Kuwait calls UN to adopt effective anti-graft measures

VIENNA: Director General of Kuwait's Public Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha) Abdulrahman Al-Nemash stressed yesterday Kuwait's keenness on strengthening cooperation ties with international anti-corruption organizations. Nemash said following the conclusion of the 10th International Anti-Corruption Conference (OECD), that Kuwait, according to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah's vision, is looking forward to more joint work with regional and international organizations to reach a world that enjoys safety, security and sustainable development. He added that these conferences are considered opportunities for countries to showcase their experiences in fighting corruption. The Kuwaiti delegation that participated in the conference comprises several senior officials of Kuwait's Public Anti-Corruption Authority.

Effective measures
Kuwait had urged UN Convention against Corruption member-states to adopt several strategies aimed at raising public awareness on anti-corruption. This can be applied in schools, universities, places of worship, and media outlets, a Nazaha official said Wednesday. It is important to train national staff on ways to prevent and combat corruption, Assistant Secretary-General Mohammad Buzubar added in his speech at the meeting. Launching anti-corruption initiatives for students and allocating prizes in that regard is also significant to encourage them on searching and innovating, he said. Nazaha has boosted cooperation with various state bodies in Kuwait to increase public awareness on transparency and anti-corruption. Such an action is essential for attaining effective coordination among various government sectors in the country, said the Kuwaiti official. - KUNA