Functional Features of the Activities of the Main Institutions of State Power in Ukraine in Combating Corruption

Relevance of the article lies in the fact that one of the key tasks of the state is to ensure the protection of the rights and interests of citizens that may be violated due to corrupt activities. Combating corruption is not only a public demand but also a crucial prerequisite for the stable functioning of state institutions, especially under the legal regime of martial law in Ukraine, which affectsthe operation of government bodies, including their ability to effectively counteract corruption. Studying the functional features of the activities of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of power, as well as the President of Ukraine, in this context is critically important for ensuring public trust and preserving the institutional capacity of the state. Analyzing the administrative and legal status of these entities will contribute to improving their cooperation with the public, thereby strengthening public trust and encouraging citizens to seek protection of their rights from relevant institutions. This issue becomes particularly significant during wartime, when access to public services is complicated, and corruption can become one of the factors undermining the country’s defense capability and the effective allocation of resources. At the same time, the impact of non-legal factorssuch as economic instability, political pressure, and limited financial resources exacerbates the risks of spreading corrupt practices. Under martial law, the effectiveness of government institutions largely depends on their ability to respond promptly to challenges while maintaining high levels of transparency and accountability. The legal status of each entity has been examined in the context of its role in the anti-corruption system, particularly under the legal regime of martial law. It has been established that the activities of state institutions are carried out at both the national and regional or local levels, which helps shape a balanced anti-corruption policy that considers specific regional circumstances.

At the same time, the study revealed a low level of interaction between different branches of power and the President in matters of combating corruption. This reduces the overall effectiveness of anti-corruption policy, causing duplication of powers in areas such as policy making and investigations. In the context of martial law, the issue of coordination becomes even more pressing due to the need for rapid decision-making and the allocation of limited resources. The lack of effective mechanisms to encourage joint activities among government institutions creates additional obstacles to achieving the goals of reducing corruption levels.The conclusions emphasize that solving these problems is possible only through improving the coordination between government institutions, enhancing their functional responsibilities, and creating mechanisms to encourage cooperation. Additionally, it is necessary to adapt anti-corruption measures to the conditions of martial law, which will ensure the efficiency of institutions even under significant external and internal pressures.

In 2025, the fight against corruption remains a priority for all state authorities in Ukraine, as a high level of corruption undermines public trust in institutions and hinders economic development. Effective coordination between government institutions helps eliminate duplication of functions, increases transparency in decision-making, and minimizes the risks of corrupt practices. Insufficient interaction between law enforcement agencies, anti-corruption bodies, and the judiciary may lead to impunity for corrupt officials and reduce the effectiveness of reform implementation. In the context of increasing digitalization of public administration, coordinated anti-corruption measures will enable the implementation of modern monitoring technologies, preventing fraud and inefficient use of budget funds.

Corruption is a significant obstacle to obtaining international financial assistance, so coordinated efforts by government bodies will help ensure compliance with anti-corruption commitments to international partners. Strengthening interagency cooperation will allow for more effective investigation of corruption crimes, prosecution of offenders, and an increased level of inevitability of punishment. Coordinated actions between government bodies will contribute to the implementation of the national anti-corruption strategy, which is a necessary condition for the country’s sustainable development. Interaction between state institutions will help create an effective system for preventing conflicts of interest among officials, thereby reducing corruption risks.

The coordinated activities of state institutions will contribute to improving mechanisms of public oversight, which, in turn, will strengthen government accountability to society. An anticorruption policy based on joint actions by state authorities will ensure more efficient use of public resources and enhance the country’s economic security. The lack of proper coordination between government structures may lead to ineffective anti-corruption investigations and a decrease in the number of actual convictions in corruption cases. To enhance the efficiency of public administration, it is necessary to introduce a unified anti-corruption information system that will facilitate data exchange between government bodies and enable timely responses to corruption threats. 

Coordinated actions by government bodies will help reduce corruption levels in the field of public procurement, which is one of the key sources of misused budget funds. Strengthening interagency interaction will allow for more effective anti-corruption efforts at the regional level, ensuring equal access to administrative services for citizens. Joint efforts by state authorities in the field of anti-corruption policy will contribute to fostering a culture of integrity among civil servants and reducing society’s tolerance for corruption.