A bill has been introduced in Ukraine to combat corruption in the timber market and create transparent conditions

A new bill, No. 13227, “On the Timber Market,” has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine. Its main goal is to combat corruption, which is rampant in the timber trade. The bill aims to create transparent and open mechanisms for regulating this market, ensuring a level playing field for all participants.

One of the main problems with the current system is the conclusion of direct timber purchase and sale agreements that contain corrupt elements. The bill proposes to end this practice and protect the interests of the state and society from abuses that arise as a result of non-transparent activities. This is an important step towards creating a truly competitive market that takes public interests into account.

Key proposals of the draft law

The draft law provides for several important innovations that are expected to change the timber market in Ukraine. One of the key elements is the introduction of mandatory reporting and disclosure of information on the volumes, sale prices, and buyers of timber and timber products. All data must be open to the public, which will allow for monitoring the activities of market participants and preventing corruption schemes.

In addition, the draft law recognizes timber as an important natural resource that is national property. This approach emphasizes the importance of conservation and rational use of forest resources for the country. This is important not only for the ecological balance, but also for the economic development of the state.

One of the biggest challenges at the present stage is ensuring transparency and publicity in the timber trade. Draft law No. 13227 stipulates that all information on this issue must be available to the public. This is important not only for increasing trust in state institutions, but also for real control by society.

The introduction of such measures could significantly reduce the risk of corruption schemes and increase the efficient use of natural resources. Openness and accessibility of information will make it possible to control illegal activities and avoid situations where land resources are used for the benefit of individual groups rather than for the common good.

Ultimately, the draft law aims to create a modern and efficient timber market that can ensure stable development and preserve Ukraine's natural resources for future generations. Its implementation will be an important step towards serious changes in state policy in the field of natural resource use.