The Second Dushanbe Anti-Corruption Forum, titled “20 Years of the State Financial Control and Anti-Corruption Agency of the Republic of Tajikistan: Achievements and Prospects,” opened today at the National Theatre of Tajikistan.
The forum is organized by the State Financial Control and Anti-Corruption Agency of the Republic of Tajikistan. Its objectives include promoting an anti-corruption culture, strengthening civil society engagement in combating corruption, expanding international cooperation and presenting the country’s achievements in this area.
The event brings together representatives of government bodies, ministries and agencies, international organizations, anti-corruption authorities from 15 countries, and civil society.
Addressing the opening ceremony, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan Hokim Kholiqzoda emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts and comprehensive cooperation among government institutions, civil society and international organizations in addressing contemporary challenges and achieving long-term objectives in combating corruption.
“Against the backdrop of global challenges, coordinating efforts and strengthening multifaceted cooperation among government agencies, civil society and international organizations is not merely an urgent necessity, but an important strategic instrument for achieving sustainable, long-term results in combating corruption,” he said.
Kholiqzoda noted that the forum provides an important platform for reviewing the achievements of anti-corruption institutions, exchanging best practices, strengthening international cooperation and developing modern approaches to addressing corruption.
The forum’s program includes three thematic sessions focusing on current issues in combating corruption and expanding international cooperation.
Source: Khovar News Agency · khovar.tj
