Basic Preconditions of Anti-Corruption Strategies

The goal of the Anti-Corruption Strategy is to overcome corruption, to eliminate its root causes and the conditions conducive of its proliferation, to build a sound moral and psychological environment, which, in turn, will power the attainment of sustainable democratic institutions, a civil society, and a state based on the rule of law, the enhancement of free economic competition, economic development, and poverty reduction. In fighting corruption, there are preconditions/elements which should be considered at national and international levels. The implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption relies on the effective implementation of its pillars. Moreover, special attention should be given to the important elements/preconditions such as a strong and committed political will, Promoting ethics and developing a cultural against corruption and finally the implementation of the Convention needs extensive legal and technical expertise and knowledge.