Thousands gather in Vilnius for IACC 2024 to combat corruption, share insights and form groundbreaking alliances
The 2024 International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC) kicks off today, bringing together thousands of individuals from around the world dedicated to fighting corruption, sharing insights and fostering groundbreaking alliances. This year’s conference is being held in Vilnius, Lithuania, from June 18-21.
Under the theme “Confronting Global Threats: Standing Up for Integrity,” the conference is set to bring together decision-makers, activists, journalists, civil society groups and business people from over 140 countries. The event promises to be a dynamic space for frank debates, new revelations, fresh perspectives and joint action. Discussions will cover the most pressing corruption issues facing the world today, including the risks of organized crime, the climate crisis and ways in which leaders can advance business integrity and protect anti-corruption fighters. Attendees will also explore seven global risks and participate in special sessions designed to shape the future of anti-corruption efforts.
Simultaneously, from the Pacific region, an official delegation from Papua New Guinea has been making strides in the international fight against corruption. The delegation, tasked with combating corruption, has updated the United Nations in Vienna, Austria, on the country’s progress and exchanged best practices with international partners.
Supported by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) under the Papua New Guinea Anti-Corruption Project—funded by the European Union—Papua New Guinea made significant contributions to the UN Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) Implementation Review Group (IRG), Working Group on Asset Recovery, and the Expert Meeting to Enhance International Cooperation, held at the United Nations in Vienna last week.
The PNG delegation is now in Vilnius and will be participating in the week-long conference. PNG has established a fully functioning Independent Commission against Corruption (ICAC) with preventative, investigative and prosecution powers and has recently endorsed the ratification of the United Nations Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC). Addressing corruption and building an integrity system within the country is a strategic priority of the current Papua New Guinea Government.
Papua New Guinea continues to be an active contributor to advancing regional anti-corruption initiatives, such as the implementation of the Teieniwa Vision under the 21-member states Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS).
