Anti-Corruption Expertise in Ukrainian Public Administration: Conceptual Framework, Challenges, and Innovative Approaches

Abstract

The study of anti-corruption expertise in the public administration of Ukraine has identified key aspects that affect its effectiveness. The study determined that anti-corruption expertise is an important tool for ensuring transparency and accountability of public administration, helping to identify and prevent corruption risks arising from the discretionary powers of officials and ambiguity in the wording of legislative acts. The analysis of the legal framework has shown that the current legislation needs to be improved, especially in terms of clear procedures and public involvement in the review. The findings also point to the importance of introducing modern technologies, such as automated text analysis using artificial intelligence and the use of blockchain technologies to ensure transparency of processes. However, the study was not without its limitations. First, the integration of electronic tools with other state databases remains insufficient, which limits their effectiveness. Secondly, there are certain problems with access to up-to-date data and sources regarding the application of international standards of anti-corruption expertise in the Ukrainian context. These limitations have affected the completeness of the analysis and the ability to identify complex corruption schemes. Further research prospects in this area include several key areas. It is necessary to deepen the integration of electronic systems and develop methodologies that consider the specifics of Ukrainian legislation. Research in this area may include the development of new algorithms for analysing corruption-prone factors, the use of big data to identify complex corruption schemes, and the study of the effectiveness of implementing blockchain technologies in public administration. The prospect of further research includes the expansion of international cooperation, including the adaptation of the best international practices and standards to Ukrainian conditions, as well as joint projects with international organisations. This approach will help to raise the professional level of Ukrainian experts and improve the methodology of anti-corruption expertise. Another area worth addressing is the improvement of the participation of civil society in the anti-corruption review process. Further research could focus on developing new models of interaction between the public and government agencies, as well as on studying the effectiveness of electronic platforms for engaging the public in the review process. Therefore, the development of the anti-corruption expertise system in Ukraine should consider global innovation trends and national needs, which will contribute to the effective fight against corruption in public administration and strengthen trust in state institutions.