Budanov: Fight against corruption - number one issue for Ukrainian society
Head of the President’s Office, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that the fight against corruption is the "number one issue" for Ukrainian society, and that final conclusions regarding the cases currently under investigation (Forrest Gump operation) can only be made after court decisions.
Kyrylo Budanov, the President's Office head, stated that fighting corruption is the top concern for Ukrainian society. The final verdicts on ongoing investigations, such as the Forrest Gump operation, can only come after legal decisions, Budanov explained in a national telethon interview. He noted that corruption scandals in Ukraine come in waves, but their public discussion highlights the presence of democratic mechanisms.
Budanov acknowledged the existence of problems, emphasizing the need to address them. Regarding the ongoing corruption cases, he stressed the importance of awaiting court decisions before making judgments. Budanov expressed confidence in Ukraine's judicial system, particularly the High Anti-Corruption Court, to handle these cases, stating that the HACC should manage them.
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