Two weeks ago, we began our discussion of the UN Convention Against Corruption that Member States adopted in December 2003. It is the first legally binding and comprehensive anti-corruption instrument at a global level. The Convention came into force in 2005, and Guyana acceded to it in April 2008.
We highlighted the main concerns of the General Assembly about the effects of corruption as contained in its resolution on the matter. We also summarized the foreword and the preamble to the Convention, and we highlighted the key requirements of Chapter II dealing with preventive measures to combat corruption. However, because of space restrictions we were unable to complete the exercise. This we now do. We will then move on to Chapter III dealing with criminalization and law enforcement.
Judiciary and prosecution services
Parties to the Convention are to take steps to strengthen the integrity of the judiciary and to prevent opportunities for corruption among its members, bearing in mind the independence of the judiciary and its crucial role in combating corruption. Such measures may include rules with
