According to Oleksandr Haidu, Chairman of the Agrarian and Land Policy Committee, the bill is critical for Ukraine's negotiations in Chapter 12 (Food Safety, Veterinary and Phytosanitary Policy) and Chapter 28 (Consumer and Health Protection) of the EU accession process.
What the Bill Includes
The draft law introduces a range of reforms to modernize the veterinary sector:
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Digital registration of veterinary drugs and animal feed
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Implementation of pharmacovigilance systems for monitoring drug side effects
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Establishment of bilingual state registers (Ukrainian and English)
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A clear division of responsibilities among oversight agencies
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Transitional periods to allow businesses time to adapt to the new regulations
Benefits for All Stakeholders
This reform is expected to deliver wide-ranging benefits:
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For the state: Enhanced control mechanisms and alignment with EU practices
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For producers and farmers: Streamlined regulations and digitalized processes
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For consumers: Safer animal products and better transparency
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For the EU: Assurance of standards compliance from an emerging trade partner
Oleksandr Haidu emphasized that the bill sends a strong message to Ukraine’s European partners: "Ukraine is serious about meeting EU standards and accelerating its integration into the common market."
The bill will now proceed to further readings and refinements before final adoption.
