In response to the widespread protests that have engulfed Ukraine since the adoption of a contentious bill curbing the powers of two anti-corruption agencies, President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that his administration has taken note of public opposition and is now working on new legislative measures.

The initial passage of the law, which diminished the autonomy of both the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO), provoked significant unrest among Kyiv's European allies as well as within the country itself, marking one of the largest demonstrations since the Russian invasion.

Zelensky emphasized that his government had 'listened' to these concerns, indicating a willingness to engage in dialogue with critics.

Consequently, draft legislation has been submitted with the aim of reinstating the operational independence of NABU and SAPO.

Despite this effort, uncertainty remains regarding parliamentary approval, as Zelensky acknowledged that there should have been more extensive public engagement prior to the initial bill's enactment.

The President, however, reaffirmed his primary focus on addressing the ongoing war with Russia, deeming it the country’s most pressing issue.