Public Procurement in Ukraine: Corruption Risks Under Martial Law
Public Procurement in Ukraine: Corruption Risks Under Martial Law
Author(s): Mykola Gnatiuk, Oleksandr VeherzhynskyiSubject(s): Politics, Economic policy, Security and defense, Public Finances, Corruption - Transparency - Anti-Corruption, Russian Aggression against Ukraine, Russian war against Ukraine
Published by: Международное философско-космологическое общество
Keywords: public procurement; European integration; public policy in Ukraine; reforms; legal and policy gaps;
Summary/Abstract: This article examines the corruption risks inherent in the public procurement system in Ukraine, particularly under the conditions of martial law. The study delves into the dual nature of these risks: those stemming from legislative imperfections and those arising from the actions of market participants. Despite significant reforms since 2014 aimed at aligning Ukraine’s public procurement system with European standards, the onset of martial law in February 2022 has introduced challenges that compromise transparency and openness. The article identifies specific legal and administrative gaps, such as the complexities of VAT regulations and the discriminatory practices related to the localization of goods, which have been exacerbated by the current wartime context.
Journal: Ukrainian Policymaker
- Issue Year: 14/2024
- Issue No: 14
- Page Range: 39-50
- Page Count: 12
- Language: English
