The European Solidarity faction within Ukraine’s parliament has raised concerns about the requirement for the winner of the competition for the position of head of the Bureau of Economic Security (BES), Oleksandr Tsyvynsky, to undergo a polygraph test. They view this requirement as legal nihilism and are pushing for his immediate appointment to the position.
The faction argues that the polygraph test could undermine Ukraine’s efforts to reform its economic security apparatus and may lead to accusations from the European Union that the country is not fulfilling its commitments. This is a critical issue as Ukraine seeks to align its governance structures with EU standards and prepare for potential membership.
The European Solidarity’s call for immediate action reflects broader political tensions within Ukraine as different factions vie for influence over the country’s reform agenda. The debate over Tsyvynsky’s appointment underscores the delicate balance between internal political dynamics and external pressures from international partners such as the EU.