Article 1

Statement of purpose

The purposes of this Convention are:
(a) To promote and strengthen measures to prevent and combat corruption
more efficiently and effectively;
(b) To promote, facilitate and support international cooperation and technical
assistance in the prevention of and fight against corruption, including in asset
recovery;
(c) To promote integrity, accountability and proper management of public
affairs and public property.
 

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