07-05-2025
Oman signs anti-corruption cooperation pact with OIC states
Malé, Maldives – Oman has signed the Makkah Agreement for cooperation among Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states in the field of enforcing anti-corruption laws, aiming to enhance regional collaboration in combating corruption and promoting integrity.
The agreement was signed during the Saudi-Maldives International Forum for Integrity Enhancement held in the Maldives on May 6 and 7. The event was co-organised by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Maldives. Oman's delegation at the forum was led by H E Sheikh Ghosn bin Hilal al Alawi, Chairman of State Audit Institution.
The Makkah Agreement seeks to enhance cooperation between law enforcement authorities of OIC countries in preventing, investigating and prosecuting corruption-related crimes. It also covers the recovery of criminal proceeds and promotes exchange of technical assistance, expertise and training among member states.
The agreement addresses a wide range of corruption offences, including bribery of public and foreign officials, embezzlement, trading in influence, abuse of functions, illicit enrichment, private-sector bribery, laundering of criminal proceeds, concealment and obstruction of justice.
Oman participated actively in the preparatory meetings to review and discuss the draft agreement and submitted its recommendations.
