VOINews, Jakarta: Representatives at the plenary meeting of the Global Operational Network of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities (GlobE Network) have committed to enhancing international cooperation in the fight against corruption. The meeting, held from Tuesday, September 24, to Friday, September 27, in Beijing, brought together nearly 400 representatives from 105 countries and international organizations.
Jorge Messias, Head of the Brazilian Prosecutor General’s Office, praised the platform provided by the network, which fosters international collaboration to combat corruption. He emphasized that member countries must further strengthen partnerships at both bilateral and multilateral levels to achieve more tangible and practical results within the network.
Guo Yong, Head of the Institute of Disciplinary Inspection and Supervision at Tsinghua University, underscored the need to avoid politicizing corruption issues. Instead, he urged that corruption be addressed from a criminal perspective, while promoting trust and maintaining close communication between countries.
Mamitiana Rajaonarison, Director General of the Financial Intelligence Unit of Madagascar, called for greater sharing of experiences and the conduct of parallel investigations to address various forms of corruption in the financial sector. He noted that financial corruption is often covert and poses challenges in collecting evidence.
Efforts must be made to improve information exchange, legal assistance, asset recovery, and protection for whistleblowers through robust partnerships, said Slagjana Taseva, Dean of the International Anti-Corruption Academy. These efforts, she stressed, are critical in addressing the complexities of modern corruption.
During a high-level forum at the four-day plenary meeting, the Beijing Consensus on Law Enforcement Cooperation and the Rejection of Safe Havens for Corruption was adopted. This consensus affirms the GlobE Network’s zero-tolerance stance on corruption and calls for stronger collective action in denying safe havens to corrupt individuals.
Launched in June 2021, the GlobE Network now comprises anti-corruption law enforcement bodies from more than 120 countries and regions. The network serves as a vital mechanism for information sharing and collaboration, facilitating global efforts to combat corruption effectively.
The plenary meeting highlighted the need for ongoing commitment to international cooperation, stressing that only through joint efforts can the global community effectively tackle corruption and promote transparency. The adoption of the Beijing Consensus marks a significant step forward in this collective endeavor, emphasizing the importance of unity and mutual support in fighting corruption worldwide.
By focusing on practical solutions and enhancing cross-border cooperation, the GlobE Network aims to foster a more transparent and accountable global community./ANTARA/VOI
