'The court ruling is also controversial because four judges are under investigation by the NAZK for failing to properly declare assets in their declarations.''The ruling could impact reforms required under a $5 billion International Monetary Fund deal Zelenskiy's government secured in June to fight a sharp economic slowdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
But the IMF has held back tranches due to concerns over Ukraine's performance in tackling corruption and implementing reforms. Visa liberalization with the EU is also contingent on Ukraine fighting endemic corruption.
The court ruling is also controversial because four judges are under investigation by the NAZK for failing to properly declare assets in their declarations.
The four judges did not recuse themselves from the case, despite calls to do so from the government and anti-corruption campaigners.'
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Ukraine's Top Court Deals Critical Blow To Anti-Corruption Agency, October 28, 2020
Context(Ukraine) - 'Priority should be in judicial reform and refraining from attacks on anti-corruption institutions'