Lobbying and emerging risks to integrity: Revolving doors and expert groups a...OECD Governance
Presentation by Mark Perera, Lead Researcher, Transparency International EU Office, during the Seminar on Integrity in Lobbying at OECD Integrity Week 2014. Further information is available at http://www.oecd.org/cleangovbiz/oecd-integrity-week-2014.htm.
Examining the Links between Corruption and Organised Crime
Objectives and context of the study
•Methodology of the study
•Organised crime and corruption
•Country clusters
•Institutional aspects
•Policy recommendations
The document provides an overview of anti-corruption efforts in Italy. It notes that while Italy has traditionally focused on enforcement, a new 2012 law aims to establish a more balanced preventative approach. However, perception surveys still show widespread belief that corruption is common in Italy. The document also discusses issues like the fragmented legal framework and capacity challenges in fully implementing new policies.
Research posters - 2017 OECD Global Anti-Corruption & Integrity ForumOECD Governance
This poster discusses offsets in public sector procurement and the potential for corruption. Offsets are commercial commitments made by foreign suppliers to purchase goods or services from the importing country as a condition for being awarded a major contract. While intended to promote economic development and trade balance, offsets lack transparency and can enable corruption. The poster finds that a small number of countries account for the vast majority of the $500 billion global offset market, creating incentives to bribe. It proposes solutions like increased transparency rules and industry standards to curb corruption risks while preserving offsets' economic goals.
This presentation by Leah Ambler outlines some of the highlights from the OECD Foreign Bribery Report released in Paris on 2 December 2014.
Download the report at http://bit.ly/1rNWj1G
Find the webcast and launch event at http://oe.cd/LS
The document discusses the implementation of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention and lessons that can be applied to implementing UNCAC Article 16. It provides an overview of the convention and the OECD Working Group on Bribery's four-phase peer review process to monitor implementation. It then examines some key cross-cutting challenges in enforcement, international cooperation, and addressing corporate liability and settlements, and offers solutions used by the OECD like bi-annual law enforcement meetings and regional anti-corruption programs. It concludes with some statistics on investigations, sanctions, and fines resulting from implementation of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention from 1999 to 2014.
Presentation mr A Kemps Netherlands Helsinki Committee Bratislava 29th Oct...Adri Kemps
This document summarizes a presentation on preventing abuse of non-profit organizations (NPOs) for financing terrorism. It discusses the importance of NPO accountability and independence from governments. Effective oversight requires risk-based proportional measures and respect for civil society. Self-regulation through codes of conduct and independent third-party monitoring is emphasized over direct state regulation. Financial institutions should not restrict legitimate NPO activities, and states should facilitate rather than limit civil society. Overall independent self-regulation can strengthen transparency while protecting NPO operations.
Safeguarding the Public Interest, Impartiality, and Fairness in Public Decision-Making: Lessons Learnt from Implementing the OECD Recommendation on Lobbying. More information available at http://www.oecd.org/gov/ethics/lobbying-safeguarding-public-interest.htm
Lobbying and emerging risks to integrity: Revolving doors and expert groups a...OECD Governance
Presentation by Mark Perera, Lead Researcher, Transparency International EU Office, during the Seminar on Integrity in Lobbying at OECD Integrity Week 2014. Further information is available at http://www.oecd.org/cleangovbiz/oecd-integrity-week-2014.htm.
Examining the Links between Corruption and Organised Crime
Objectives and context of the study
•Methodology of the study
•Organised crime and corruption
•Country clusters
•Institutional aspects
•Policy recommendations
The document provides an overview of anti-corruption efforts in Italy. It notes that while Italy has traditionally focused on enforcement, a new 2012 law aims to establish a more balanced preventative approach. However, perception surveys still show widespread belief that corruption is common in Italy. The document also discusses issues like the fragmented legal framework and capacity challenges in fully implementing new policies.
Research posters - 2017 OECD Global Anti-Corruption & Integrity ForumOECD Governance
This poster discusses offsets in public sector procurement and the potential for corruption. Offsets are commercial commitments made by foreign suppliers to purchase goods or services from the importing country as a condition for being awarded a major contract. While intended to promote economic development and trade balance, offsets lack transparency and can enable corruption. The poster finds that a small number of countries account for the vast majority of the $500 billion global offset market, creating incentives to bribe. It proposes solutions like increased transparency rules and industry standards to curb corruption risks while preserving offsets' economic goals.
This presentation by Leah Ambler outlines some of the highlights from the OECD Foreign Bribery Report released in Paris on 2 December 2014.
Download the report at http://bit.ly/1rNWj1G
Find the webcast and launch event at http://oe.cd/LS
The document discusses the implementation of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention and lessons that can be applied to implementing UNCAC Article 16. It provides an overview of the convention and the OECD Working Group on Bribery's four-phase peer review process to monitor implementation. It then examines some key cross-cutting challenges in enforcement, international cooperation, and addressing corporate liability and settlements, and offers solutions used by the OECD like bi-annual law enforcement meetings and regional anti-corruption programs. It concludes with some statistics on investigations, sanctions, and fines resulting from implementation of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention from 1999 to 2014.
Presentation mr A Kemps Netherlands Helsinki Committee Bratislava 29th Oct...Adri Kemps
This document summarizes a presentation on preventing abuse of non-profit organizations (NPOs) for financing terrorism. It discusses the importance of NPO accountability and independence from governments. Effective oversight requires risk-based proportional measures and respect for civil society. Self-regulation through codes of conduct and independent third-party monitoring is emphasized over direct state regulation. Financial institutions should not restrict legitimate NPO activities, and states should facilitate rather than limit civil society. Overall independent self-regulation can strengthen transparency while protecting NPO operations.
Safeguarding the Public Interest, Impartiality, and Fairness in Public Decision-Making: Lessons Learnt from Implementing the OECD Recommendation on Lobbying. More information available at http://www.oecd.org/gov/ethics/lobbying-safeguarding-public-interest.htm
This presentation on corporate liability for corruption and economic crimes was made by Brooks Hickman, Anti-Corruption Analyst for the OECD Anti-Corruption Division, at the 2017 OECD Global Anti-Corruption and Integrity Forum on 30 March 2017.
More information about corporate liablity for corruption is available at http://www.oecd.org/corruption/Liability-of-Legal-Persons-for-Foreign-Bribery-Stocktaking-Report.htm
More information about the fight against corruption at the OECD is available at http://www.oecd.org/corruption/
12/12/2017 - This presentation by France Chain provides highlights from an OECD study on The Detection of Foreign Bribery which was launched on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention.
The first step in enforcing foreign bribery and related offences is effective detection. This study looks at common sources of detection in foreign bribery cases, untapped sources which are under or not utilised in foreign bribery investigations, and ways in which these methods of detection may be enhanced. Find out more at http://www.oecd.org/corruption/the-detection-of-foreign-bribery.htm
Giulia Mugellini, Law School, University of St. Gallen (Switzerland)Geneva Declaration
"Engaging the private sector for armed violence reduction and prevention (AVRP) and development"
Regional Review Conference on the Geneva Declaration on Armed Violence and Development
Geneva, Switzerland | 8-9 July 2014
1) The document discusses a citizen-driven initiative called Advocacy and Assistance Centers (AACs) in Armenia that aim to foster transparency and accountability in partnership with the public sector by providing free legal assistance to victims of corruption.
2) The AACs have assisted over 3,700 citizens since inception, handled 863 corruption cases, and identified over 100 procedural inefficiencies.
3) Key to the AACs' success is maintaining independence while partnering with government at all levels to advance reforms, creating a win-win situation for civil society and authorities.
This presentation on public and private initiatives in whistleblower protection was made by Leah Ambler of the OECD Anti-Bribery Division at the Conference of States Parties to the UN Convention against Corruption in St Petersburg on 2-6 November 2015. Find out more atwww.oecd.org/corruption/whistleblower-protection.htm
1) The document discusses Advocacy and Assistance Centers (AACs) in Armenia, which are NGO-operated public complaint offices that provide free legal assistance to victims of corruption.
2) The AACs have assisted over 3,700 citizens, handled 863 corruption cases, and referred 133 cases to court. They have also identified 100 procedural inefficiencies leading to corruption.
3) Beyond assisting individuals, the AACs work with the government to address systemic issues and promote anti-corruption reforms, demonstrating that civil society and government partnerships can have mutual benefits in transparency and accountability.
OECD, 2nd Task Force Meeting on Charting Illicit Trade - Janos BertokOECD Governance
1. Trafficking in persons is a growing problem, generating $32 billion in illicit profits annually with over 20 million victims of forced labor globally. However, enforcement efforts remain limited with under 7,000 prosecutions and 4,000 convictions worldwide in 2011.
2. There is a strong link between corruption and trafficking in persons, as countries with high levels of perceived corruption also tend to make the least effort fighting trafficking.
3. To address this connection, the document recommends 1) promoting international cooperation against corruption and trafficking, 2) jointly investigating these issues with a focus on at-risk sectors, and 3) establishing transparency and integrity frameworks for at-risk public officials.
Latvia has developed a new anti-corruption program for 2015-2020 with 5 sub-objectives and 112 tasks to address widespread corruption. The program aims to ensure ethical public administration, create independent oversight of finances, reduce tolerance of corruption, ensure penalties for abuses of power, and limit money's influence in politics. Effective anti-corruption strategies require coordination between government agencies and civil society to design and enforce implementation measures.
The document outlines a proposed electoral reform agenda put forward by the Ateneo School of Government (ASoG) through its PODER program. The agenda aims to address issues like political dynasties, political party development, youth participation, and ensuring free and fair elections. It discusses past reform efforts like the 2002 and 2007 Electoral Reform Summits. The proposed agenda also touches on constitutional reforms, broadening citizen participation, and democratic institution building. It emphasizes that meaningful reform relies on mobilizing citizens and exercising people power.
Institutional Sources of Corruption in the Case of ArmeniaCRRC-Armenia
This document analyzes the relationship between perceptions of corruption in Armenia and three institutional sources: formal rules, informal rules, and enforcement mechanisms. Statistical models show perceptions of enforcement mechanisms and informal rules significantly correlate with perceived corruption, but not formal rules. Higher education levels also correlate with higher perceived corruption. The document recommends reforms like transparency laws and judicial reforms to strengthen enforcement mechanisms to reduce corruption by impacting informal norms.
This document summarizes lobbying regulation in Mexico. It outlines the current rules governing lobbying activities in the House of Representatives and Senate. Recent modifications were made in 2013 during debate over fiscal reform, increasing restrictions and oversight. However, issues remain around the scope of regulation and ensuring transparency. Options for improving the framework include implementing an integrity authority, consolidating registration systems, and developing a draft lobbying law addressing both legislative and executive branches based on international best practices.
Presentation by Maria Elena Sierra Galindo, Mexico at the WCO and OECD Region...OECD Governance
Presentation by Maria Elena Sierra Galindo, Mexico at the WCO and OECD Regional Policy Dialogue, 7-8 November 2016, Brussels. For more information see www.oecd.org/gov/risk/oecdtaskforceoncounteringillicittrade.htm
This document discusses the principles of private enforcement of EU environmental law, including:
1. It outlines key EU law principles such as direct effect, primacy, procedural autonomy, and the requirement for national laws to provide effective legal protection and enforcement of EU law.
2. It discusses environmental procedural rights related to access to information, public participation, and access to justice in EU environmental decision making.
3. It provides examples of cases that have established these principles and how they have been applied, such as requiring national courts to disregard national laws that conflict with EU law and imposing obligations on public authorities to apply EU law.
Filing, publicizing, control and verification of declarations of public serva...Maksym Klyuchar
This document summarizes international standards for asset declarations by public officials. It discusses recommendations from the Committee of Ministers and the UN Convention against Corruption, which call for countries to establish asset disclosure systems. Sections of Ukraine's Law on Prevention of Corruption relating to financial disclosures are also summarized. Controls and verification of declarations outlined in the law are described, noting the importance of inter-agency cooperation and access to various databases to effectively evaluate declarations.
Chiocchetti - Differentiated integration: scenarios and recommendationsPaolo Chiocchetti
Differentiated integration refers to situations where EU norms do not uniformly apply to all member states. It currently applies to around 6% of EU treaty articles and 3% of regulations and directives. While it can accommodate heterogeneity, it can also lead to lower functional benefits for the EU27 and weaker solidarity.
Over the next 15 years, differentiated integration will likely persist or slightly increase. Existing opt-outs and regimes make change difficult, and future integration will require flexibility. However, factors like EU enlargement being unlikely and post-Brexit unity could push toward more uniform integration.
Differentiated integration is best in some limited cases, like when preferences diverge strongly. It should avoid harming non-members and lose
Differentiated integration: key facts, insights, and recommendations.
Presentation for InDivEU meeting with Slovenian policymakers, Ljubljana, 15 November 2021.
Design principles for differentiated integration schemesPaolo Chiocchetti
The document outlines an analytical framework for assessing differentiated integration schemes in the EU. It evaluates such schemes based on 7 criteria: feasibility, expected benefits, fairness, acceptance, sustainability, and desirability. Differentiated integration is defined as selective application of rules to some but not all EU members. It is relatively common in the EU but still less so than national or EU-wide legislation. The outcomes of differentiated integration can vary significantly depending on the scheme but it may increase inequality and distance between insiders and outsiders. More empirical analysis is needed to better understand public preferences regarding integration models.
This document provides an overview of the criminal justice system and law enforcement agencies in Australia. It discusses Australia's population and government structure, the separation of powers, criminal law making, the common law system, crime rates, illegal drugs, policing principles established by Sir Robert Peel, state police structures and funding, national law enforcement agencies, prosecutions, courts, capital punishment, imprisonment, prisons, community corrections programs, and police oversight.
For a long time, the European Union has been providing ongoing support to the Ukrainian government and civil society in implementing anti-corruption reforms. Many EU-funded target programs have been specifically designed for that purpose and several other programs include strong anti-corruption components.
This new brochure of the EU Delegation to Ukraine describes a few recent or ongoing projects. Among other things, this overview of the EU anti-corruption efforts suggests that the problem is universal. As such, it needs to be addressed in a comprehensive, consistent manner. This includes establishing new effective anti-corruption institutions, improving the legislation, strengthening public control and civil society participation, effective management of conflicts of interest, providing training to youth etc.
The European Parliament is the legislative branch of the European Union. It represents the interests of EU citizens and decides on EU laws and budgets. The Parliament also scrutinizes and monitors other EU institutions to ensure they act democratically.
The European Parliament is regarded as weak for several reasons: it is too large with 785 members divided along political, national, and regional lines lacking coherence; the executive Council and Commission are not drawn from Parliament so decision-makers do not rely on its support; and MEPs have limited authority and knowledge of complex EU issues. However, Parliament is getting stronger through treaties granting it more legislative power, better organized political groups, and increased accountability of the Commission. Parliament has flexed its muscles by rejecting Commission nominees and extending its influence on human rights, the single market, and other policies.
This presentation on corporate liability for corruption and economic crimes was made by Brooks Hickman, Anti-Corruption Analyst for the OECD Anti-Corruption Division, at the 2017 OECD Global Anti-Corruption and Integrity Forum on 30 March 2017.
More information about corporate liablity for corruption is available at http://www.oecd.org/corruption/Liability-of-Legal-Persons-for-Foreign-Bribery-Stocktaking-Report.htm
More information about the fight against corruption at the OECD is available at http://www.oecd.org/corruption/
12/12/2017 - This presentation by France Chain provides highlights from an OECD study on The Detection of Foreign Bribery which was launched on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention.
The first step in enforcing foreign bribery and related offences is effective detection. This study looks at common sources of detection in foreign bribery cases, untapped sources which are under or not utilised in foreign bribery investigations, and ways in which these methods of detection may be enhanced. Find out more at http://www.oecd.org/corruption/the-detection-of-foreign-bribery.htm
Giulia Mugellini, Law School, University of St. Gallen (Switzerland)Geneva Declaration
"Engaging the private sector for armed violence reduction and prevention (AVRP) and development"
Regional Review Conference on the Geneva Declaration on Armed Violence and Development
Geneva, Switzerland | 8-9 July 2014
1) The document discusses a citizen-driven initiative called Advocacy and Assistance Centers (AACs) in Armenia that aim to foster transparency and accountability in partnership with the public sector by providing free legal assistance to victims of corruption.
2) The AACs have assisted over 3,700 citizens since inception, handled 863 corruption cases, and identified over 100 procedural inefficiencies.
3) Key to the AACs' success is maintaining independence while partnering with government at all levels to advance reforms, creating a win-win situation for civil society and authorities.
This presentation on public and private initiatives in whistleblower protection was made by Leah Ambler of the OECD Anti-Bribery Division at the Conference of States Parties to the UN Convention against Corruption in St Petersburg on 2-6 November 2015. Find out more atwww.oecd.org/corruption/whistleblower-protection.htm
1) The document discusses Advocacy and Assistance Centers (AACs) in Armenia, which are NGO-operated public complaint offices that provide free legal assistance to victims of corruption.
2) The AACs have assisted over 3,700 citizens, handled 863 corruption cases, and referred 133 cases to court. They have also identified 100 procedural inefficiencies leading to corruption.
3) Beyond assisting individuals, the AACs work with the government to address systemic issues and promote anti-corruption reforms, demonstrating that civil society and government partnerships can have mutual benefits in transparency and accountability.
OECD, 2nd Task Force Meeting on Charting Illicit Trade - Janos BertokOECD Governance
1. Trafficking in persons is a growing problem, generating $32 billion in illicit profits annually with over 20 million victims of forced labor globally. However, enforcement efforts remain limited with under 7,000 prosecutions and 4,000 convictions worldwide in 2011.
2. There is a strong link between corruption and trafficking in persons, as countries with high levels of perceived corruption also tend to make the least effort fighting trafficking.
3. To address this connection, the document recommends 1) promoting international cooperation against corruption and trafficking, 2) jointly investigating these issues with a focus on at-risk sectors, and 3) establishing transparency and integrity frameworks for at-risk public officials.
Latvia has developed a new anti-corruption program for 2015-2020 with 5 sub-objectives and 112 tasks to address widespread corruption. The program aims to ensure ethical public administration, create independent oversight of finances, reduce tolerance of corruption, ensure penalties for abuses of power, and limit money's influence in politics. Effective anti-corruption strategies require coordination between government agencies and civil society to design and enforce implementation measures.
The document outlines a proposed electoral reform agenda put forward by the Ateneo School of Government (ASoG) through its PODER program. The agenda aims to address issues like political dynasties, political party development, youth participation, and ensuring free and fair elections. It discusses past reform efforts like the 2002 and 2007 Electoral Reform Summits. The proposed agenda also touches on constitutional reforms, broadening citizen participation, and democratic institution building. It emphasizes that meaningful reform relies on mobilizing citizens and exercising people power.
Institutional Sources of Corruption in the Case of ArmeniaCRRC-Armenia
This document analyzes the relationship between perceptions of corruption in Armenia and three institutional sources: formal rules, informal rules, and enforcement mechanisms. Statistical models show perceptions of enforcement mechanisms and informal rules significantly correlate with perceived corruption, but not formal rules. Higher education levels also correlate with higher perceived corruption. The document recommends reforms like transparency laws and judicial reforms to strengthen enforcement mechanisms to reduce corruption by impacting informal norms.
This document summarizes lobbying regulation in Mexico. It outlines the current rules governing lobbying activities in the House of Representatives and Senate. Recent modifications were made in 2013 during debate over fiscal reform, increasing restrictions and oversight. However, issues remain around the scope of regulation and ensuring transparency. Options for improving the framework include implementing an integrity authority, consolidating registration systems, and developing a draft lobbying law addressing both legislative and executive branches based on international best practices.
Presentation by Maria Elena Sierra Galindo, Mexico at the WCO and OECD Region...OECD Governance
Presentation by Maria Elena Sierra Galindo, Mexico at the WCO and OECD Regional Policy Dialogue, 7-8 November 2016, Brussels. For more information see www.oecd.org/gov/risk/oecdtaskforceoncounteringillicittrade.htm
This document discusses the principles of private enforcement of EU environmental law, including:
1. It outlines key EU law principles such as direct effect, primacy, procedural autonomy, and the requirement for national laws to provide effective legal protection and enforcement of EU law.
2. It discusses environmental procedural rights related to access to information, public participation, and access to justice in EU environmental decision making.
3. It provides examples of cases that have established these principles and how they have been applied, such as requiring national courts to disregard national laws that conflict with EU law and imposing obligations on public authorities to apply EU law.
Filing, publicizing, control and verification of declarations of public serva...Maksym Klyuchar
This document summarizes international standards for asset declarations by public officials. It discusses recommendations from the Committee of Ministers and the UN Convention against Corruption, which call for countries to establish asset disclosure systems. Sections of Ukraine's Law on Prevention of Corruption relating to financial disclosures are also summarized. Controls and verification of declarations outlined in the law are described, noting the importance of inter-agency cooperation and access to various databases to effectively evaluate declarations.
Chiocchetti - Differentiated integration: scenarios and recommendationsPaolo Chiocchetti
Differentiated integration refers to situations where EU norms do not uniformly apply to all member states. It currently applies to around 6% of EU treaty articles and 3% of regulations and directives. While it can accommodate heterogeneity, it can also lead to lower functional benefits for the EU27 and weaker solidarity.
Over the next 15 years, differentiated integration will likely persist or slightly increase. Existing opt-outs and regimes make change difficult, and future integration will require flexibility. However, factors like EU enlargement being unlikely and post-Brexit unity could push toward more uniform integration.
Differentiated integration is best in some limited cases, like when preferences diverge strongly. It should avoid harming non-members and lose
Differentiated integration: key facts, insights, and recommendations.
Presentation for InDivEU meeting with Slovenian policymakers, Ljubljana, 15 November 2021.
Design principles for differentiated integration schemesPaolo Chiocchetti
The document outlines an analytical framework for assessing differentiated integration schemes in the EU. It evaluates such schemes based on 7 criteria: feasibility, expected benefits, fairness, acceptance, sustainability, and desirability. Differentiated integration is defined as selective application of rules to some but not all EU members. It is relatively common in the EU but still less so than national or EU-wide legislation. The outcomes of differentiated integration can vary significantly depending on the scheme but it may increase inequality and distance between insiders and outsiders. More empirical analysis is needed to better understand public preferences regarding integration models.
This document provides an overview of the criminal justice system and law enforcement agencies in Australia. It discusses Australia's population and government structure, the separation of powers, criminal law making, the common law system, crime rates, illegal drugs, policing principles established by Sir Robert Peel, state police structures and funding, national law enforcement agencies, prosecutions, courts, capital punishment, imprisonment, prisons, community corrections programs, and police oversight.
For a long time, the European Union has been providing ongoing support to the Ukrainian government and civil society in implementing anti-corruption reforms. Many EU-funded target programs have been specifically designed for that purpose and several other programs include strong anti-corruption components.
This new brochure of the EU Delegation to Ukraine describes a few recent or ongoing projects. Among other things, this overview of the EU anti-corruption efforts suggests that the problem is universal. As such, it needs to be addressed in a comprehensive, consistent manner. This includes establishing new effective anti-corruption institutions, improving the legislation, strengthening public control and civil society participation, effective management of conflicts of interest, providing training to youth etc.
The European Parliament is the legislative branch of the European Union. It represents the interests of EU citizens and decides on EU laws and budgets. The Parliament also scrutinizes and monitors other EU institutions to ensure they act democratically.
The European Parliament is regarded as weak for several reasons: it is too large with 785 members divided along political, national, and regional lines lacking coherence; the executive Council and Commission are not drawn from Parliament so decision-makers do not rely on its support; and MEPs have limited authority and knowledge of complex EU issues. However, Parliament is getting stronger through treaties granting it more legislative power, better organized political groups, and increased accountability of the Commission. Parliament has flexed its muscles by rejecting Commission nominees and extending its influence on human rights, the single market, and other policies.
This document discusses citizens' power to hold public institutions accountable through participation in decision making. It describes SIGMA as a joint OECD-EU initiative that helps countries strengthen governance. Public administration is important for the EU accession process though not a formal chapter. Policy tools like impact assessments and consultation are emphasized as mechanisms for accountability and public input. Open policy making, data sharing and framing of issues can impact decisions and unintended consequences may arise, so participation is key.
The European Parliament is the directly elected parliamentary institution of the European Union that, along with the Council and Commission, exercises the EU's legislative functions. It has been directly elected every five years since 1979. The Parliament has three places of work in Brussels, Luxembourg, and Strasbourg and consists of members from various political groups like the EPP and S&D. While it can amend or reject legislation, it needs the Commission to initiate bills. Its powers have expanded with each new treaty.
Talk of Europe – Linking European Parliament ProceedingsAstrid van Aggelen
This document summarizes the Talk of Europe project which links proceedings from the European Parliament from 1996 to the present. The primary goals are to represent the data in RDF format, publish it as linked open data, and promote applications that make use of the data. The project has enriched the data by linking it to databases about MEPs, their political backgrounds, and categorizing debates by topic. They are holding a creative camp to bring together developers and researchers to invent new uses for the dataset using natural language processing and other techniques.
This document discusses various tools for measuring corruption from theoretical and practical perspectives. It describes experts' assessments, composite indices, sample surveys on experiences of corruption, and service delivery surveys as common approaches. Experts' assessments are relatively inexpensive but rely on individual perceptions, while composite indices synthesize different data but may lack policy-making usefulness. Sample surveys can investigate how corruption occurs and its impacts, targeting individuals, businesses, or civil servants. Service delivery surveys give consumers a voice and provide unambiguous data for monitoring reforms over time. Other examples discussed are the Council of Europe's comprehensive monitoring approach.
B8 Cross-cultural and comparative victimologyVSE 2016
- The document summarizes a presentation about the EU Victims Directive and the IVOR project, which evaluated its implementation.
- Key findings from the IVOR project include that while transposition of the Directive was achieved, compliance in practice varies across member states and there is limited empirical evidence about the directive's impact on victims.
- The presentation argues that the directive, like Star Trek's mission, boldly aims to improve victims' rights across diverse EU contexts but risks neglecting differences in member states' approaches without more evidence about implementation challenges and victims' experiences.
Monitoring and evaluating trust in Justice in EuropeМЦМС | MCIC
Bulgaria has the lowest levels of public trust in the police and courts compared to other EU member states. A 2010 survey in Bulgaria found only 35.8% and 34% of respondents believed the police and courts, respectively, did a good job. Low trust stems from high corruption perceptions and a lack of coordination between criminal justice institutions. The study developed indicators to better measure public trust and legitimacy in order to improve policymaking and reform efforts. Recommendations include adopting a system to regularly monitor trust, improving public information and awareness, and enhancing coordination between criminal justice bodies.
Self-regulatory initiatives: Improving Transparency and AccountabilityHumaneasy Consulting
This document summarizes the findings of a study on recent public and self-regulatory initiatives aimed at improving transparency and accountability among non-profit organizations in the European Union. The study identified over 140 such initiatives across the 27 EU member states. Key trends found were the prevalence of standards, guidelines and codes of conduct for self-regulation, and a growing use of databases and certification/accreditation schemes. Issues discussed included determining the right level of standards for initiatives and ensuring their effective implementation and long-term financing.
EU accession and the politics of anti corruption (UNDP presentation)UNDP Eurasia
The document discusses corruption issues mentioned in EU Progress Reports for candidate and potential candidate countries. It summarizes key points from reports on Macedonia, Turkey, and Montenegro. The reports generally note some progress through new laws and institutions but find corruption remains prevalent. Positives include new rules while negatives include lack of convictions and monitoring gaps. Lessons from new EU members are that corruption was a high priority but criminal enforcement focus may lack understanding of complex nature of corruption.
Remedies for curbing black economy and corruption.pdftrijya
The document discusses various remedies for curbing black economy and corruption. It discusses three main dimensions for remedies: 1) countering corruption and building integrity through proactive enforcement of rules and regulations, an effective legal framework and independent judiciary, and education on integrity and ethics. 2) Personnel management through merit-based recruitment and transparency. 3) Financial management through integrity pacts, accountability, and oversight mechanisms. It also notes the importance of monitoring corruption and involvement of both public and private sectors.
Causes and consequences of corruption in the police | Mark Pymantidefence
This document summarizes Transparency International UK's work on police corruption and accountability. It finds that police corruption reduces public trust, economic development, and operational effectiveness. Most citizens view the police as their most corrupt public institution. While reform efforts are often unsuccessful, those with external public monitoring have greater success. The document analyzes risk areas for police corruption and citizen perceptions of police corruption globally. Case studies on reform show that political will, oversight, and direct police accountability to citizens are keys to reducing corruption.
Spain is considered one of five major criminal hubs in Europe due to its role in drug and human trafficking into the continent. Organized crime in Spain involves drug smuggling, robberies, and corruption. Corruption exists within law enforcement, customs, politics, the judiciary, and the private sector. While Spain has anti-organized crime units, organized criminal groups still operate through activities like interfering with law enforcement, influencing societies and economies, and avoiding attention from authorities. Corruption remains an issue that facilitates organized criminal activities in the country.
This document discusses Victim Support NI, which provides services to victims of crime. It has been operating for 35 years and delivers core services through volunteers and staff with accredited training. Victim Support NI's current strategy aims to increase understanding of victims' needs and influence positive changes in the criminal justice system. The organization aligns its service delivery model with WHO Psychological First Aid guidelines. It discusses EU and Northern Ireland policies establishing victims' rights and Victim Support NI's role in ensuring compliance. Statistics show referrals increasing from 38,747 in 2015-2016 to 49,151 in 2016-2017, with 70% from police. The document provides contact details for the Belfast Community Services Coordinator.
Organized Crime and Illicit Trade in Europe by Michele Riccardi & Francesco C...OECD Governance
Presentation made by Michele Riccardi & Francesco Calderoni, Transcrime at the 3rd meeting of the OECD Task Force on Charting Illicit Trade - OECD, Paris, 30-31 March 2015
For more information see http://www.oecd.org/gov/risk/charting-illicit-trade-third-task-force-meeting.htm
Principles of Public Administration as part of European Integration Process. Presentation given by Florian Hauser, European Commission, DG NEAR on 11 May 2023.
Monitoring report on the implementation of the Cross-Cutting Justice Strategy...Ersida Sefa
This document provides a monitoring report on the implementation of Albania's Cross-Cutting Justice Strategy from July 2011 to November 2012. It summarizes the strategy's objectives, methodology, and overall evaluation.
The strategy aimed to reform Albania's justice system to strengthen the rule of law and align with EU standards. However, the report finds issues with how challenges are analyzed in the strategy and a lack of clear links between the analysis and action plan. It provides recommendations like improving objective definitions, increasing qualitative measures, and better defining the monitoring mechanism. Overall, the report evaluates implementation progress but sees room for strengthening the strategy's framework and commitment to reforms.
La Red Española contra la Trata de Personas valora considerablemente los esfuerzos de la Comisión Europea en el lanzamiento de la consulta escrita sobre la estrategia posterior al 2016 para reunir información con respecto a los objetivos de la nueva estrategia y, por lo tanto, el trabajo contra la trata de seres humanos en la UE.
La Red cree que la estrategia es un mecanismo muy útil para promover la lucha contra la trata a nivel europeo y para alentar a los Estados Miembros a que incorporen las medidas necesarias para mejorar la identificación y protección de las víctimas.
A presentation given by Karen Hill, Head of SIGMA (Support for Improvement in Governance and Management) at a workshop on efficiency and effectiveness in public administration amongst the Balkan countries, held in Ankara 24 and 25 April. Participants from the Prime Ministries of five countries Turkey, Albania, the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Kosovo and Bosnia and Herzegovina shared their experience and debated issues such as how to reduce administrative burdens on citizens and business.
Making Infrastructure Deliver - Lessons from QuebecOECD Governance
Presentation make by Prof. Geneviève Cartier - Commission of Inquiry on the Awarding and Management of Public Contracts in the Construction Industry - at the 2nd OECD Forum on Governance of Infrastructure, Paris, 20th March 2017. For more information see www.oecd.org/gov/oecd-forum-on-governance-of-infrastructure-2017.htm
The Judicial Integrity Initiative MAY 2016 FULLRocio Paniagua
This document summarizes the methodology used in the Judicial Integrity Initiative research project conducted by the International Bar Association and Basel Institute on Governance. The research aimed to identify patterns of corruption (typologies) within judicial systems by surveying judicial professionals globally. The methodology included a literature review, a global online survey distributed through legal networks, in-country consultations in Mexico and the Philippines, and interviews in six additional countries. The mixed methods approach allowed for triangulation of data from various sources to develop an evidence-based understanding of corruption risks and interactions within court systems.
The European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI) is an independent human rights monitoring body of the Council of Europe that specializes in combating racism, xenophobia, antisemitism, and intolerance. ECRI conducts country monitoring to analyze national situations, identify problems, and suggest solutions. It also makes general policy recommendations to provide guidance to states. ECRI works closely with national authorities and civil society to promote its monitoring and recommendations. Its reports have led some countries to enact new anti-discrimination legislation and change policies.
Transparencia por Colombia is a non-profit organization founded in 1998 that leads efforts against corruption in Colombia. Its mission is to transform public and private institutions to have effective organizations, honest citizens and businesses, and public servants who serve the public interest. It focuses on increasing transparency in politics, justice, and local government through programs that measure corruption risks and promote accountability.
Similar to EU Practice in Monitoring Corruption (20)
Macedonian Center for International Cooperation - Annual Report 2022МЦМС | MCIC
This document provides an annual report from the Macedonian Centre for International Cooperation (MCIC) for 2022. It includes information on MCIC's vision, mission, long-term goals, activities, and methods. It also provides summaries of several of MCIC's key programs in 2022 focused on civil society support, good governance and anti-corruption efforts, and social cohesion and inclusion. The report highlights events, trainings, forums, and other initiatives carried out by MCIC over the past year to work towards its goals.
The document provides information about the Macedonian Center for International Cooperation (MCIC) including its vision, mission, long-term goals and activities. In 2021, MCIC implemented 37 projects with a 125 million denar budget. Key programs discussed include Civica Mobilitas which provided 94 grants to CSOs, the National Civil Society Resource Centre which provided training to 70 CSO representatives, and efforts to promote a sustainable civil society through a new CSO Code signed by 61 organizations. The document also summarizes MCIC's work on issues like corruption, vulnerable families, and European integration.
The annual report summarizes MCIC's activities and accomplishments in 2020. It highlights how MCIC implemented 36 projects with a budget of around 110 million denars despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Key initiatives included the "Civica Mobilitas" program that provided 109 grants to CSOs, the National Civil Society Resource Centre that trained 129 CSO representatives, and programs supporting good governance, social inclusion, and Macedonia's EU integration process. MCIC adapted its work to meet urgent community needs during the pandemic such as by providing emergency funding and establishing an online learning academy for CSOs.
This presentation by Tim Capel, Director of the UK Information Commissioner’s Office Legal Service, was made during the discussion “The Intersection between Competition and Data Privacy” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 13 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/ibcdp.
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This presentation by Yong Lim, Professor of Economic Law at Seoul National University School of Law, was made during the discussion “Artificial Intelligence, Data and Competition” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/aicomp.
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This presentation by Professor Alex Robson, Deputy Chair of Australia’s Productivity Commission, was made during the discussion “Competition and Regulation in Professions and Occupations” held at the 77th meeting of the OECD Working Party No. 2 on Competition and Regulation on 10 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/crps.
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The importance of sustainable and efficient computational practices in artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning has become increasingly critical. This webinar focuses on the intersection of sustainability and AI, highlighting the significance of energy-efficient deep learning, innovative randomization techniques in neural networks, the potential of reservoir computing, and the cutting-edge realm of neuromorphic computing. This webinar aims to connect theoretical knowledge with practical applications and provide insights into how these innovative approaches can lead to more robust, efficient, and environmentally conscious AI systems.
Webinar Speaker: Prof. Claudio Gallicchio, Assistant Professor, University of Pisa
Claudio Gallicchio is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science of the University of Pisa, Italy. His research involves merging concepts from Deep Learning, Dynamical Systems, and Randomized Neural Systems, and he has co-authored over 100 scientific publications on the subject. He is the founder of the IEEE CIS Task Force on Reservoir Computing, and the co-founder and chair of the IEEE Task Force on Randomization-based Neural Networks and Learning Systems. He is an associate editor of IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems (TNNLS).
This presentation by OECD, OECD Secretariat, was made during the discussion “Pro-competitive Industrial Policy” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/pcip.
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This presentation by Professor Giuseppe Colangelo, Jean Monnet Professor of European Innovation Policy, was made during the discussion “The Intersection between Competition and Data Privacy” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 13 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/ibcdp.
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This presentation by OECD, OECD Secretariat, was made during the discussion “Competition and Regulation in Professions and Occupations” held at the 77th meeting of the OECD Working Party No. 2 on Competition and Regulation on 10 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/crps.
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This presentation by OECD, OECD Secretariat, was made during the discussion “The Intersection between Competition and Data Privacy” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 13 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/ibcdp.
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This presentation by OECD, OECD Secretariat, was made during the discussion “Artificial Intelligence, Data and Competition” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/aicomp.
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Carrer goals.pptx and their importance in real lifeartemacademy2
Career goals serve as a roadmap for individuals, guiding them toward achieving long-term professional aspirations and personal fulfillment. Establishing clear career goals enables professionals to focus their efforts on developing specific skills, gaining relevant experience, and making strategic decisions that align with their desired career trajectory. By setting both short-term and long-term objectives, individuals can systematically track their progress, make necessary adjustments, and stay motivated. Short-term goals often include acquiring new qualifications, mastering particular competencies, or securing a specific role, while long-term goals might encompass reaching executive positions, becoming industry experts, or launching entrepreneurial ventures.
Moreover, having well-defined career goals fosters a sense of purpose and direction, enhancing job satisfaction and overall productivity. It encourages continuous learning and adaptation, as professionals remain attuned to industry trends and evolving job market demands. Career goals also facilitate better time management and resource allocation, as individuals prioritize tasks and opportunities that advance their professional growth. In addition, articulating career goals can aid in networking and mentorship, as it allows individuals to communicate their aspirations clearly to potential mentors, colleagues, and employers, thereby opening doors to valuable guidance and support. Ultimately, career goals are integral to personal and professional development, driving individuals toward sustained success and fulfillment in their chosen fields.
This presentation by Juraj Čorba, Chair of OECD Working Party on Artificial Intelligence Governance (AIGO), was made during the discussion “Artificial Intelligence, Data and Competition” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/aicomp.
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This presentation by Thibault Schrepel, Associate Professor of Law at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam University, was made during the discussion “Artificial Intelligence, Data and Competition” held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/aicomp.
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Why Psychological Safety Matters for Software Teams - ACE 2024 - Ben Linders.pdfBen Linders
Psychological safety in teams is important; team members must feel safe and able to communicate and collaborate effectively to deliver value. It’s also necessary to build long-lasting teams since things will happen and relationships will be strained.
But, how safe is a team? How can we determine if there are any factors that make the team unsafe or have an impact on the team’s culture?
In this mini-workshop, we’ll play games for psychological safety and team culture utilizing a deck of coaching cards, The Psychological Safety Cards. We will learn how to use gamification to gain a better understanding of what’s going on in teams. Individuals share what they have learned from working in teams, what has impacted the team’s safety and culture, and what has led to positive change.
Different game formats will be played in groups in parallel. Examples are an ice-breaker to get people talking about psychological safety, a constellation where people take positions about aspects of psychological safety in their team or organization, and collaborative card games where people work together to create an environment that fosters psychological safety.
1.) Introduction
Our Movement is not new; it is the same as it was for Freedom, Justice, and Equality since we were labeled as slaves. However, this movement at its core must entail economics.
2.) Historical Context
This is the same movement because none of the previous movements, such as boycotts, were ever completed. For some, maybe, but for the most part, it’s just a place to keep your stable until you’re ready to assimilate them into your system. The rest of the crabs are left in the world’s worst parts, begging for scraps.
3.) Economic Empowerment
Our Movement aims to show that it is indeed possible for the less fortunate to establish their economic system. Everyone else – Caucasian, Asian, Mexican, Israeli, Jews, etc. – has their systems, and they all set up and usurp money from the less fortunate. So, the less fortunate buy from every one of them, yet none of them buy from the less fortunate. Moreover, the less fortunate really don’t have anything to sell.
4.) Collaboration with Organizations
Our Movement will demonstrate how organizations such as the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, National Urban League, Black Lives Matter, and others can assist in creating a much more indestructible Black Wall Street.
5.) Vision for the Future
Our Movement will not settle for less than those who came before us and stopped before the rights were equal. The economy, jobs, healthcare, education, housing, incarceration – everything is unfair, and what isn’t is rigged for the less fortunate to fail, as evidenced in society.
6.) Call to Action
Our movement has started and implemented everything needed for the advancement of the economic system. There are positions for only those who understand the importance of this movement, as failure to address it will continue the degradation of the people deemed less fortunate.
No, this isn’t Noah’s Ark, nor am I a Prophet. I’m just a man who wrote a couple of books, created a magnificent website: http://www.thearkproject.llc, and who truly hopes to try and initiate a truly sustainable economic system for deprived people. We may not all have the same beliefs, but if our methods are tried, tested, and proven, we can come together and help others. My website: http://www.thearkproject.llc is very informative and considerably controversial. Please check it out, and if you are afraid, leave immediately; it’s no place for cowards. The last Prophet said: “Whoever among you sees an evil action, then let him change it with his hand [by taking action]; if he cannot, then with his tongue [by speaking out]; and if he cannot, then, with his heart – and that is the weakest of faith.” [Sahih Muslim] If we all, or even some of us, did this, there would be significant change. We are able to witness it on small and grand scales, for example, from climate control to business partnerships. I encourage, invite, and challenge you all to support me by visiting my website.
1. This project is funded by the European Union
Instrument for Pre-accession Assistance (IPA) Civil Society Facility (CSF)
The views expressed in this presentation do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Commission
A project implemented
by a consortium lead by
the Center for the Study
of Democracy
EU Practice in Monitoring Corruption
2. Content
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The Road to the Establishment of the EU Anticorruption Report
•Special EU Barometer on Corruption
•The EU Anticorruption Report
3. The Road to the Establishment of the EU Anticorruption Report
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Enlargement Reports (Chapter on Judiciary and fundamental rights)
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The Stockholm Programme
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Cooperation and Verification Mechanism
4. Special Eurobarometer on Corruption 2011
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Nine questions in three categories:
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Perceptions of Corruption within the Member States
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Perceived Reasons for Corruption within the Member States
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Fighting Corruption
5. I. Perceptions of Corruption within The Member States
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Is corruption a major problem in Europe?
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Institutional corruption
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How well informed are citizens about corruption?
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Has the level of corruption changed in past 3 years?
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How widespread is corruption?
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Personal effect and experience of corruption
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Having explored Europeans’ perceptions and experience of corruption in their own country the survey goes on to examine why Europeans think corruption occurs in their country.
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Respondents were shown a number of potential causes of corruption and asked which they felt contributed to corruption in their country, up to a maximum of three.
II. Perceived Reasons for Corruption within the Member States
7. III. Fighting Corruption
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Who should prevent and fight corruption?
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Is corruption unavoidable?
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Are national and EU actions effective?
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Transparency and supervision of political parties’ finances
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Links to organised crime
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Prosecutions and sentences
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Trust in institutions and other bodies
8. The EU Anticorruption Report
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Prompting stronger political will in the Member States and enforcement of the existing legal and institutional tools.
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will provide a clearer overview of the existence and effectiveness of anti-corruption efforts in the EU
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will help identify specific causes of corruption
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Will provide grounds for sound preparation of
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future EU policy actions.
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will act as a 'crisis alert' to mitigate the potential risks
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Cooperating with existing monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to avoid additional administrative burdens for Member States and duplication of efforts:
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Council of Europe's Criminal Law Convention on Corruption;
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GRECO;
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Civil Law Convention on Corruption;
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Twenty guiding principles for the fight against corruption;
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the UNCAC;
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the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention.
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The Anti-Corruption Report comprises:
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A thematic section
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Country analyses
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Trends at EU level
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The EU Anti-Corruption Report is managed by the Commission assisted by:
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An expert group
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A network of local research correspondents
Methodology
11. Content of the EU Anticorruption Report
6. Society and Corruption
1. Relevant Corruption and Anti-Corruption issues
2. Politics and Strategies/Policies
3. Institutional setting, Law Enforcement and Judiciary
4. Public Administration
5. Management of Public Funds and Accountability of Public Spending
12. Relevant Corruption and Anti-Corruption issues
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Overview of new/recent corruption and anti- corruption issues, including new information/developments related to ongoing issues
13. Politics and Strategies/Policies
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Overall political context
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Financing of political parties and electoral campaigns
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Lobbying
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Immunities of MPs, other elected officials
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Parliamentary integrity
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Asset disclosure for MPs, other elected officials
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Conflicts of interests and incompatibilities of MPs
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High-level corruption cases
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National/federal anti-corruption strategies/policies
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Regional/local, sectoral or institution-specific strategies
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Legislative framework
14. Institutional setting, Law Enforcement and Judiciary
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Focal multi-purpose point when it comes to anti- corruption policies
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Mechanisms in place inspection, integrity issues, disciplinary matters, audit
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Cooperation among institutions
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Criminal proceedings
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Immunity rules applicable to judges and prosecutors
15. Public Administration
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Internal and external audit
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Risk assessments
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Training on integrity-related issues and awareness
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Transparency and accountability of administrative procedures
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Integrity and professionalism in public service
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Codes of conduct
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Conflict of interests
16. Management of Public Funds and Accountability of Public Spending
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Public procurement
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Subsidies and tax exemptions
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State-owned or state- regulated companies
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Vulnerable sectors
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Local/regional variations
17. Society and Corruption
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Surveys/studies and perception
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Reporting and whistle-blowing
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Private sector corruption
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NGO’s
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Media/FOIA
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Black economy/organised crime, etc
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Follow-up of GRECO, OECD and UNCAC recommendations
18. This project is funded by the European Union
Instrument for Pre-accession Assistance (IPA) Civil Society Facility (CSF)
The views expressed in this presentation do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Commission
A project implemented
by a consortium lead by
the Center for the Study
of Democracy
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