Tunisia's High Authority for Administrative and Financial Control, led by its president Imad Al-Hazqi, is participating in the 6th Conference of States Parties to the Arab Convention against Corruption, held in Doha from September 21 to 23, 2026. The conference brings together representatives from various countries to discuss ways to combat corruption and promote integrity in the public and private sectors. Tunisia's participation in the conference reflects its commitment to fighting corruption and promoting good governance.
In his speech, Al-Hazqi emphasized Tunisia's efforts to combat corruption and promote the rule of law. He highlighted the country's initiatives to review legislative texts, simplify administrative procedures, and digitize public services to reduce the risk of corruption. These efforts aim to promote transparency and accountability in the public and private sectors. Al-Hazqi also stressed the importance of international cooperation in combating corruption.
Al-Hazqi noted that Tunisia is committed to activating accountability mechanisms at all levels of the state and supporting oversight structures to combat corruption. He emphasized that those involved in corruption cases, regardless of their positions, will face the consequences of their actions. This is part of a broader effort to promote a culture of integrity and accountability in Tunisia. The country is also working to revive the judicial reconciliation process and build a societal culture that is aware of the risks of corruption.
The conference provides a platform for countries to share experiences and best practices in combating corruption. Al-Hazqi called for enhanced cooperation between Arab countries and international organizations to develop effective mechanisms for combating corruption. He also stressed the importance of facilitating the recovery of stolen assets, in line with the United Nations Convention against Corruption. This requires a coordinated effort from countries to develop effective mechanisms for asset recovery.
On the sidelines of the conference, Al-Hazqi held bilateral talks with counterparts from other Arab countries. They discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in the field of anti-corruption and explore new opportunities offered by modern digital technologies and artificial intelligence to combat corruption. These discussions aimed to identify areas for collaboration and knowledge sharing to enhance anti-corruption efforts.
The Tunisian delegation's participation in the conference reflects the country's commitment to international cooperation in combating corruption. Tunisia is working to strengthen its anti-corruption framework and promote a culture of integrity and accountability. The country's efforts to combat corruption are crucial in promoting good governance and sustainable development. The conference provides a platform for countries to share experiences and best practices in combating corruption.
The conference concluded with a call for countries to redouble their efforts to combat corruption and promote integrity. The participants emphasized the importance of international cooperation and the need for countries to work together to develop effective mechanisms for combating corruption. Tunisia's participation in the conference reflects its commitment to these efforts and its determination to promote good governance and accountability.
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- Tunisia's High Authority for Administrative and Financial Control leads the country's delegation to the 6th Conference of States Parties to the Arab Convention against Corruption in Doha.
