Preamble

This document serves as a blueprint for collaboratively developing and promoting it across all agencies worldwide, with the aim of combating corruption at all levels of society.

Anti-Corruption Constitution

1. Fundamental Principles

   Declare transparency, accountability, and integrity as foundational principles of governance.

2. Separation of Powers

   Establish clear separation between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches to prevent undue influence and collusion.

3. Accountability Mechanisms

   Implement robust systems for oversight, including independent anti-corruption agencies with authority to investigate and prosecute corruption. Mandate regular audits of government finances and contracts, with public disclosure of findings.

4. Whistleblower Protection

   Enact laws to protect whistleblowers from retaliation and provide incentives for reporting corruption.

5. Conflict of Interest Provisions

   Require public officials to disclose financial interests and recuse themselves from decisions where conflicts may arise.

6. Public Access to Information

   Guarantee the right of citizens to access government information, ensuring transparency in decision-making processes.

7. Ethical Standards and Code of Conduct

   Establish clear ethical guidelines for public officials and employees, with consequences for violations.

8. Asset Declaration and Recovery

   Mandate the declaration of assets by public officials and implement mechanisms for the recovery of assets obtained through corruption.

9. Education and Awareness

   Promote civic education and awareness campaigns to foster a culture of intolerance towards corruption.

10. International Cooperation

    Commit to cooperating with international bodies and neighboring countries to combat transnational corruption and money laundering.

11. Enforcement and Penalties

    Ensure swift and impartial enforcement of anti-corruption laws, with severe penalties for offenders, including fines, imprisonment, and confiscation of assets.

12. Regular Review and Amendment

    Establish a mechanism for regular review and amendment of anti-corruption measures to adapt to evolving challenges and best practices.

13. Citizen Participation

    Encourage citizen participation in governance through mechanisms such as citizen oversight committees and participatory budgeting.

14. Sanctions for Corporations

    Impose strict penalties on corporations found guilty of engaging in corrupt practices, including fines, dissolution, and exclusion from public procurement contracts.

15. Local Government Oversight

    Extend anti-corruption measures to local governments, ensuring accountability and transparency at all levels of governance.

16. Judicial Independence

    Safeguard judicial independence to ensure fair and impartial adjudication of corruption cases.

17. Public Procurement Reform

    Implement transparent and competitive procurement processes to prevent corruption in government contracts.

18. Political Financing Reform

    Regulate political financing to prevent undue influence and corruption in elections.

19. Civil Society Engagement

    Foster partnerships with civil society organizations to strengthen anti-corruption efforts and promote transparency and accountability.