing Ukraine closer to European standards.
These statements were made public through official social media posts by European leaders, who emphasized their ongoing commitment to support Ukraine's reform efforts.
The officials underscored that the EU remains committed to backing these initiatives, which are crucial for Ukraine’s European integration path.
Furthermore, they reaffirmed that the European Union has no plans to suspend financial assistance to Ukraine following the approval of law No.
13533.
On July 31, the Verkhovna Rada supported the bill in principle and as a whole, and shortly thereafter, President Zelensky signed the bill into law, marking a vital step in reforming anti-corruption institutions.
It is notable that the EU continues to back Ukraine financially, reflecting their trust and support for ongoing reforms.