Abstract. The informational reference summarises the issues of regulatory and strategic support for chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) security in certain member states of the European Union (Finland, Germany, and France). It analyses the features of the legal regulation of CBRN security, as well as approaches to the development of state policy in this area. It also outlines key models of CBRN security organisation, their institutional features, and the possibilities for their application in Ukraine.

Key words: chemical safety, biological safety, radiation safety, nuclear safety, CBRN safety.

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04/2026

Abstract. The informational reference examines the issue of improving legislation in the field of border security, simplifying border and customs procedures, and implementing recommendations provided by the European Union within the framework of the project “EU Support for Strengthening Integrated Border Management in Ukraine” (EU4IBM). It also addresses the implementation of the EU acquis and the alignment of border control procedures in Ukraine with EU standards in the context of the Draft Law of Ukraine (No. 15118 dated 31 March 2026).

The compliance of the proposed amendments with the current legislation of Ukraine, in particular in the field of state border protection, as well as with the requirements of legislative drafting techniques, was analysed, and their potential risks were identified.

Key words: state border protection, border control, border and customs procedures, state policy in the field of integrated state border management, border security, checkpoints, State Border Service of Ukraine.

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04/2026

Abstract. The informational reference examines the EU core acquis in the field of national security and law and order, as well as mandatory regulations and directives in areas such as: counter-terrorism, organized crime, cybersecurity, data protection, anti-corruption policy, and law enforcement cooperation. It summarizes the vectors for improving legislation provided for by the Rule of Law Roadmap, outlines areas for synchronizing parliamentary work with government initiatives, and identifies implementation risks.

Key words: national security, law order, EU acts, core acquis, Roadmap on the rule of law, implementation.

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12/2025

Abstract. The informational reference examines the organizational and legal principles and mechanisms for developing public-private cooperation in the field of cybersecurity in the context of the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 14150, dated 24.10.2025).

The draft law is considered to comply with the norms of the Constitution of Ukraine, the fundamental principles of law-making and the technique of normative drafting, and the provisions of the current legislation of Ukraine that regulate public relations in the field of ensuring national security, in particular the implementation of public-private partnerships on cybersecurity issues.

The results of the research identified risks that will prevent the proper implementation of the bill during law enforcement activities and the achievement of the goal proclaimed therein of legislative support for public-private interaction in the field of cybersecurity.

Key words: national cybersecurity system, cyber defence, cyber threat, cyberspace, public-private interaction, cyber diplomacy.

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11/2025

Abstract. The informational reference analyzes the status of implementation of measures provided for by the recommendations of the European Commission in the progress reports of Ukraine within the framework of the European Union Enlargement Package, the Roadmap on the Rule of Law, which are aimed at strengthening the capabilities of the Security Service of Ukraine. The prospects for legislative support for the development of the Security Service of Ukraine as a modern European special service, deprived of atypical functions for it, and the introduction of restrictions in the sphere of its law enforcement powers are outlined.

Key words: Security Service of Ukraine, special service, counterintelligence, counterterrorism, cybersecurity, protection of state secrets, European Commission Report on Ukraine's progress within the framework of the European Union Enlargement Package, Roadmap on the rule of law.

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12/2025

Abstract. The informational reference analyses the key approaches of the European Union to countering hybrid threats and strengthening collective resilience in the security sector. It analyses the regulatory and institutional mechanisms of the European Union, including strategic documents, coordination tools and response mechanisms. It focuses on the adaptation of these approaches in Ukraine to form a comprehensive system for countering hybrid threats.

Key words: hybrid threats, cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, disinformation, strategic communications, hybrid operations.

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11/2025

Abstract. The informational reference analyzes the priorities of the common European policy in the military and defense spheres, identifies the strategic principles of strengthening the European defense system in the context of Russian military aggression through the development and implementation of new mechanisms and modern programs for financing the production of military equipment, weapons and ammunition. The content of the strategic legislative initiatives of the European Union dedicated to strengthening defense and its financing mechanisms, approved during 2024-2025, is disclosed.

Key words: European defense policy, the common European defense industry market, defense sector, defense industrial potential, defense procurement, investments, military mobility, defense readiness system, defense products, defense financing, support for Ukraine.

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11/2025

Abstract. The informational reference examines the organizational and legal principles of involving and participating in joint efforts with state bodies to counter destructive activities in cyberspace. These issues are examined in the context of the proposals provided for in the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 13592, dated 01.08.2025).

The draft law is considered to be in compliance with the norms of the Constitution of Ukraine, the fundamental principles of law-making and the technique of normative drafting, acts of the European Union, the provisions of the current legislation of Ukraine regulating public relations in the field of ensuring national security, in particular the implementation of public-private partnerships on cybersecurity issues.

The results of the study revealed risks that will impede the proper implementation of the draft law during law enforcement activities and the achievement of the goal declared therein, aimed at legislatively ensuring interaction between state bodies and the public in responding to threats in cyberspace, and the introduction of an effective cyber resilience system at the national level.

Key words: national security, ensuring cybersecurity, cybersecurity incidents, cyberspace, public-private partnership, countering cyber threats, cybersecurity specialists, deterring destructive activity in cyberspace.

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09/2025

Abstract. The informational reference considers the issue of improving the principles of domestic policy in the areas of national security and defense in the context of draft Law of Ukraine (No. 13610, dated 07.08.2025).

Key words: national security, state security, domestic policy, security and defense sector, democratic civilian control.

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08/2025

Abstract. The informational reference provides a general description of: the legal framework for the effectiveness of border control and integrated management of external borders in the European Union countries (trends of recent years); Ukraine’s obligations under the Association Agreement between Ukraine, on the one side, and the European Union, the European Atomic Energy Community and their Member States, from another  side; the main results of Ukraine’s progress in the areas of efficiency and strengthening of border control, which is a component of the 24-th negotiating chapter "Justice, Freedom and Security".

Key words: border control, integrated state border management, ensuring border security, cross-border criminal activity, border infrastructure, state border crossing points, negotiation process, recommendations of the European Commission, European Union law, European integration, implementation.

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05/2025