In response to the 2022 full-scale Russian invasion, Ukraine imposed martial law, establishing 25 regional military administrations to govern during the conflict period. There are many considerations when transitioning from a military to a civilian administration when the time is right. PILPG has prepared the following material to support Ukrainian policymakers when the time comes to make this transition.
Legal Memoranda
PILPG has produced legal memoranda that offer in-depth legal analysis on the on the Ukraine context, as well as relevant past precedents on transitioning a government administration from conflict to peace.
PILPG has prepared a memorandum to support Ukraine’s preparation for transitioning from a military government administration to a civilian administration when the time is right. The document emphasizes the need for Ukraine to prepare for peace by developing strategies to reintegrate and reconstruct war-affected territories. It highlights the importance of addressing political, security, and social infrastructure, as well as rule of law, transitional justice, and development. Drawing on international case studies, the memorandum outlines the critical milestones and challenges in transitioning from conflict to peace, detailing applicable international frameworks and comparative state practices.
This comprehensive analysis, available in English and Ukrainian, serves as a guide for understanding Ukraine’s post-conflict phase, emphasizing the continuous nature of achieving peace and the multi-sectoral efforts required to rebuild the nation.
During the transition phase, post-conflict states face a number of challenges, which require the adoption of targeted policies aimed at strengthening the state’s democratic system and restoring full respect for the rule of law and human rights. Necessary interventions can be categorized as policies aimed at addressing political, security, social, and economic factors.
When the Russian war comes to an end, Ukraine will need to adopt comprehensive policies to re-establish peace and stability in the country and fully reintegrate the territories Russia occupied. To this end, PILPG has developed policy recommendations to address political, security, social, and economic challenges that may arise during this transition and facilitate Ukraine's path towards peace.
When the war comes to an end, Ukraine will need to take steps to re-establish peace and stability in the country and fully reintegrate the territories Russia occupied. To this end, PILPG has developed a planning document which outlines a sequencing of the policy efforts and initiatives that Ukraine will need to undertake to successfully transition from conflict to peace. The document builds upon a comparative state practice analysis of post-conflict transitions (PILPG'S Comparative State Practice Memorandum) and an overview of policy recommendations for securing a successful transition from conflict (PILPG's Policy Recommendations).