Institutional Trust: Ukrainians Assess Customs, BEB, and International Partners
A fresh survey reveals high public confidence in security forces, while fiscal and judicial institutions continue to face significant skepticism.
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Key points
- The State Emergency Service and National Guard remain the most trusted institutions.
- Low trust in Customs and the judiciary remains a hurdle for economic reforms.
- Public expectations for EU membership have shifted to a 5–10 year horizon.
According to a survey by the Rating Group conducted for the EU Advisory Mission (EUAM), Ukrainian society maintains a high level of trust in emergency services and military formations. The State Emergency Service leads with 96%, followed by the National Guard (83%) and the Security Service of Ukraine (73%). Conversely, institutions directly impacting the business environment and economic security show much lower approval ratings.
Economic and Law Enforcement Sector
The situation with fiscal and anti-corruption bodies remains complex. The National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) is trusted by 53% of respondents. However, the Bureau of Economic Security (BEB) holds a 42% trust level, while the State Customs Service received only 39% support against 55% distrust. The lowest scores were recorded for the judiciary (27%) and the Prosecutor General's Office (19%).
International Support and EU Integration
Among international partners, the European Union (59%) and the International Monetary Fund (56%) enjoy the most trust. Notably, trust in NATO has declined to 44%, with distrust rising to 50%. Despite this, 63% of Ukrainians believe the country can implement the reforms necessary for EU accession. However, expectations regarding the timeline have become more realistic: 32% now predict joining the bloc in 5–10 years.
Reform Priorities
Anti-corruption efforts remain the top priority for 78% of respondents. At the same time, 74% believe the government's current efforts in this area are insufficient. Dissatisfaction with the progress of judicial and prosecutorial reforms is also high, reaching 71%.
Source Інтерфакс-Україна: загальні — interfax.com.ua/news/general/1235577.html ↗
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