CORRUPTION AS AN IMPORTANT SOCIAL PROBLEM: STRATEGIC MEASURES TO FIGHT CORRUPTION IN UKRAINE

Abstract

It is determined that during the full-scale war, the corruption system that has existed in Ukraine for decades was able to adapt and quickly develop new niches, including those related to the war. The Great War did not become an impetus for a real fight against or minimization of corruption schemes. Under these conditions, corruption remains a serious factor that negatively affects most processes in the country (economic, social, political, legal, and other), and is an obstacle to NATO membership and state development. It is noted that over the past ten years, a number of anti-corruption laws have been adopted in Ukraine, which demonstrates the confident direction of the state to address this problem. However, their implementation is not sufficient to reduce the level of corruption in the country. To improve the state of anti-corruption measures, it is necessary to ensure the legitimacy of all branches of government, and comprehensive work in this area is important. It is proved that the fight against corruption is a long-term process that requires constant efforts and cooperation from all segments of society, but it is necessary to ensure a comprehensive approach to overcoming corruption. The author identifies the key elements, the introduction and implementation of which, in combination, will reduce corruption to a level that will not pose a serious threat to the State and society, in particular, have the potential to overcome this global phenomenon. In addition, the author outlines strategic measures to minimize corruption in Ukraine.