Since the beginning of the UDI reform, we have achieved positive results in developing an anti-corruption infrastructure. Over the past year, the public sector of the Ukrainian defense industry has laid the groundwork for a long-term anti-corruption policy. Basic anti-corruption compliance policies have been approved, corruption risks have been assessed, and channels for reporting violations, as well as regular training and proper information, have been introduced.

Implementing the anti-corruption policy is practical; all changes are taking place on the ground with the help of an effective network of anti-corruption officers’ subsidiaries.

This year, I plan to support the chosen course of building a culture of integrity and actively participate in implementing anti-corruption measures. To ensure the continuity of the development of the anti-corruption infrastructure at Ukroboronprom and its enterprises, I undertake to:

• Maintain transparency of the company's and enterprises' activities. This means providing public access to up-to-date information on the development of anti-corruption infrastructure.
• Adhere to the principles of ethical leadership. This includes training executives and managers in the ethical principles of leadership and management.
• I will promote the improvement of anti-corruption policy. This involves improving anti-corruption compliance policies and documents in line with the best international practices and standards.
• Promote the implementation of automation and information infrastructure projects. This involves improving the identification of corruption risks and responses to them.
• Ensure proper assessment of corruption risks. This involves facilitating the detailed verification, assessment, and monitoring of the company's and enterprises' internal processes.
• Deepen partnerships with the public sector. This involves actively cooperating with NGOs, professional associations, and international communities.
• Improve the protection of whistleblowers. This involves providing a support and protection system for individuals who report violations.

Ukraine's defense industry must be technologically advanced, competitive, and free from corruption. Only then will we bring Victory closer and become the Arsenal of the free world.

Oleh Huliak
Director General,
JSC Ukrainian Defense Industry