INTERNATIONAL LEGAL BASIS OF SECURITY COOPERATION OF UKRAINE: THEORETICAL AND PRACTICAL ASPECTS

Abstract

Introduction. The article analyzes the main approaches to the interpretation of the concept of "international treaty" and its legislative consolidation in the provisions of the Law of Ukraine "On International Treaties". It is established that since the moment of Ukraine's independence, bilateral agreements have been signed, in particular with NATO, aimed at cooperation in the field of security and defense within the framework of the "Partnership for Peace" program. It is noted that after the start of the full-scale invasion, Ukraine concluded a number of bilateral security agreements, the provisions of which provide for the cooperation of our state with Italy, Canada, Great Britain and Northern Ireland, France, Denmark and Germany. It is determined that the provisions of all these bilateral security agreements, which were concluded between Ukraine and Western partners in 2024, provide for the provision of assistance in various areas, supporting our state in the process of full-fledged protection and restoration of territorial integrity, economic reconstruction and counteraction to Russian aggression. In addition, France, Germany, Denmark and Canada have expressed their readiness to provide macroeconomic and military financial support to Ukraine.

Conclusion. The results of the analysis of bilateral security agreements between Ukraine, NATO and individual partner states have established the existence of a single and common aspiration of the international community to counter Russia's armed aggression, ensure peace and order both on the European continent and in the world as a whole. The conclusion of such agreements is a positive indicator for Ukraine in the field of international cooperation with foreign partners, and although these agreements require improvement, they serve as a basis for further formation of the international legal framework for security cooperation of Ukraine. In addition, Ukraine's active dialogue with foreign partners should ensure the unification of efforts to increase the defense capabilities of our state.