The changing landscape of anti-corruption regulation and enforcement has triggered important discussions around the role of ethics and compliance in business strategies and in the economy as a whole. It has also given impetus to the narrative that anti-corruption compliance programmes are inevitably costly, potentially ineffective and bureaucratic.

This research from the U4 Anti-Corruption Resource Centre highlights that integrating anti-corruption measures within sustainability reporting frameworks can enhance corporate transparency and contribute to reducing corruption risks. However, inconsistent global sustainability standards and enforcement challenges limit the effectiveness of these measures.

The research presents evidence and practice from the development cooperation sector to support practitioners in navigating governance and accountability frameworks in the private sector.

Transparency International, in consultation with its national Chapters and partners, has developed this blueprint to guide the implementation of future Integrity Pacts according to good practice. The blueprint is addressed to practitioners in government, the private sector, civil society and development partners wishing to safeguard public procurement projects with strategic policy, financial and social value. The blueprint provides in-depth guidance on the IP implementation process, including:

This set of recommendations offers practical guidance on the use of non-trial resolutions in addressing foreign bribery cases. It was developed by the Recommendation 6 Network, a diverse group of academics, lawyers, corporate officers, NGOs, and other stakeholders, following the OECD Secretary General’s High-Level Advisory Group Report in March 2017.

The recommendations include:

The publication explores the anti-corruption efforts and challenges encountered by Thai companies. Drawing from one-on-one consultations with member companies, this publication offers insights into internal anti-corruption efforts through case studies, examines interactions with the state, and emphasises the pivotal role of the private sector in fostering Collective Action against corruption.