Interaction between Administrative Institutions, Administrative and Legal Norms of the Catholic Church, and Philosophical Doctrines in the Context of Bilateral Relations between Poland and Ukraine

The article is devoted to the analysis of the interaction between the Catholic Church, administrative law, and philosophy in the historical and contemporary contexts of Poland and Ukraine. It examines the influence of the Catholic Church on the formation of the legal systems of both countries, in particular on the development of administrative practices, moral and ethical principles, and legal institutions. It considers the role of the Catholic Church as an important institution that not only exercised religious leadership but also actively influenced politics and administrative management, particularly during the period of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. Particular attention is paid to the interaction between the Catholic and Orthodox worlds, as well as between religious and secular institutions in the context of Polish-Ukrainian cooperation. Key aspects of the development of administrative law in Poland and Ukraine are studied in the context of philosophical and legal principles, in particular the ideas of natural law, which gained popularity in Europe during the Enlightenment. Of particular importance is the study of the historical context in which the Catholic Church was an important political and legal actor, providing spiritual and legal support to the Polish authorities and actively influencing administrative processes in Ukraine. The authors also address the issue of the current state of interaction between the church and the law in both countries, particularly in the context of the European integration of Poland and Ukraine. Analyzing the role of the Catholic Church in the context of inter-state relations between Poland and Ukraine, the article emphasizes its importance as a mediator in peace-making processes, as well as an institution that helped maintain political stability and law and order within both states. Particular attention is paid to the development of legal culture in both countries as a result of this interaction, as well as the challenges facing contemporary law in the light of secularization and globalization. The article makes a significant contribution to understanding the role of religious institutions in the legal and political life of Poland and Ukraine, considering their influence on administrative reforms and inter-state relations.