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Kyiv, September 22, 2014.<\/strong><\/em> Corruption remains the biggest challenge to Ukraine\u2019s statehood and security, even in the midst of Russian occupation and aggression against the country. In addition, the Ukrainian government will need to do more to ensure freedom of press, and secure a free and fair upcoming parliamentary election. This was said at Ukraine Crisis Media Center by David Kramer, the president of Washington-based NGO Freedom House.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe issues of corruption, we think, are at the heart of the challenges that Ukraine faces,\u201d said Kramer. Corruption was one of the key reasons that so many people showed up on Maidan during the past year, and it was also a primary reason that Ukraine has been so vulnerable to Russian aggression. The key tests to Ukraine\u2019s resolve to build a modern democratic state come in the form of anti-corruption measures and protection for journalists, says Kramer.<\/p>\n

Ukraine needs to push forward with better anti-corruption measures, and pursue cases and investigations in a credible and non-arbitrary manner. \u201cJournalism is a key part of any democracy, and in Ukraine this is no different,\u201d he stated. Free journalism and anti-corruption come hand in hand, and Ukrainian authorities have not yet taken the necessary steps to protect journalists from intimidation and political violence.<\/p>\n

The upcoming parliamentary elections in October will become a major trial for Ukraine\u2019s determination to build a better country. It is important that the elections meet democratic standards, and are conducted freely and fairly. \u201cThere is a lot at stake and it is important the elections will be credible and conducted in a democratic fashion,\u201d said Kramer. All efforts should be made to ensure that as many people as possible partake in the elections, including in Crimea and the Donbas.<\/p>\n

On the whole, Kramer remains optimistic about democratic developments in Ukraine. \u201cThe push for a democratic, accountable government is a very positive change,\u201d he said. \u201cUkrainians want to see results, they want to see tangible change, and they have the right to demand this from their government.\u201d In order to accomplish this, the Ukrainian government must take a more pro-active role in fighting corruption, and ensuring all Ukrainians\u2019 political and social rights. In this respect establishing an Anti-Corruption Bureau is seen as right and important step.<\/p>\n

Freedom House is an independent watchdog organization dedicated to the expansion of freedom around the world. Today, as more than two billion people live under oppressive rule, Freedom House speaks out against the main threats to democracy and empowers citizens to exercise their fundamental rights.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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