Anti-Corruption Convention

The Anti-Corruption Convention, formally known as the United Nations Convention against Corruption, is an international treaty aimed at combating corruption worldwide. Adopted in 2003, it promotes measures to prevent corruption, enhance law enforcement cooperation between countries, and ensure that public officials act ethically. The Convention encourages countries to adopt laws and practices to tackle bribery, money laundering, and the misuse of public resources. By fostering transparency and accountability, it seeks to create a fairer global environment for governance and economic development, benefiting societies by reducing corruption’s adverse effects on democracy and prosperity.