Syria and Indonesia Discuss Cooperation in Anti-Corruption Efforts
Syria and Indonesia have held bilateral discussions to explore enhanced cooperation in the fields of oversight, anti-corruption, and mechanisms for the recovery of stolen or smuggled assets. The talks took place on the sidelines of the third ministerial meeting of anti-corruption law enforcement agencies from member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), currently hosted in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Amer Al-Ali, Chairman of the Central Agency for Financial Inspection in Syria, met with Cahya Hardianto Harefa, Secretary-General of Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission. During the meeting, both sides emphasized the importance of fostering integrity and transparency within institutional operations. They noted that such efforts are essential for strengthening the regulatory and administrative capacities of both nations.
According to the Central Agency for Financial Inspection, the discussions focused on exchanging expertise and successful experiences in combating corruption. The delegates sought to leverage international best practices and standards to refine oversight functions and expand the frameworks for institutional collaboration.
During his participation in the ministerial meeting, Al-Ali advocated for intensified efforts among OIC member states to protect public funds and put an end to corrupt practices that deplete national resources. He further underscored Syria’s commitment to finalizing the ratification procedures for the Makkah Convention on Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement. This convention serves as a critical legal framework designed to enhance joint action among signatories, facilitate the pursuit of transnational crimes, and streamline the recovery of financial assets illicitly smuggled across borders.
Separately, the ministerial sessions in Baku addressed a range of files concerning the enforcement of integrity-related laws. The discussions highlighted the need to activate communication channels and provide technical coordination among the oversight bodies of member states. These measures are intended to ensure the consistent application of international transparency standards across public administrations.
Source: Syria Focus Arabic
