Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) has welcomed a new bill that restores its independence, a move seen as a significant step forward in the country’s fight against corruption. The bill, which was recently passed by the Ukrainian parliament, aims to strengthen the agency’s autonomy and ensure that it can operate without undue influence from external forces. According to NABU, the new legislation will enable the agency to effectively investigate and prosecute high-profile corruption cases, including those involving government officials and business leaders. The agency has been at the forefront of Ukraine’s anti-corruption efforts, and its independence is seen as crucial to the country’s ability to tackle the pervasive corruption that has long plagued its economy and politics. The new bill is also expected to improve the agency’s ability to cooperate with international partners, including the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the European Union (EU), which have been pressing Ukraine to strengthen its anti-corruption efforts. Ukraine has been struggling to combat corruption for years, and the lack of independence of its anti-graft agencies has been a major obstacle to progress. The country’s corruption problems have been exacerbated by the ongoing conflict with Russia, which has led to a significant increase in corruption and cronyism. The new bill is seen as a major victory for Ukraine’s anti-corruption activists, who have been pushing for greater independence for the country’s anti-graft agencies. The legislation is also expected to improve the business climate in Ukraine, which has been hindered by corruption and lack of transparency. The country’s business community has long complained about the high levels of corruption and bureaucracy, which have made it difficult to operate in the country. The new bill is seen as a significant step forward in addressing these concerns and creating a more favorable business environment. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has also welcomed the new bill, saying that it will help to strengthen the country’s anti-corruption efforts and improve its international reputation. The bill is expected to come into effect in the coming months, and it is seen as a major milestone in Ukraine’s efforts to combat corruption and improve its governance. The country’s anti-corruption efforts have been supported by the international community, including the EU and the IMF, which have provided significant funding and technical assistance to help Ukraine strengthen its anti-graft agencies. Despite the progress made, however, corruption remains a major challenge for Ukraine, and the country will need to continue to take significant steps to address the problem. The new bill is seen as a major step forward in this effort, and it is expected to have a significant impact on the country’s ability to combat corruption and improve its governance.