- United Nations Convention Against Corruption
- Participation in UNCAC International Review Mechanism (chapters 3 and 4)
- Participation in UNCAC International Review Mechanism (chapters 2 and 5)
- Arab Convention Against Corruption
- National Anti-Corruption Strategy
- Specialized Anti-Corruption Commission
- Access to Information
- Protection of Whistle-blowers
- Declaration of Assets and Interests
- Criminalization of Illicit Enrichment
- Sectoral Corruption Risk Management
- Corruption Perceptions Index
- Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network
- Somalia
- Kuwait
- Saudi Arabia
- Tunisia
- Comoros
- Algeria
- Lebanon
- Syria
- Iraq
- Jordan
- Oman
- Yemen
- Djibouti
- Palestine
- Libya
- Egypt
- Sudan
- Morocco
- Bahrain
- Qatar
- United Arab Emirates
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Not a state party nor a signatory state
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Completed in a Participatory Manner
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Completed
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Not a state party nor a signatory state
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under development
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No information available
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The colors in the key map are based on the Global Right to Information (Rti) rating, which measures the strength of the legal framework for the right to access information, on a scale ranging from 0 (the weakest legal framework) to 150 (the strongest legal framework).
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The colors in the key map are based on the compatibility of the protection of whistle-blowers’ provisions with article 33 of the United Nations Convention against Corruption in all Arab countries.
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The colors in the key map are based on the extent to which the legal texts related to declaration of assets and interests are compatible with good practices derived from international standards and comparative experiences, including: the obligation to submit statements periodically, the comprehensiveness of the content of the declaration, the existence of a mechanism to regularly verify the validity and integrity of the information declared, the existence of deterrent penalties at all levels, and the extent of transparency in sharing the information while protecting personal data.
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The colors in the key map are based on the compatibility of the criminalization of illicit enrichment’s provisions with article 20 of the United Nations Convention against Corruption in all Arab countries.
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Sectoral Corruption Risk Management institutionalized
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No Information available
Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) of Transparency International ranks countries by measuring the perceived levels of public sector corruption on a scale from 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean). Results shown on the map are the 2022 CPI results.
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Represented in ACINET Governmental membership and Non-Governmental Group
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Not represented in ACINET Governmental membership nor its Non-Governmental Group
Mauritania
Mauritania became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 25 October 2006
Mauritania signed the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 December 2010 but did not become a state party yet
Mauritania does not have a National Anti-Corruption Strategy, however there is an Anti-Bribery startegy since 2011
Mauritania does not have a Specialized Anti-Corruption Commission
Whistleblowers’ Protection is organized by Article 19 of the Anti-Corruption Act
Mauritania does not have an Access to Information Law
Mauritania is represented in both the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network ACINET
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by Law No.54 of 2007 on Financial Transparency in public life
No Information available
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under Article 16 of the Anti-Corruption Act
Mauritania scored 30/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
In a participatory manner, Mauritania completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
Mauritania’s second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Algeria
Algeria became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 25 August 2004
Algeria became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 30 October 2014
Algeria adopted a National Strategy for Transparency and Prevention of Corruption for the period (2023-2027), it is the country’s first strategy
The High Authority for Transparency and Preventing and Combatting Corruption was established by (Law No. 01 of 2006)
Algeria does not have a Whistleblowers’ Protection law
Algeria does not have an Access to Information Law
Algeria is represented in the Governmental Group of the Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network (ACINET).
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by Law No. 01 of 2006 on preventing and combating corruption
No Information available
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under (Law No. 01 of 2006) on preventing and combating corruption
Algeria scored 33/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
In a participatory manner, Algeria completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Algeria completed the Second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5)
Tunisia
Tunisia became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 23 September 2008
Tunisia signed the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 December 2010 but did not become a state party yet
Tunisia had a National Anti-Corruption and Good Governance Strategy for the period (2016-2020)
Instance Nationale de Lutte Contre la Corruption was established under (Decree No. 120 of 2011) on Anti-Corruption and amended by (Law No. 59 of 2017).
Whistleblowers’ Protection is organized by Law No.10 of 2017
Access to Information is organized by Law No.22 of 2016
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by Law No.46 of 2018 on asset and interest declarations, illicit enrichment and conflict of interest
Tunisia is represented in both the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network ACINET
Sectoral Corruption Risk Management is institutionalized in Transport, Water and Health sectors
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under (Law No.46 of 2018) on asset and interest declarations, illicit enrichment and conflict of interest
Tunisia scored 40/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
In a participatory manner, Tunisia completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
Tunisia’s second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Lebanon
Lebanon became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 22 April 2009
Lebanon is not a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption
Lebanon adopted its first ever National Anti-Corruption Strategy for the timeframe 2020-2025
The National Anti-Corruption Commission was established by (Law No. 175 of 2020)
Whistleblowers’ Protection is organized by Law No.83 in 2018, later amended by Law No.182 in 2020
Access to Information is organized by Law No. 28 of 2017 and amended by Law No. 233 of 2021 accompanied by implementation decree No. 6940
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by Law No.189 of 2020
Lebanon is represented in both the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network ACINET
Sectoral Corruption Risk Management is institutionalized in the Lebanese University / Higher Education sector
Illicit enrichment is criminalized under (Law No.189 of 2020)
Lebanon scored 24/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
In a participatory manner, Lebanon completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Lebanon second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Syria
Syria signed the UN Convention against Corruption on 9 December 2003 but did not become a state party yet
Syria signed the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 December 2010, but did not become a state party yet
No information available about a strategy
Syria does not have a Specialized Anti-Corruption Commission
Syria does not have a Whistleblowers’ Protection law
Syria does not have an Access to Information Law
Syria does not have a Law for Declaration of Assets and Interests
No information available
Syria does not have an Illicit Enrichment law
Syria scored 13/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
Syria is not represented in ACINET Governmental membership nor its Non-Governmental Group
Syria signed the UN Convention against Corruption on 9 December 2003 but did not become a state party yet
Syria signed the UN Convention against Corruption on 9 December 2003 but did not become a state party yet
Iraq
Iraq became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 17 March 2008
Iraq became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 30 May 2013
Iraq adopted its second National Anti-Corruption Strategy (2021-2024). The first covered (2010-2014)
The Federal Commission of Integrity was established under (Law No.30 of 2011) and amended by (Law No.30 in year 2019)
Whistleblowers' Protection is organized by Law No. 58 of 2017
Iraq does not have an Access to Information Law
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by article 4 of Law No. 30 of 2011 of the Commission of Integrity, amended by Law No.30 of 2019
Sectoral Corruption Risk Management institutionalized in Higher Education (Kurdistan)
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under (Law No.15 of 1958). Some of its provisions were amended under (Law.20 of 1963)
Iraq scored 23/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
Iraq is represented in both the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network ACINET
In a participatory manner, Iraq completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Iraq second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Jordan
Jordan became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 24 February 2005
Jordan became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 November 2012
Jordan adopted a National Integrity and Anti-Corruption Strategy (2020-2025).
The Jordanian Integrity and Anti-Corruption Commission was established under Law No. 62 of 2006, later amended in 2016 and 2019.
Whistleblowers' Protection is organized by decision No.62 of 2014
Access Information is organized by Law No.47 of 2007
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by Law No. 21 of 2014 on Illicit Enrichment
In process of institutionalizing Sectoral Corruption Risk Management
Jordan is represented in both the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network ACINET
Illicit Enrichment was first criminalized under (Law No.54 of 2006 on Financial Disclosure)
Jordan scored 47/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
In a participatory manner, Jordan completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Jordan second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 29 April 2013
Saudi Arabia became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 29 September 2014
Saudi Arabia adopted its National Strategy for Maintaining Integrity and Combating Corruption through (Resolution No.13 in 2007).
The National Anti-Corruption Commission in Saudi Arabia was established by a (Royal decree No. (A/ 65) of 2011)
Saudi Arabia does not have Whistleblowers' Protection law
Saudi Arabia does not have an Access to Information Law
Saudi Arabia does not have a Law for Declaration of Assets and Interests
In process of institutionalizing Sectoral Corruption Risk Management
Saudi Arabia does not have an Illicit Enrichment law
Saudi Arabia scored 51/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
Saudi Arabia is represented in the Governmental Group of the Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network
In a participatory manner, Saudi Arabia completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption(chapter 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Saudi Arabia completed the Second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption(chapter 2&5)
Oman
Oman became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 9 January 2014
Oman became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 11 June 2013
Oman does not have a National Anti-Corruption Strategy
Oman does not have a Specialized Anti-Corruption Commission
Oman does not have a Whistleblowers’ Protection law
Oman does not have an Access to Information Law
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized under article 12 of Law No. 112 of 2011 on protecting public money & preventing conflict of interests
No information available
Oman does not have an Illicit Enrichment law
Oman scored 44/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
Oman is not represented in ACINET Governmental membership nor its Non-Governmental Group
In a participatory manner, Oman completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Oman completed the Second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5)
Yemen
Yemen became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 7 November 2005
Yemen signed the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 December 2010 but did not become a state party yet
Yemen's adopted its National Anti-Corruption Strategy (2022-2026)
The National Anti-Corruption Commission in Yemen was established by (Law No.39 of 2006)
Whistleblowers Protection is organized under chapter 3 of Law No.39 of 2006
Access to Information is organized by Law No. 13 of 2012
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by Law No.30 of 2006
No information available
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under (Law No.30 of 2006) on Asset Disclosure
Yemen scored 16/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
Yemen is represented in both the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network ACINET
In a participatory manner, Yemen completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
Yemen’s second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Djibouti
Djibouti became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 20 April 2005
Djibouti signed the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 December 2010 but did not become a state party
Djibouti does not have a National Anti-Corruption Strategy
The National Commission for Preventing and Combating Corruption in Djibouti was established under Law no.03/AN/13/7eme, but the agency is not operational
Djibouti does not have a Whistleblowers’ Protection law
Djibouti does not have an Access to Information Law
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by Law No. n°03/AN/13/7ème on prevention and combating of corruption
No information available
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under (Law No.111/ AN/ 11 of 2011) on the fight against terrorism and other serious offenses
Djibouti scored 30/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
Djibouti completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
Djibouti’s second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Somalia
Somalia is not a state party in UN Convention against Corruption
Somalia is not a state party in Arab Convention against Corruption
Somalia adopted a National Anti-Corruption Strategy for the period (2020-2023)
Somalia does not have a Specialized Anti-Corruption Commission
Somalia does not have a Whistleblowers’ Protection law
Somalia does not have an Access to Information Law
Somalia does not have a Law for Declaration of Assets and Interests
No information available
Somalia does not have an Illicit Enrichment law
Somalia scored 12/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
Somalia is not represented in ACINET official membership nor its Non-Governmental Group
Somalia is not a state party in UN Convention against Corruption
Somalia is not a state party in UN Convention against Corruption
Palestine
Palestine became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 2 April 2014
The State of Palestine became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 May 2013
Palestine adopted a National Anti-Corruption Strateg for the period (2020-2023).
The Palestinian Anti-Corruption Commission was established under the (amended anti-corruption law No.1 of 2005)
Whistleblowers’ Protection is organized under the government decision No. 17 of 2019
Palestine does not have an Access to Information Law
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by some provisions of the anti-corruption Law No.1 of 2005
In process of institutionalizing Sectoral Corruption Risk Management in Health and Finance
Palestine is represented in both the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network ACINET
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under (Law No.1 of 2005). The Law was amended in 2010 and renamed as (amended anti-corruption law)
Palestine is not rated on the Corruption Perceptions Index
In a participatory manner, Palestine completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Palestine completed the Second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5)
Libya
Libya became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 7 June 2005
Libya signed the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 December 2010 but did not become a state member yet
Libya does not have a National Anti-Corruption Strategy
The National Anti-Corruption Commission in Libya was established under (Law No.11 of 2014)
Libya does not have a Whistleblowers' Protection law
Libya does not have an Access to Information Law
Libya is represented in both the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network ACINET
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by Law No. 10 of 1994 on Illicit Enrichment
In process of institutionalizing Sectoral Corruption Risk Management
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under (Law No.3 of 1970) and was later replaced by (Law No.3 of 1986)
Libya scored 17/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
In a participatory manner, Libya completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
Libya’s second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Egypt
Egypt became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 25 February 2005
Egypt became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 18 June 2014
Egypt adopted its third National Anti-Corruption Strategy (2023-2030)
The Administrative Control Authority in Egypt's Anti-Corruption Commission was established under (Law 64 of 1964)
Egypt does have a Whistleblowers’ Protection law
Egypt does not have an Access to Information Law
Egypt is represented in both the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network ACINET
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by Law No. 62 of 1975
In process of institutionalizing Sectoral Corruption Risk Management
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under (Law No. 62 of 1975)
Egypt scored 30/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
In a participatory manner, Egypt completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Egypt completed the Second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5)
Sudan
Sudan became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 5 September 2014
Sudan became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 23 October 2012
Sudan does not have a National Anti-Corruption Strategy
The National Commission for Transparency, Integrity and Combating Corruption was established under (Law no.8 of 2016)
Whistleblowers Protection is organized by article 14 of Law No.8 of 2016
Access to Information is organized by ATI law of 2015
Sudan does not have a Law for Declaration of Assets and Interests
Sudan is represented in the Governmental Group of the Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network (ACINET).
No information available
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under article 164 of (Law 1984 on Civil Transactions), it was criminalized under article 6 of the (Illicit and Suspicious Enrichment Act of 1989)
Sudan scored 22/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
Sudan’s first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4) is in process
Sudan’s second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Morocco
Morocco became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 9 May 2007
Morocco became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 26 September 2012
Morocco adopted a National Anti-Corruption Strategy for the timeframe 2016-2025
The National Authority for Probity, Prevention and Fight against Corruption is organized under Law 46-19 of 2021
Whistleblowers' Protection is organized by Law No. 37.10 in 2011
Access to Information is organized by Law No. 31.13 of 2015, enacted through Royal Decree No. 1.18.15 of 2018
Morocco is represented in both the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network ACINET
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by Law No.25 of 1992
Sectoral Corruption Risk Management is institutionalized in the health sector
Morocco does not have an illicit enrichment law
Morocco scored 38/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
In a participatory manner, Morocco completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Morocco completed the Second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5)
Kuwait
Kuwait became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 16 February 2007
Kuwait became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 5 September 2013
Kuwait adopted its first National Anti-Corruption Strategy for timeframe 2019-2024
Kuwait’s Anti-Corruption Commission was established under (Law No.2 of 2016)
Whistleblowers Protection is organized under (Decree for Law No. 24 of 2012) on the establishment of the Kuwait Anti-Corruption Authority
Access to Information is organized by Law No. 12 of 2020
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by provision under Law No.2 of 2016 establishing the Kuwait Anti-Corruption Authority
No information available
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under (Law No.2 of 2016) establishing the Kuwait Anti-Corruption Authority and special provisions on asset declaration
Kuwait scored 42/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
Kuwait is represented in both the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network ACINET
In a participatory manner, Kuwait completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
Kuwait’s second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Bahrain
Bahrain became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 5 October 2010
Bahrain signed the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 December 2010 but did not become a state party yet
Bahrain does not have a National Anti-Corruption Strategy
Bahrain does not have a Specialized Anti-Corruption Commission
Bahrain does not have a Whistleblowers’ Protection law
Bahrain does not have an Access to Information Law
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by Law No.32 of 2010 on Financial Disclosure and decree No.82 of 2012
No information available
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under (Law No.32 of 2010 on Financial Disclosure)
Bahrain scored 44/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
Bahrain is represented in both the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network ACINET
In a participatory manner, Bahrain completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Bahrain completed the Second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5)
Qatar
Qatar became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 30 January 2007
Qatar became a State Party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 5 March 2012
Qatar does not have a National Anti-Corruption Strategy
The Administrative Control and Transparency Authority in Qatar was established by the (Emiri resolution No.75 of 2011) and amended by (Emiri resolution No.6 of 2015)
Qatar does not have a Whistleblowers’ Protection law
Access to Information is organized by Law No.9 of 2022
Qatar does not have a Law for Declaration of Assets and Interests
No information available
Qatar does not have an Illicit Enrichment law
Qatar scored 58/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
Qatar is represented in the Governmental Group of the Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network (ACINET)
In a participatory manner, Qatar completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Qatar second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 22 February 2006
United Arab Emirates became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 4 July 2012
The United Arab Emirates does not have a National Anti-Corruption Strategy.
Emirates does not have a Specialized Anti-Corruption Commission
Whistleblowers Protection is organized by Law No. 14 of 2020
Emirates does not have an Access to Information Law
Emirates does not have a Law for Declaration of Assets and Interests
No information available
Emirates does not have an Illicit Enrichment law
United Arab Emirates scored 67/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
UAE is not represented in ACINET Governmental membership nor its Non-Governmental Group
In a participatory manner, Emirates completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
United Arab Emirates’s second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Comoros
Comoros became a state party to the UN Convention against Corruption on 11 October 2012
Comoros is not a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption
The National Anti-Corruption Strategy of Comoros was first adopted in 2012.
The National Commission for the Prevention and Fight against Corruption (CNPLC) in Comoros was established through Chapter 4 of Law No.08-13 of 2008
Whistleblowers’ Protection is organized by Law No.08-13 of 2008 on Transparency of Public, Economic, Financial and Social Activities
Comoros does not have an Access to Information Law
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by Law No.08-13 of 2008 on Transparency of Public, Economic, Financial and Social Activities
No information available
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under (Law No.08-13 of 2008) on Transparency of Public, Economic, Financial and Social Activities
Comoros scored 19/100 on the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index
Comoros is represented in the Governmental membership of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network (ACINET)
Comoros’s first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4) is in process
Comoros’s second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
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General Information
Area: 1.03 million km²
Population: 4.52 million (World Bank, 2019)
Political System:
Human Development Index: 0.546 out of 1 (UNDP, 2020)
Key Information
GDP/capita: 1649.46 USD (UNCTADSTAT data center,2019)
Gross Debt: 1745.70 Billion MRU (IMF, 2020)
Gross Debt % GDP: 79.27% (IMF, 2020)
Specialized Anti-Corruption Laws
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under Article 16 of the Anti-Corruption Act.
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized under Law No.54 of 2007 on Financial Transparency in public life and the circulars issued by financial transparency committee for public life. The provision is partially compatible with best practices of declaration of assets and interests.
Whistleblower Protection is organized under Article 19 of the Anti-Corruption Act.
Mauritania does not have a National Anti-Corruption Strategy, however there is an Anti-Bribery strategy since 2011.
Mauritania does not have laws on Access to Information nor a Specialized Anti-Corruption Agency.
| Laws | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illicit Enrichment | Compatible with article 20 of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Declaration of Assets and Interests | Compatible with best practices of declaration of assets and interests | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Access to Information | Global ATI rating above 75 | Global ATI rating below 75 | Does not exist | |||
| Whistleblower Protection | Compatible with articles 32 and 33 of United Nations Convention against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| National Anti-corruption Strategy | Exists | Under development | Does not exist | |||
| National Anti-corruption Agency | Exists and operational | Exists but not operational | Does not exist |
Other information
Mauritania became a state party to the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 25 October 2006.
In 2017, Mauritania completed the first review cycle of the implementation of chapters 3 and 4 of the UN Convention against Corruption. The executive summary was published. Mauritania was reviewed by the Central African Republic and Marshall Islands.
Mauritania’s second review cycle for the implementation of chapters 2 and 5 of the UN Convention against Corruption was scheduled for Year 2 of the review cycle (2017-2018). It is not yet completed. Mauritania should be reviewed by Nigeria and Philippines.
Mauritania signed the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 December 2010 but did not become a State member yet.
The State Inspectorate General in Mauritania joined Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network (ACINET). Also, Réseau Mauritanien pour l’Action Sociale joined ACINET’s Non-Governmental Group.
| UN Convention against Corruption | State Party | Signatory State | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| Arab Convention against Corruption | State Party | Signatory State | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network | Member of ACINET and its Non-governmental Group | Member of ACINET | Not represented in ACINET and its Non-governmental Group |
- Mauritania became a state party to the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 25 October 2006.
- In 2017, Mauritania completed the first review cycle of the implementation of chapters 3 and 4 of the UN Convention against Corruption. The (executive summary) was published. Mauritania was reviewed by the Central African Republic and Marshall Islands.
- Mauritania’s second review cycle for the implementation of chapters 2 and 5 of the UN Convention against Corruption was scheduled for Year 2 of the review cycle (2017-2018). It is not yet completed. Mauritania should be reviewed by Nigeria and Philippines.
Mauritania signed the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 December 2010 but did not become a state party yet
Mauritania does not have a National Anti-Corruption Strategy, however there is an (Anti-Bribery strategy) since 2011
Mauritania does not have a Specialized Anti-Corruption Commission
Whistleblowers’ Protection is organized by Article 19 of the Anti-Corruption Act
Mauritania does not have an Access to Information Law
Mauritania is represented in the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network (ACINET).
- The State Inspectorate General in Mauritania is a governmental member of ACINET since 2008.
- Réseau Mauritanien pour l’Action Sociale (link to site) joined ACINET’s Non-Governmental Group since 2012.
No Information available
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under Article 16 of the Anti-Corruption Act
Mauritania scored 30/100 on the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)
- The country progressed 2 points compared to the 2021 CPI
- The country ranked 130/180 countries globally on the 2022 CPI
- The country ranked 11/21 Arab countries on the 2022 CPI
In a participatory manner, Mauritania completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
Mauritania’s second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Disclaimer: This overview is part of the informational series on “Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Arab Countries”. It is developed and regularly updated by UNDP’s Regional Project on Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Arab Countries based on information that is collected and corroborated from open sources to the best ability of its team. UNDP does not warrant that the information is complete and correct and shall not be liable whatsoever for any damages incurred due to its use. For comments or inputs, please contact aciac@undp.org.
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Last updated on 16 October 2023
General Information
Area: 2.382 million km²
Population: 44.62 million (World Bank, 2021)
Political System: Semi - Presidential
Human Development Index: 0.745/1 (UNDP, 2021)
Key Information
GDP/capita: 4119.43 USD (UNCTADSTAT, 2019)
Gross Debt: 9996.95 Billion DZD (IMF, 2020)
Gross Debt as % GDP: 49.15% (IMF, 2020)
Specialized Anti-Corruption Laws
Illicit Enrichment is organized under article 37 of (Law No. 01 of 2006) on preventing and combating corruption. This provision is generally compatible with the requirements of article 20 of the UN Convention against Corruption.
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized under article 4 of (Law No. 01 of 2006) on preventing and combating corruption and through the Presidential Decree No.415-06 of 2006 which explains procedures for submitting financial disclosure documents for public servants who are not listed in the law. The decree also provides a complete list of public servants that are required to submit financial disclosure documents. This provision is generally compatible with best practices of declaration of assets and interests.
Algeria does not have laws on Access to Information nor Whistleblowers Protection.
Algeria's first ever National Anti-Corruption Strategy (2023-2027) was launched in July 2023 to be implemented.
The High Authority for Transparency, Prevention and Fight against Corruption in Algeria was established under (Law No. 01 of 2006) on preventing and combating corruption. It is organized under (Law No. 22-08 of 2022) defining its organization, composition and powers.
| Laws | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Anti-Corruption Agency | Exists and Operational | Exists but not operational | Does not exist | |||
| National Anti-Corruption Strategy | Exists | Under development | Does not exist | |||
| Whistleblower Protection | Compatible with articles 33 of the UN Convention against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Access to Information | Global ATI rating above 75 | Global ATI rating below 75 | Does not exist | |||
| Declaration of Assets and Interests | Compatible with best practices of declaration of assets & interests | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Illicit Enrichment | Compatible with article 20 of the UN Convention against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible |
Other information
Algeria became a state party to the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 25 August 2004.
In 2015, Algeria completed the first review cycle of the implementation of chapters 3 and 4 of the UN Convention against Corruption. The full (country report) was published. Algeria was reviewed by Niger and Latvia.
In 2020, Algeria completed the second review cycle for the implementation of chapters 2 and 5 of the UN Convention against Corruption. The (executive summary) of the country report was published. Algeria was reviewed by Kenya and Ghana.
Algeria became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 30 October 2014.
The High Authority for Transparency, Prevention and Fight against Corruption in Algeria is an official member of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network (ACINET).
| UN Convention against Corruption | State party | Signatory state | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| Arab Convention against Corruption | State party | Signatory state | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network | Official member of ACINET and its Non-Governmental Group | Official Member of ACINET only | Not an official member of ACINET nor its Non-Governmental Group |
- Algeria became a state party to the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 25 August 2004.
- In 2015, Algeria completed the first review cycle of the implementation of chapters 3 and 4 of the UN Convention against Corruption. The full (country report) was published. Algeria was reviewed by Niger and Latvia.
- In 2020, Algeria completed the second review cycle for the implementation of chapters 2 and 5 of the UN Convention against Corruption. The (executive summary) of the country report was published. Algeria was reviewed by Kenya and Ghana.
Algeria became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 30 October 2014
In 2023, Algeria adopted the country's first ever National Strategy for Transparency and Prevention of Corruption for the timeframe 2023-2027 (link to the executive summary).
The High Authority for Transparency and Preventing and Combatting Corruption was established by (Law No. 01 of 2006)
- (Law No. 22-08 of 2022) determines the organization, formation, and powers of the Authority
- The Authority undertakes preventive and investigative functions
- Link to the website of the Authority
Algeria does not have a Whistleblowers’ Protection law
Algeria does not have an Access to Information Law
Algeria is represented in the Governmental Group of the Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network (ACINET).
- The High Authority for Transparency, Prevention and Fight against Corruption in Algeria is a governmental member of ACINET since 2008.
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized under article 4 of (Law No. 01 of 2006) on preventing and combating corruption.
- The article is generally compatible with best practices of declaration of assets and interests.
- The (Presidential Decree No.415-06 of 2006) outlines the complete list of public servants that are required to submit financial disclosure documents and the procedures for declaration for those who are not listed in the law
No information available
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under (Law No. 01 of 2006) on preventing and combating corruption. This provision is generally compatible with the requirements of article 20 of the UN Convention against Corruption
Algeria scored 33/100 on the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)
- The country score remains the same compared to the 2021 CPI
- The country ranked 116/180 countries globally on the 2022 CPI
- The country ranked 10/21 Arab countries on the 2022 CPI
In a participatory manner, Algeria completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Algeria completed the Second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5)
Disclaimer: This overview is part of the informational series on “Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Arab Countries”. It is developed and regularly updated by UNDP’s Regional Project on Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Arab Countries based on information that is collected and corroborated from open sources to the best ability of its team. UNDP does not warrant that the information is complete and correct and shall not be liable whatsoever for any damages incurred due to its use. For comments or inputs, please contact aciac@undp.org.
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General Information
Area: 163,610 km²
Population: 11.94 million (World Bank, 2021)
Political System: Quasi/Reformed Parliamentary
Human Development Index: 0.731 / 1 (UNDP, 2021)
Key Information
GDP/capita: 3938.67 USD (UNCTADSTAT, 2019)
Gross Debt: 90.92 Billion TND (IMF, 2020)
Gross Debt as % of GDP: 78.67% (IMF, 2020)
Specialized Anti-Corruption Laws
Illicit Enrichment is organized under article 37 of (Law No.46 of 2018) on asset and interest declarations, illicit enrichment and conflict of interest. This provision is generally compatible with the requirements of article 20 of the UN Convention against Corruption.
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized under (Law No.46 of 2018) on asset and interest declarations, illicit enrichment and conflict of interest. In addition to the governmental order (No.818 of 2018) on adopting the template of Declaration of assets and interests, and minimum threshold of assets, loans, and gifts to be declared. This law is generally compatible with best practices of declaration of assets and interests.
Access to Information is organized under (Law No.22 of 2016). According to the Global Right to Information Rating, Tunisia scored 120/150 points for the strength of the legal framework.
Whistleblowers Protection is organized under (Law No.10 of 2017). This law is generally compatible with the requirements of article 33 of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption
Tunisia adopted a National Anti-Corruption and Good Governance Strategy during the period (2016-2020).
Instance Nationale de Lutte Contre la Corruption was established under some provisions of the (framework Decree No. 120 of 2011) related to Anti-Corruption. Some of its provisions were amended by the (Law No. 59 of 2017) on Good Governance and Anti -Corruption Commission. The commission undertakes preventive and investigative functions however it is currently not operational.
| Laws | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illicit Enrichment | Compatible with article 20 of the UN Convention Against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Declaration of Assets and Interests | Compatible with best practices of declaration of assets and interests | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Access to Information | Global RTI rating above 75 | Global RTI rating below 75 | Does not exist | |||
| Whistleblowers Protection | Compatible with article 33 of the UN Convention against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| National Anti-corruption Strategy | Exists | Under development | Does not exist | |||
| National Anti-corruption Agency | Exists and operational | Exists but not operational | Does not exist |
Other information
Tunisia became a state party to the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 23 September 2008.
In 2015, Tunisia completed the first review cycle of the implementation of chapters III and IV of the UN Convention against Corruption. The (executive summary) was published. Tunisia was reviewed by Côte d'Ivoire and Togo.
Tunisia’s second review cycle for the implementation of chapters II and V of the UN Convention against Corruption is scheduled for Year 5 of the review cycle (2020-2021). Tunisia should be reviewed by Rwanda and Ethiopia.
Tunisia signed the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 December 2010 but did not become a state member.
Each of the Court of Accounts, Commission of General Control of Public Departments at the Prime Ministry, High Authority for Administrative and Financial Control, Anti-Corruption Commission, Governance Services at the Presidency of Government and Ministry of Justice in Tunisia are official members of the Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network ACINET. Each of the Faculty of Social, Justice and Political Sciences at the University of Carthage and the Institut Arab des Chefs d’Entreprises are members of its Non-Governmental Group.
| UN Convention against Corruption | State Party | Signatory State | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| Arab Convention against Corruption | State Party | Signatory State | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network | Official Member of ACINET and its Non-governmental Group | Official Member of ACINET | Not represented in ACINET nor its Non-governmental Group |
- Tunisia became a state party to the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 23 September 2008.
- In 2015, Tunisia completed the first review cycle of the implementation of chapters III and IV of the UN Convention against Corruption. The (executive summary) was published. Tunisia was reviewed by Côte d'Ivoire and Togo.
- Tunisia’s second review cycle for the implementation of chapters II and V of the UN Convention against Corruption is scheduled for Year 5 of the review cycle (2020-2021). Tunisia should be reviewed by Rwanda and Ethiopia.
Tunisia signed the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 December 2010 but did not become a state party yet
Tunisia had a National Anti-Corruption and Good Governance Strategy for the period (2016-2020).
- No information about a strategy currently being developed.
Instance Nationale de Lutte Contre la Corruption was established under (Decree No. 120 of 2011) on Anti-Corruption and amended by (Law No. 59 of 2017) on good governance and anti-corruption.
- The commission is currently not operational.
Whistleblowers Protection is organized under (Law No.10 of 2017).
- This law is generally compatible with the requirements of article 33 of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption
Access to Information is organized by (Law No.22 of 2016) and scores 120/150 for the strength of the legal framework according to the Global Right to Information rating
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized under (Law No.46 of 2018) on asset and interest declarations, illicit enrichment and conflict of interest.
- Governmental order (No.818 of 2018) adopted the template of Declaration of assets and interests, and minimum threshold of assets, loans, and gifts to be declared.
- The above law is generally compatible with best practices of declaration of assets and interests.
Tunisia is represented in both the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network (ACINET).
- Each of the Cour des Comptes, Commission of General Control of Public Departments at the Prime Ministry, High Authority for Administrative and Financial Control, Instance Nationale de Lutte Contre la Corruption, and Ministry of Justice in Tunisia are governmental members of ACINET.
- Each of the Faculty of Social, Justice and Political Sciences at the University of Carthage and Institut Arab des Chefs d’Entreprises are members of ACINET’s Non-Governmental Group.
Sectoral Corruption Risk Management is institutionalized in Transport, Water and Health sectors:
- Health in two sub-sectoral areas (1) purchase of medical supplies and (2) special supplementary activity by public medical doctors
- Water in licensing the extraction and usage of underground water
- Transport in managing the supply chain of fuel for land transportation
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under (Law No.46 of 2018) on asset and interest declarations, illicit enrichment and conflict of interest. This provision is generally compatible with the requirements of article 20 of the UN Convention against Corruption
Tunisia scored 40/100 on the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)
- The country regressed 4 points compared to the 2021 CPI
- The country ranked 85/180 countries globally on the 2022 CPI
- The country ranked 8/21 Arab countries on the 2022 CPI
In a participatory manner, Tunisia completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
Tunisia’s second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Disclaimer: This overview is part of the informational series on “Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Arab Countries”. It is developed and regularly updated by UNDP’s Regional Project on Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Arab Countries based on information that is collected and corroborated from open sources to the best ability of its team. UNDP does not warrant that the information is complete and correct and shall not be liable whatsoever for any damages incurred due to its use. For comments or inputs, please contact aciac@undp.org.
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Last updated on 16 October 2023
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General Information
Area: 10,452 km2
Population: 6.76 million (World Bank, 2021)
Political System: Parliamentary Democratic Republic
Human Development Index: 0.706/1 (UNDP, 2021)
Key Information
GDP/capita: 7174.74USD (UNCTADSTAT, 2019)
Gross Debt: 146518.15 Billion LBP (IMF, 2020)
Gross Debt as % GDP: 161.82% (IMF, 2020)
Specialized Anti-Corruption Laws
Illicit enrichment is organized under article 10 of (Law No.189 of 2020). This law is generally compatible with the requirements of article 20 of the UN Convention against Corruption.
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized under (Law No.189 of 2020). This law is generally compatible with the best practices on declarations of assets and interests.
Access to Information is organized under (Law 28 of 2017). In 2021, it was amended by (Law No. 233) and the (decree No.6940) was issued determining the specifications of implementing the Law. According to the Global Right to Information Rating, Lebanon scored 70/150 points for the strength of the legal framework.
Whistleblower Protection is organized under (Law No.83 of 2018). The law was amended in May 2020 extending protections to witnesses, experts and victims of corruption under (Law No.182). This law is generally compatible with the requirements of article 33 of the UN Convention against Corruption.
Lebanon's National Anti-Corruption Strategy was adopted in May 2020 for 5 years (2020-2025) and published the a report on progress of implementation in 2021.
The National Anti-Corruption Commission was established by (Law No. 175 of 2020) on "anti-corruption in the public sector and the creation of the National Anti-Corruption Institution". Members of the commission were appointed in 2022 and it is currently operational. The commission has preventive and investigative measures.
| Laws | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illicit Enrichment | Compatible with the requirements of article 20 of the UN Convention against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Declaration of Assets and Interests | Compatible with best practices of declaration of assets and interests | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Access to Information | Global RTI rating above 75 | Global RTI rating below 75 | Does not exist | |||
| Whistleblowers Protection | Compatible with article 33 of the UN Convention against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| National Anti-Corruption Strategy | Exists | Under development | Does not exist | |||
| National Anti-Corruption Agency | Exists and operational | Exists but not operational | Does not exist |
Other information
Lebanon became a state party to the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 22 April 2009.
In 2016, Lebanon completed the first review cycle of the implementation of chapters III and IV of the UN Convention against Corruption. Both the (executive summary) and the (full country report) were published. Lebanon was reviewed by Iran and Seychelles.
Lebanon’s second review cycle for the implementation of chapters II and V of the UN Convention against Corruption is scheduled for Year 5 of the review cycle (2020-2021). Lebanon should be reviewed by Cambodia and Mali.
Lebanon is not a State party to the Arab Convention against Corruption
Each of the Court of Audit, Central Inspection, Ministry of Justice, Public Prosecution, Ministry of State for Administrative Reform, Higher Committee for Discipline in Lebanon and National Anti-Corruption Commission are Official Members of Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network (ACINET). Also, each of the Lebanese Transparency Association, Gherbal Initiative, as well as each of Arab Region Parliamentarians Against Corruption and Arab Anti-Corruption Organization, which are considered as Regional organizations but based in Lebanon, are members of ACINET's Non-Governmental Group.
| UN Convention against Corruption | State Party | Signatory State | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| Arab Convention Against Corruption | State Party | Signatory State | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network | Official Member of ACINET and its Non-governmental Group | Official Member of ACINET | Not represented in ACINET nor its Non-governmental Group |
- Lebanon became a state party to the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 22 April 2009.
- In 2016, Lebanon completed the first review cycle of the implementation of chapters III and IV of the UN Convention against Corruption. Both the (executive summary) and the (full country report) were published. Lebanon was reviewed by Iran and Seychelles.
- Lebanon’s second review cycle for the implementation of chapters II and V of the UN Convention against Corruption is scheduled for Year 5 of the review cycle (2020-2021) and is currently in process. Lebanon will be reviewed by Cambodia and Mali.
Lebanon is not a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption
Lebanon adopted its first ever National Anti-Corruption Strategy for the timeframe 2020-2025 (link to document)
- The strategy was prepared through a participatory approach and the (process of development) was made public, in addition to the (the mechanism for following up on its implementation).
- The Government published its (first progress report) on implementation of the strategy in 2021
- The second progress report is being developed
The National Anti-Corruption Commission was established by (Law No. 175 of 2020) on "Anti-Corruption in the public sector and the creation of the National Anti-Corruption Institution".
- Members of the commission were appointed in 2022 and it is currently operational.
- The commission has preventive and investigative measures.
Whistleblower Protection is organized under (Law No.83 of 2018). The law was amended in 2020 extending protections to witnesses, experts and victims of corruption under (Law No.182).
- This law is generally compatible with the requirements of article 33 of the UN Convention against Corruption.
Access to Information is organized under (Law 28 of 2017). In 2021, it was amended by (Law No. 233) and (decree No.6940) was issued determining the specifications of implementing the Law.
- In 2021, the Ministerial Anti-Corruption Commitee adopted a (National Action Plan to Implement the ATI Law).
- In 2021 and through a collaboration between OECD, the Office of the Minister of State for Administrative Reform, and Gherbal Initiative: the first Lebanese Access to Information Law (Citizens' Guide) was published.
- According to the Global Right to Information Rating, Lebanon scored 70/150 points for the strength of the legal framework.
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized under (Law No.189 of 2020).
- This law is generally compatible with the best practices on declarations of assets and interests.
Lebanon is represented in both the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network (ACINET).
- Each of the Court of Audit, Central Inspection, Ministry of Justice, Public Prosecution, Ministry of State for Administrative Reform, Higher Committee for Discipline and National Anti-Corruption Commission are governmental members of ACINET.
- Each of the Lebanese Transparency Association, Gherbal Initiative, as well as each of Arab Region Parliamentarians Against Corruption and Arab Anti-Corruption Organization, which are considered as Regional organizations but based in Lebanon, are members of ACINET's Non-Governmental Group.
Sectoral Corruption Risk Management is institutionalized in the Lebanese University / Higher Education sector through an (official decision).
- This is the country’s largest public institution, educating nearly 80,000 students
- A task force was formed of representatives from various departments
- In 2023, the task force is in process of corruption risk mapping and assessment in four areas: employment and promotion of academic staff and non-academic staff, and admission of students, in addition to procurement laying preparatory groundwork for designing integrity solutions.
Illicit enrichment is criminalized under (Law No.189 of 2020). This law is generally compatible with the requirements of article 20 of the UN Convention against Corruption
Lebanon scored 24/100 on the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)
- The country score remains the same compared to the 2021 CPI
- The country ranked 150/180 countries globally on the 2022 CPI
- The country ranked 14/21 Arab countries on the 2022 CPI
In a participatory manner, Lebanon completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Lebanon second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Disclaimer: This overview is part of the informational series on “Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Arab Countries”. It is developed and regularly updated by UNDP’s Regional Project on Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Arab Countries based on information that is collected and corroborated from open sources to the best ability of its team. UNDP does not warrant that the information is complete and correct and shall not be liable whatsoever for any damages incurred due to its use. For comments or inputs, please contact aciac@undp.org.
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General Information
Area: 185,180 km²
Population: 17 million (World Bank, 2019)
Political System: Parliamentary Republic
Human Development Index: 0.567/1 (UNDP, 2020)
Key Information
GDP/capita: 1194.21 USD (UNCTADSTAT, 2019)
Gross Debt: 838.21 Billion SYP (IMF, 2020)
Gross Debt as % of GDP: 30.02% (IMF, 2020)
Specialized Anti-Corruption Laws
Syria adopted its first Anti-Corruption Strategy in 2019.
Syria does not have laws on Illicit Enrichment, Declaration of Assets and Interests, Access to Information, Whistleblowers Protection, nor an Anti-Corruption Agency.
| Laws | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illicit Enrichment | Compatible with article 20 of the UN Convention Against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Declaration of Assets and Interests | Compatible with best practices of declaration of assets and interests | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Access to Information | Global ATI rating above 75 | Global ATI rating below 75 | Does not exist | |||
| Whistleblowers Protection | Compatible with article 33 of UN Convention against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist | |||
| National Anti-corruption Strategy | Exists | Under development | Does not exist | |||
| National Anti-corruption Agency | Exists and operational | Exists but not operational | Does not exist |
Other information
Syria signed the UN Convention against Corruption on 9 December 2003 but did not become a state party yet.
Syria signed the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 December 2010.
Syria is not a member of the Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network (ACINET).
| UN Convention against Corruption | State Party | Signatory State | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| Arab Convention against Corruption | State Party | Signatory State | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| Arab Anti-Corruption & Integrity Network | Official Member of ACINET and its Non-governmental Group | Official Member of ACINET | Not an Official member of ACINET nor its Non-Governmental Group |
Syria is not a state party to the convention
Syria signed the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 December 2010, but did not become a state party yet
No information available about a strategy
Syria does not have a Specialized Anti-Corruption Commission
Syria does not have a Whistleblowers’ Protection law
Syria does not have an Access to Information Law
Syria does not have a Law for Declaration of Assets and Interests
No information available
Syria does not have an Illicit Enrichment law
Syria scored 13/100 on the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)
- The country score remains the same compared to the 2021 CPI
- The country ranked 178/180 countries globally on the 2022 CPI
- The country ranked 19/21 Arab countries on the 2022 CPI
Syria is not represented in ACINET Governmental membership nor its Non-Governmental Group
Syria signed the UN Convention against Corruption on 9 December 2003 but did not become a state party yet
Syria signed the UN Convention against Corruption on 9 December 2003 but did not become a state party yet
Disclaimer: This overview is part of the informational series on “Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Arab Countries”. It is developed and regularly updated by UNDP’s Regional Project on Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Arab Countries based on information that is collected and corroborated from open sources to the best ability of its team. UNDP does not warrant that the information is complete and correct and shall not be liable whatsoever for any damages incurred due to its use. For comments or inputs, please contact aciac@undp.org.
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General Information
Area: 437,072 km²
Population: 41.18 million (World Bank, 2021)
Political System: Democratic Federal Parliamentary
Human Development Index: 0.686/1 (UNDP, 2021)
Key Information
GDP/capita: 4748.22 USD (UNCTADSTAT, 2019)
Gross Debt: 156466.98 Billion IQD (IMF, 2020)
Gross Debt, % GDP: 51.79% (IMF, 2020)
Specialized Anti-Corruption Laws
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under article 4 of (Law No.15 of 1958). Some of its provisions were amended under Law.20 of 1963. Even though there is a law, it does not comply with the requirements of article 20 of the UN Convention against Corruption.
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized under the (Law No. 30 of 2011) on the Commission of Integrity. Some of its provisions were amended by (Law No.30 of 2019). The provision is generally compatible with best practices of declaration of assets and interests.
Iraq does not have a law on Access to Information.
Whistleblowers' Protection is organized under (Law No. 58 of 2017). This law is generally compatible with the requirements of article 33 of the UN Convention against Corruption.
Iraq adopted its third National Anti-Corruption Strategy (2021-2024). The first strategy was during the period (2010-2014) and the second was developed for the period (2016-2020) but was not passed.
The Federal Commission of Integrity was established under (Law No.30 of 2011) and amended by (Law No.30 in year 2019). Also, some provisions were added under (Order No.55) on the Commission of Integrity. The commission undertakes preventive and investigative functions.
| Laws | ||||||
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| Illicit Enrichment | Compatible with article 20 of the UN Convention Against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Declaration of Assets and Interests | Compatible with best practices of declaration of assets and interests | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Access to Information | Global RTI rating above 75 | Global RTI rating below 75 | Does not exist | |||
| Whistleblowers' Protection | Compatible with article 33 of UN Convention against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| National Anti-Corruption Strategy | Exists | Under development | Does not exist | |||
| National Anti-Corruption Agency | Exists and operational | Exists but not operational | Does not exist |
Other information
Iraq became a state party to the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 17 March 2008.
In 2013, Iraq completed the first review cycle of the implementation of chapters III and IV of the UN Convention against Corruption. The (executive summary) was published. Iraq was reviewed by Malaysia and Jordan.
Iraq’s second review cycle for the implementation of chapters II and V of the UN Convention against Corruption was scheduled for Year 4 of the review cycle (2019-2020). It is not yet completed. Iraq should be reviewed by Niue and Cameroon.
Iraq became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 30 May 2013.
Each of the Federal Commission of Integrity, High Judicial Council and Federal Board of Supreme Audit are official members of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network (ACINET). Also, each of "Shaaub for Democracy" and "Al Nahrain Foundation for Transparency and Integrity" are members of ACINET’s Non-Governmental Group.
| UN Convention against Corruption | State Party | Signatory State | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| Arab Convention against Corruption | State Party | Signatory State | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network | Official Member of ACINET and its Non-governmental Group | Official Member of ACINET | Not represented in ACINET nor its Non-Governmental Group |
- Iraq became a state party to the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 17 March 2008.
- In 2013, Iraq completed the first review cycle of the implementation of chapters III and IV of the UN Convention against Corruption. The (executive summary) was published. Iraq was reviewed by Malaysia and Jordan.
- Iraq’s second review cycle for the implementation of chapters II and V of the UN Convention against Corruption was scheduled for Year 4 of the review cycle (2019-2020). It is in process but not yet completed. Iraq is being reviewed by Niue and Cameroon.
Iraq became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 30 May 2013
Iraq adopted its second National Anti-Corruption Strategy for the timeframe 2021-2024.
- Link to the (strategy document)
- Iraq adopted the country's first ever strategy for the period (2010-2014)
The Federal Commission of Integrity was established under (Law No.30 of 2011) and amended by (Law No.30 in year 2019).
- Some provisions were added under (Order No.55) on the Commission of Integrity.
- The commission undertakes preventive and investigative functions.
Whistleblowers' Protection is organized under (Law No. 58 of 2017).
- This law is generally compatible with the requirements of article 33 of the UN Convention against Corruption.
Iraq does not have an Access to Information Law
Declaration of Assets and Interests is organized by article 4 of (Law No. 30 of 2011) on the Commission of Integrity, later amended by (Law No.30 of 2019).
- The provision on declarations is generally compatible with best practices of declaration of assets and interests.
Sectoral Corruption Risk Management institutionalized in Higher Education (Kurdistan)
Illicit Enrichment is criminalized under (Law No.15 of 1958). Some of its provisions were amended under (Law.20 of 1963). Even though there is a law, it does not comply with the requirements of article 20 of the UN Convention against Corruption
Iraq scored 23/100 on the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)
- The country score remains the same points compared to the 2021 CPI
- The country ranked 157/180 countries globally on the 2022 CPI
- The country ranked 15/21 Arab countries on the 2022 CPI
Iraq is represented in the Governmental and Non-Governmental Groups of the Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network (ACINET)
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Each of the Federal Commission of Integrity, High Judicial Council and Federal Board of Supreme Audit are official members of the ACINET.
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Each of Shaaub for Democracy and Al Nahrain Foundation for Transparency and Integrity are members of ACINET’s Non-Governmental Group
In a participatory manner, Iraq completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Iraq second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Disclaimer: This overview is part of the informational series on “Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Arab Countries”. It is developed and regularly updated by UNDP’s Regional Project on Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Arab Countries based on information that is collected and corroborated from open sources to the best ability of its team. UNDP does not warrant that the information is complete and correct and shall not be liable whatsoever for any damages incurred due to its use. For comments or inputs, please contact aciac@undp.org.
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General Information
Area: 89,342 km²
Population: 10.27 million (World Bank, 2021)
Political System: Parliamentary Hereditary Monarchy
Human Development Index: 0.720/1 (UNDP, 2021)
Key Information
GDP/capita: 4064.57 USD (UNCTADSTAT, 2019)
Gross Debt: 28.92 Billion JOD (IMF, 2020)
Gross Debt as % of GDP: 94.08% (IMF, 2020)
Specialized Anti-Corruption Laws
Illicit Enrichment was first criminalized under article 6 of (Law No.54 of 2006 on Financial Disclosure). Later in 2014, illicit enrichment was criminalized in a separate (Law No.21 of 2014) then some of its provisions were amended by (Law No.40 of 2018). Additional provisions were amended also by (Law No. 25 of 2019).The law is generally compatible with the requirements of article 20 of the UN Convention against Corruption.
Declaration of Assets and Interests were organized under (Law No. 21 of 2014 on Illicit Enrichment) amended by Law No. 27 of 2017 and a second time by Law No. 40 of 2018. The regulations of the Asset Disclosure Department are organized under system No.111 of 2014 promulgated by article 21 of Law No.21 of 2014. The law is generally compatible with best practices on declaration of assets and interests.
Access Information is organized under (Law No.47 of 2007). According to the Global right to information rating, Jordan scored 56 out of 150 points in terms of the strength of the legal framework.
Whistleblowers' Protection is organized under (system No.62 of 2014) promulgated by articles 23 and 30 of (Law No.62 of 2006) on the Anti-Corruption Commission. This law is generally compatible with the requirements of article 33 of the UN Convention against Corruption.
National Integrity and Anti-Corruption Strategy (2020-2025) is Jordan’s updated version of its third strategy adopted (2017-2025). The first National Anti-Corruption strategy covered years (2008-2012) and the second covered years (2013- 2017).
Jordanian Integrity and Anti-Corruption Commission was established under (Law No. 62 of 2006) on the Anti-Corruption Commission. Legislation governing the commission’s work was amended by (Law No. 13 of 2016) on Integrity and Anti-Corruption and then (Law No. 25 of 2019). The commission undertakes preventive and investigative functions.
| Laws | ||||||
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| Illicit Enrichment | Compatible with article 20 of the UN Convention Against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Declaration of Assets and Interests | Compatible with best practices of declaration of assets and interests | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Access to Information | Global RTI rating above 75 | Global RTI rating below 75 | Does not exist | |||
| Whistleblowers' Protection | Compatible with article 33 of the UN Convention Against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| National Anti-Corruption Strategy | Exists | Under development | Does not exist | |||
| National Anti-corruption Agency | Exists and operational | Exists but not operational | Does not exist |
Other information
Jordan became a state party to the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 24 February 2005.
In 2012, Jordan completed the first review cycle of the implementation of chapters III and IV of the UN Convention against Corruption. The (executive summary) was published. Jordan was reviewed by Maldives and Nigeria.
Jordan’s second review cycle for the implementation of chapters II and V of the UN Convention against Corruption was scheduled for Year 4 of the review cycle (2019-2020). It is not yet completed. Jordan should be reviewed by Turkmenistan and Lebanon.
Jordan became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 November 2012.
Each of the Anti-Corruption Commission, Ministry of Justice, and Public Prosecution are official members of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network ACINET. Also, each of the Partners Jordan, Jordan Transparency Center, and Rasheed Coalition for Integrity and Transparency are members of ACINET’s Non- Governmental Group.
| UN Convention against Corruption | State Party | Signatory State | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| Arab Convention against corruption | State Party | Signatory State | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network | Official Member of ACINET and its Non-governmental Group | Official Member of ACINET | Not represented in ACINET nor its Non-governmental Group |
- Jordan became a state party to the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 24 February 2005.
- In 2012, Jordan completed the first review cycle of the implementation of chapters III and IV of the UN Convention against Corruption. The (executive summary) was published. Jordan was reviewed by Maldives and Nigeria.
- Jordan’s second review cycle for the implementation of chapters II and V of the UN Convention against Corruption is scheduled for Year 4 of the review cycle (2019-2020). It is in progress but not yet completed. Jordan is being reviewed by Turkmenistan and Lebanon.
Jordan became a state party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 21 November 2012
Jordan adopted a National Integrity and Anti-Corruption Strategy for the timeframe 2020-2025 (document of the strategy)
Jordanian Integrity and Anti-Corruption Commission was established under (Law No. 62 of 2006) . Legislation governing the commission’s work was amended by (Law No. 13 of 2016) on Integrity and Anti-Corruption and then (Law No. 25 of 2019).
- The commission undertakes preventive and investigative functions.
- Link to the website of the commission
Whistleblowers' Protection is organized under (system No.62 of 2014).
- This law is generally compatible with the requirements of article 33 of the UN Convention against Corruption.
Access Information is organized under (Law No.47 of 2007).
- According to the Global right to information rating, Jordan scored 56 out of 150 points in terms of the strength of the legal framework.
Declaration of Assets and Interests was organized under (Law No. 21 of 2014 on Illicit Enrichment), later amended by Law No. 27 of 2017 and a second time by Law No. 40 of 2018.
- The regulations of the Asset Disclosure Department at the Ministry of Justice are organized under system (No.111 of 2014) promulgated by article 21 of Law No.21 of 2014.
- The law is generally compatible with best practices on declaration of assets and interests.
In process of institutionalizing Sectoral Corruption Risk Management
Jordan is represented in the Governmental and Non-Governmental categories of the Arab Anti-Corruption and Integrity Network ACINET:
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Each of the Jordanian Integrity and Anti-Corruption Commission, Ministry of Justice, and Public Prosecution are official members of ACINET.
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Each of Partners Jordan, Jordan Transparency Center, and Rasheed Coalition for Integrity and Transparency are members of ACINET’s Non- Governmental Group.
Illicit Enrichment was first criminalized under (Law No.54 of 2006 on Financial Disclosure). Later in 2014, illicit enrichment was criminalized in a separate (Law No.21 of 2014) then some of its provisions were amended by (Law No.40 of 2018). Additional provisions were amended also by (Law No. 25 of 2021).The law is generally compatible with the requirements of article 20 of the UN Convention against Corruption
Jordan scored 47/100 on the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)
- The country regressed 2 points compared to the 2021 CPI
- The country ranked 61/180 countries globally on the 2022 CPI
- The country ranked 4/21 Arab countries on the 2022 CPI
In a participatory manner, Jordan completed the first review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 3&4)
In a participatory manner, Jordan second review cycle of the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption (chapters 2&5) is in process
Disclaimer: This overview is part of the informational series on “Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Arab Countries”. It is developed and regularly updated by UNDP’s Regional Project on Anti-Corruption and Integrity in Arab Countries based on information that is collected and corroborated from open sources to the best ability of its team. UNDP does not warrant that the information is complete and correct and shall not be liable whatsoever for any damages incurred due to its use. For comments or inputs, please contact aciac@undp.org.
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General Information
Area: 2.15 million km²
Population: 34.34 million (World Bank, 2021)
Political System: Hereditary Monarchy
Human Development Index: 0.875/1 (UNDP, 2021)
Key Information
GDP/capita: 19753.31 USD (UNCTADSTAT, 2019)
Gross Debt: 756.03 Billion SAR (IMF, 2020)
Gross Debt as % of GDP: 28.36% (IMF, 2020)
Specialized Anti-Corruption Laws
Saudi Arabia adopted its National Strategy for Maintaining Integrity and Combating Corruption through (Resolution No. 13 in 2007). There is no specific timeframe for this strategy.
The Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority in Saudi Arabia (Nazaha) was established by a (Royal decree No. A/ 65 of 2011) and through (Cabinet Resolution No. 165 of 2011) on the organization of the oversight authority. It undertakes preventive and investigative functions.
Saudi Arabia does not have laws on Illicit Enrichment, Declaration of Assets and Interests, Access to Information, nor on Whistleblowers' Protection.
| Laws | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Anti-corruption Agency | Exists and operational | Exists but not operational | Does not exist | |||
| National Anti-corruption Strategy | Exists | Under development | Does not exist | |||
| Whistleblowers Protection | Compatible with article 33 of UN Convention against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Access to Information | Global RTI rating above 75 | Global RTI rating below 75 | Does not exist | |||
| Declaration of Assets and Interests | Compatible with best practices of declaration of assets & interests | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible | |||
| Illicit Enrichment | Compatible with article 20 of the UN Convention Against Corruption | Partially compatible | Does not exist/Incompatible |
Other information
Saudi Arabia became a state party to the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 29 April 2013.
In 2015, Saudi Arabia completed the first review cycle of the implementation of chapters III and IV of the UN Convention against Corruption. The (executive summary) was published. Saudi Arabia was reviewed by Cambodia and Mozambique.
In 2018, Saudi Arabia completed the second review cycle for the implementation of chapters II and V of the UN Convention against Corruption. The (executive summary) was published. Saudi Arabia was reviewed by Nauru and Ireland.
Saudi Arabia became a State Party to the Arab Convention against Corruption on 29 September 2014.
The National Anti-Corruption Commission-NAZAHA in Saudi Arabia is an official member of the Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network ACINET.
| Arab Anti-corruption and Integrity Network | Official Member of ACINET and its Non-Governmental Group | Official Member of ACINET | Not represented in ACINET nor its Non-Governmental Group | |||
| Arab Convention against Corruption | State Party | Signatory State | Not a state party nor a signatory state | |||
| UN Convention against Corruption | State Party | Signatory State | Not a state party nor a signatory state |
- Saudi Arabia became a state party to the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 29 April 2013.
- In 2015, Saudi Arabia completed the first review cycle of the implementation of chapters III and IV of the UN Convention against Corruption. The (executive summary) was published. Saudi Arabia was reviewed by Cambodia and Mozambique.
- In 2018, Saudi Arabia completed the second review cycle for the implementation of chapters II and V of the UN Convention against Corruption. The (executive summary) was published. Saudi Arabia was reviewed by Nauru and Ireland.