“This initiative falls within the efforts of the Italian Government to pursue the objectives set out in the Memorandum of Understanding to promote fundamental reforms and accompany Ukraine on a prospective path to European Union accession. With this funding, Italian Cooperation confirms its concrete and tangible commitment to supporting the country in its transition towards a more transparent, efficient, and law-abiding public governance,” Pipi concluded.
During the conference, Kessler outlined European practices in combating corruption, sharing reflections on the history of the phenomenon in Ukraine and emphasizing the strong counteraction activities exerted today by independent associations, civil society, and journalists.
“International solidarity in times of conflict is vital – he explained – especially now that large flows of funding are arriving and must be used with the utmost transparency. In this sense, Italy can play a key role through its participation in international institutions.”
Last but not least, attention was devoted to aspects related to the impact of corruption on gender issues and the need to carefully monitor potential sextortion phenomena. Preventing such abusive practices, especially in fragile contexts, requires joint commitment and constant vigilance, especially within international organizations and networks.
