India elected to GlobE Steering Committee on combating corruption

India elected to GlobE Steering Committee on combating corruption

Sub: IR

Sec: Int groupings

Context:

• India was elected to the 15-member GlobE Steering Committee during the plenary session in Beijing on September 26, 2024, following a multistage voting process.

The Global Operational Network of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities (GloBE Network):

• GloBE an international anti-corruption body launched by the G-20, with strong support from India in 2020.
• The GloBE Network was officially launched on June 3, 2021, during UNGA Special Session against Corruption.
• It serves as a platform where agencies from across the world share best practices and criminal intelligence, develop strategies, and support in the common cause of combating corruption.

Members:

• It now has 121 member countries and 219 member authorities.
• The Ministry of Home Affairs is the central authority for GloBE Network, while the CBI and the Enforcement Directorate are its member authorities from India.

Structure:

• Governed by a Steering Committee consisting of one chair, one vice-chair, and 13 members.
• The Steering Committee provides leadership and direction for the network’s initiatives.

Significance of India’s membership:

• As a member, India will help shape the global agenda against corruption and asset recovery.
• India’s expertise and experience in combating corruption will be valuable assets to the GlobE Network.
• During India’s G-20 Presidency in 2023, two high-level principles for combating corruption were adopted, emphasizing the role of the GloBE Network.