Ever since Ukraine first gained independence in 1991, each successive Ukrainian government has spoken of the need for fundamental reform. This has not always translated into concrete progress, but most observers agree the period following the 2014 Revolution of Dignity yielded more positive changes than the entire preceding 23 years. Post-2014 reforms have had a significant impact on everything from energy markets and monetary policy to agriculture and healthcare. Nevertheless, the transition from informal arrangements to institutional transparency remains far from complete.

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