Регулювання міжнародної технічної допомоги в Україні: аналіз законодавства та практичні проблеми

This article analyzes the legal framework for international technical assistance (ITA) in Ukraine, with a focus on key regulatory acts, particularly the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated February 15, 2002, No. 153 «On the establishment of a unified system for engaging, using and monitoring international technical assistance.» The study examines in detail the specifics of the ITA project registration procedure, including the requirements for necessary documentation. The legal aspects of the taxation of ITA project implementers are analyzed, particularly the issue of value-added tax exemption. The mechanisms for reporting and control over the use of ITA are explored, including reporting requirements, audit and monitoring procedures. Special attention is paid to the analysis of problems arising in the process of ITA administration, such as the significant bureaucratic burden that hinders the effective implementation of projects. The study reveals the lack of unified documents for project registration, which leads to varying interpretations of requirements and complicates the application process. The absence of official translations of regulatory legal acts into English, which creates additional difficulties for international donors and implementers, is also noted. It has been found that some organizations implementing ITA projects do not have representative offices in Ukraine, which complicates communication and project administration. This leads to delays in project implementation, complicates control over the use of funds, and reduces the effectiveness of assistance. Data from the unified web portal of the executive authorities of Ukraine on international technical assistance are analyzed, including statistics on the largest donors to Ukraine (USA, EU) and the main sectors of funding (energy and nuclear safety, Ukraine’s recovery, public administration). The consequences of the US Agency for International Development (USAID) funding cuts, which led to the freezing of several projects in Ukraine, are explored. This highlights Ukraine’s dependence on international aid and the need to diversify funding sources. The prospects for improving the ITA regulatory system are identified, including the digitalization of registration and monitoring procedures, which will reduce bureaucratic procedures and increase process transparency. The introduction of a unified electronic database of projects, which will provide access to information on all ITA projects in Ukraine, is proposed. The expansion of coordination between authorities and donors is also suggested, which will increase the efficiency of ITA use and ensure that projects align with Ukraine’s development priorities.