StAR Initiative

The StAR (Stolen Asset Recovery) Initiative is a global effort to help countries recover assets that have been illegally taken or hidden, often through corruption or criminal activities. It provides technical assistance, guidance, and support to improve legal processes, enhance transparency, and strengthen institutions so that stolen money can be traced, frozen, and returned to the rightful owners or nations. By promoting international cooperation and effective legal frameworks, the StAR Initiative aims to combat corruption, promote good governance, and ensure that illicitly obtained assets are not lost but used for public benefit.