Kazakhstan expands cooperation in the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption

Vienna, February 17-21, 2025 - the Anti-Corruption Agency of Kazakhstan participated in the sixteenth session of the Implementation Review Group of the United Nations Convention against Corruption.

The session was devoted to the functioning of the Mechanism of the Review of Implementation, the provision of technical assistance to States Parties, and the exchange of information on best practices in combating corruption. Kazakhstan contributes actively to enhancing the effectiveness of the review mechanism by supporting efforts to strengthen monitoring and implement best practices.

On the margins of the session, the Kazakh delegation also held bilateral meetings with representatives of other participating States and international organizations, during which agreements were reached to further strengthen cooperation in the area of anti-corruption.

For reference: the UN Convention against Corruption was adopted on October 31, 2003, and entered into force on December 14, 2005. This document is the only legally binding instrument of universal character in the fight against corruption. A total of 191 States Parties have acceded to the Convention, committing themselves to implement anti-corruption measures in legislation, government institutions, and law enforcement.