Context:
The year 2023 commemorates the 20th anniversary of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC). The G20 actively engages in global anti-corruption efforts through its Anti-Corruption Working Group, discussing relevant topics in the B20 and SAI20 dialogues within the G20 Social track.
Relevance:
GS II: International Relations
Dimensions of the Article:
- United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC)
- G-20 Anti-Corruption Working Group (ACWG)
United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC):
Inception and Activation:
- Signed on December 9, 2003, in Mexico.
- Entered into force on December 14, 2005.
International Anti-Corruption Day:
- Established on December 9.
- Proposed by the Brazilian delegation to the Convention.
Binding Multilateral Treaty:
- Sole legally binding multilateral international anti-corruption treaty.
Convention’s Main Areas:
- Preventive Measures.
- Criminalization and Law Enforcement.
- International Cooperation.
- Asset Recovery.
- Technical Assistance and Information Exchange.
Scope of Coverage:
- Encompasses various forms of corruption.
- Includes bribery, trading in influence, abuse of functions, and private sector corruption.
G-20 Anti-Corruption Working Group (ACWG):
Establishment:
- Formed in June 2010.
- Emerged from the Toronto Summit of G-20.
Focus Areas:
- Concentrates on sharing effective strategies to combat corruption.
- Addresses emerging challenges, including the use of new technologies in countering corrupt practices.
Leadership:
- Chaired by the Presidency of the G20.
- Accompanied by a co-chair.
-Source: G20
