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On December 17, 2024, UNIC Anti-Corruption Day was held in Kyiv—a large-scale event organized by the All-Ukrainian Network of Integrity and Compliance (UNIC). The event brought together leading experts, business representatives, government agencies, and international organizations to discuss key aspects of forming a sustainable reputation for business and the state in the context of Ukraine's European integration.

The Ukrainian Network of Integrity and Compliance (UNIC) co-organized the consultative seminar "On the Path to Integrity in Business Operations," held on December 18 in Kyiv.

During the second day of the Business Integrity Group (BIG) Meeting organized by the OECD, representatives of the UNIC Secretariat facilitated the session "The Role of Collective Action Initiatives, Businesses, and Business Associations in Promoting a Culture of Business Integrity." The session served as a platform for an interactive discussion of challenges and solutions aimed at building an effective dialogue between businesses and authorities.

The Ukrainian Network of Integrity and Compliance (UNIC) announces the selection of a Legal Adviser to provide expert and advocacy support for UNIC's GR activities in the area of reforming the liability of legal persons. This initiative aims to align Ukraine's legal framework with OECD standards and best international practices in this field and is implemented as part of the project “Business Integrity as a Foundation for Sound Recovery.”

UNIC has taken the lead in developing a model for independent compliance monitors to promote transparency, prevent violations, and ensure adherence to anti-corruption standards. During a working meeting with the National Agency for the Prevention of Corruption (NACP) and independent monitors from the USA and the UK, UNIC expressed its commitment to supporting the further development of this concept for implementation in Ukraine.

The UNIC delegation is participating in the Business Integrity Group (BIG) Meeting in Paris - an annual meeting organized by OECD.

The Ukrainian Network of Integrity and Compliance (UNIC) has submitted several amendments to Draft Law No. 11443, aimed at strengthening the liability of legal persons for corruption offenses involving foreign officials. The amendments have been sent to the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Law Enforcement for consideration during the revision of the draft for the second reading.