Keywords
legal system
implementation of international norms
integration
harmonization
European integration processes
national legislation
digitalization
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Abstract
The article is devoted to the analysis of the influence of international standards on the development of national legislation, in particular the mechanisms of their implementation, the problems of harmonization of legal norms and ways of improving the legislative system of Ukraine in accordance with international obligations. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of the mechanisms of implementation of international standards into national legislation, the problems of harmonization of Ukrainian law with international norms and ways of increasing the efficiency of the legislative process in the context of international obligations. The purpose of the study is to determine the influence of international standards on the formation and development of national legislation and to suggest ways of increasing the efficiency of their implementation in Ukraine. In the course of the scientific research, general scientific methods of cognition were used, in particular: analysis and synthesis; comparative law; the method of abstraction and generalization; logical and systemic methods for forming conclusions and proposals for improving the legal system. The results of the study show that international standards play a key role in the development of national legislation, contributing to the harmonization of legal norms with international requirements, but the process of their implementation is often complicated by legislative conflicts, insufficient legal culture, and administrative barriers. Effective adaptation of international norms requires a systematic approach, modernization of legislative techniques and active participation of civil society institutions. The concept and classification of international standards in the field of law are considered. The mechanisms for implementing international norms into domestic legislation are substantiated. The role in harmonizing national legal systems and integration into the international legal environment is studied. The main mechanisms of the influence of international norms and principles on the formation of national legislation are determined. The forms and stages of implementing international treaties, conventions and recommendations into domestic law are studied. Barriers to the implementation of international norms into national legislation are systematized. Ways of improving the legislative process are proposed in order to more effectively take into account international standards in the national legal system.
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