Anti-Corruption Policies in Asia and the Pacific: The Legal and Institutional Frameworks

With corruption becoming a focus of public attention in Asian and Pacific societies, 23 governments, including Australia, China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea, have joined forces to endorse an anti-corruption action plan. Providing experts and policy makers with a tool for analyzing the efficiency and effectiveness of anti-corruption reforms, this report allows the public to measure the progress achieved. A list of the objectives and priorities for reform is included, as are discussions of the development of effective transparent systems for public service, the strengthening of antibribery initiatives, and the promotion of integrity in business operations.