This document discusses trends in Ukraine after the 2010 presidential election and makes recommendations for democracy assistance. It notes that political stability is seen as essential for democracy consolidation but that the country's stability remains fragile. It also finds that the separation of powers has been undermined and space for media and NGOs is shrinking. The document recommends supporting civil society development through enabling environments, partnerships, and democracy education. It also calls for assisting independent media and political parties while maintaining a focus on human rights.

1. Ukraine after the Presidential Election 2010: What democracy assistance is needed?Inna PidluskaFor FRIDE RoundtableAssessing Democracy Assistance: The Case of Ukraine14 October 2010 Kyiv, Ukraine

2. Ukraine 2010 and beyond: key trendspolitical stability seen as essential condition for consolidation of democracy relative stability is fragile, as the underlying systemic causes of the instability have not been addressed clear separation of powers is missing proper system of checks and balances between and within the executive, legislative and judicial branches destroyed monopolisation of power by a single political force undermines democratic developmentlegitimacy is replaced with legality

3. Ukraine 2010 and beyond: key trends by sectorspace for freedom is shrinking

4. media and NGOs apprehensive of pressure and put on self-restrictions

5. imitation of engagement and participation is on the rise

6. new NGO law still not approved; legal environment remains NGO-unfriendly and prevents their institutional growth

7. political parties, the parliament and local self-governance see their roles reduced

8. a political reversal can undermine reform and confidence in other ex-Soviet statesThe functioning of democratic institutions in Ukraine: PACE resolution 1755 (5/10/2010) The fulfillment of accession commitments entails the implementation of a series of far-reaching and complex reforms, which will have a deep impact on Ukrainian societyThe successful implementation of these reforms is therefore only possible if they are based on wide political consensus and public supportThis, in turn, is only possible if respect for parliamentary procedures and democratic principles is strictly observed Hasty manner in which the authorities are implementing these reforms could negatively affect respect for proper democratic principles and, ultimately, the quality of the reforms themselves

9. Civil Society 2010: What change has (not) occurred?How can democracy aid support the sustainable development of civil society in Ukraine?

10. New patterns of CSOs – Government – Business relations