Press Releases from People First Foundation (24 total)
Democracy watch 2012, issue 12
As the weakened relationship with the EU reaches breaking point, Ukraine's regime blames local representative. With the media reduced to promotion only content, the cultural…
Democracy Watch 2011, issue 35
Insulated from the people the government is pursuing a corruption policy that has only increased the number of political prisoners and complicated visa regime process…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 26
20 years of Ukrainian Independence: progress or servitude?
Evaluating Ukraine’s 20 years of Independence, to be celebrated on the 24th of August, is a complex and…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 25
With International observers continually ringing alarm bells Ukraine’s government pushes through questionable reforms, as the Ukrainian people experience ever-worsening poverty.
Ukrainian reforms: for the people or…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 24
Ukraine’s political direction and business regulations are failing to attract investment, causing drops on nearly every international rating and lining the pockets of corporate raiders.…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 20
Social protest burns brighter in Ukraine
The popular will to protest against government activity has been seen to rise throughout 2010 and 2011, apparently unaffected…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 19
With Party of Regions focused on election law in the quest for power, an opposition member is commended in Europe. As Ukraine remains frozen on…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 18
With international finance on hold for Ukraine, observers stress the plight of the SME sector. As Verkhovna Rada’s duty to democracy is called into question,…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 17
As Ukraine steps towards authoritarianism the labour force walks out. With the media protesting against violations of their rights we ask the question: how long…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 16
Ukrainian economy stumbles towards a slow recovery
The first months of 2011 have shown signs of a slow recovery for the Ukrainian economy. Industrial production has…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 15
With Internet access ever on the rise Verkhovna Rada seeks to initiate dialogue with the people, whilst at the same time spreading accusations of foreign…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 14
Entrepreneurs on the roads and teachers on the streets, the government faces mass protest as well as allegations of apathy towards corruption. The Prosecutor…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 13
Entrepreneurs on the roads and teachers on the streets, the government faces mass protest as well as allegations of apathy towards corruption. The Prosecutor…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 12
With the opposition mute the authorities prepare to divvy-up the regions of Ukraine. As the conflict for favour between the EU and Russia heightens, rights…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 10
With Euro-2012 expenses threatening the already burdened economy, trade unions lobby for greater transparency in the markets. With the link between political authority and personal…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 9
Danger from within and without for Party of Regions as internal schisms and public opinion worsen. With new election law threatening the principles of European…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 8
Health service in Ukraine: inherent right or paid privilege?
According to Article 49 of the Constitution of Ukraine, every citizen is entitled to free healthcare, medical…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 7
International observers IMF and Venice Commission note Ukraine’s worsening economic problems and disregard for recommendations. Religious groups speak out against pressure whilst Verkhovna Rada’s practice…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 6
Despite rampant poverty and deteriorating protection of human rights the Ukrainian authorities seek acceptance in Washington and Brussels, of their guardianship of democracy and suitability…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 5
Educational reform in Ukraine: advanced quality or setting the scene for a student unrest, optimisation of budget costs or the demise of the future elite?
The…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 4
Ukrainian government makes claims about its obligations to the European Union whilst pulling tightly on Tymoshenko’s leash. With fight against corruption losing its strength the…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 3
The Ukrainian government and oligarchy seek to improve investment attractiveness and their reputation in the West, failing to appreciate the extent to which they are…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 2
Ukrainians take to the streets: celebrating unity on the day of national independence and demonstrating intentions to protect their economic rights. Meanwhile the government is…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 1
Historical quote of the week:
"The budget should be balanced, the Treasury should be refilled, public debt should be reduced, the arrogance of officialdom should…
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