| – invites political leaders, public to participateToday is “International Anti-Corruption Day” in accordance with the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) and Transparency International Guyana Inc (TIGI) has organized a march today against the scourge.The march will commence from 10.00hrs from the Umana Yana to Parliament Buildings and back.According to President of TIGI, Anand Goolsarran,China Jerseys, “this is an event that is open to participation by the public.”He indicated that TIGI has extended invitations to the President, Prime Minister Sam Hinds, Presidential Advisor Gail Teixeira, Opposition Leader David Granger, Dr. Rupert Roopnarine, Public Accounts Committee Chairman,Cheap Adidas NHL Jerseys, Carl Greenidge, and Alliance for Change (AFC) Leader Khemraj Ramjattan, to join in the march.An invitation has also been extended to the Private Sector Commission and the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce.According to Goolsarran, “We of course encourage all Members of Parliament,Cheap China Jerseys Authentic, non-governmental organizations, the trade union movement and the general public to participate in this day of observance.”UN Secretary General, Ban Ki MoonHe noted too that the Conference of State Parties to the Convention held its Fifth Session in Panama on November at the end of last month, and one of the outcomes of the session is the launch of the new campaign for 2013 under the theme “Zero Corruption – 100 per cent Development”.The focus of the campaign is on how corruption hinders efforts to achieve the internationally agreed upon Millennium Development Goals (MDGs); undermines democracy and the rule of law; distorts markets; erodes the quality of life and allows organized crime and other threats to human security to flourish.Guyana acceded to the UN Convention in April 2008.According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), “this day is an opportunity to raise awareness about corruption and its devastating effects on societies worldwide. Governments, private sector, non-governmental organizations, the media and ordinary citizens around the world are joining forces to fight this crime. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) are at the forefront of these efforts”.According to the TIGI President, “as we observe the International Anti-Corruption Day, let us remember: (a) the proportion of people worldwide whose income is less than US$1.25 a day; (b) the unemployed, including women and young people; (c) those who suffer from hunger; and (d) the 1.2 billion worldwide who live in extreme poverty. Perhaps the best way to remember these unfortunate victims is the observance of a day of fasting which we encourage as many people as possible to undertake.”Meanwhile, UN Secretary General,NFL Jerseys From China, Ban Ki Moon, in his message in observance International Anti-Corruption Day, said that corruption suppresses economic growth by driving up costs, and undermines the sustainable management of the environment and natural resources.He noted that it breaches fundamental human rights, exacerbates poverty and increases inequality by diverting funds from health care, education and other essential services.“The malignant effects of corruption are felt by billions of people everywhere…It is driven by and results in criminal activity, malfunctioning state institutions and weak governance. “According to the UN Secretary General,Wholesale Jerseys China, “Good governance is critical for sustainable development, and vital in combating organized crime…Every link in the trafficking chain is vulnerable to corruption, from the bribes paid to corrupt officials by dealers in arms and drugs to the fraudulent permits and licenses used to facilitate the illicit trade in natural resources.”TIGI President,Anand GoolsaranHe said too that corruption is also rife in the world of sport and business, and in public procurement processes.“In the last decade, the private sector has increasingly recognized its role in fighting corruption. A Call to Action launched by the United Nations Global Compact and partners is mobilizing businesses and Governments to engage in transparent procurement…Guidelines are also being developed to help business fight corruption in sport sponsorship and hospitality.”He said too that the UN is strongly committed to fulfilling its own obligations and.“Operating in some of the world’s most unstable environments, the UN faces multifaceted corruption risks that can undermine our efforts to advance development, peace and human rights…We have developed a robust system of internal controls and continue to remain vigilant and work hard to set an example of integrity.”According to Ban Ki Moon corruption is a barrier to achieving the Millennium Development Goals and needs to be taken into account in defining and implementing a robust post-2015 development agenda.The UN Convention against Corruption, adopted 10 years ago, is the paramount global framework for preventing and combating corruption.Full implementation depends crucially on effective prevention, law enforcement, international cooperation and asset recovery.“On this International Anti-Corruption Day, I urge Governments, the private sector and civil society to take a collective stand against this complex social, political and economic disease that affects all countries…To achieve an equitable, inclusive and more prosperous future for all, we must foster a culture of integrity,Wholesale Jerseys, transparency, accountability and good governance,” the UN Secretary General said. |
