Ukraine curbs Anti-Corruption agencies’ autonomy to strengthen executive control

On July 23, Ukraine tightened restrictions on 2 Anti- corruption agencies as a part of government's reform drive. The Ukrainian govt recently rolled back their autonomy in favor of tighter executive control. Kyiv is attempting to eradicate endemic corruption to join EU and secure billions in Western aid. Independent investigators exposed senior officials with corruption allegations, causing embarrassment. Amendments passed on July 22, grant Ukraine's President-appointed prosecutor strict control over anti-corruption agencies. Hundreds of Ukrainians protested near presidential administration in central Kyiv on July 22 against the move