India elected to GlobE Steering Committee on combating corruption
- September 27, 2024
- Posted by: OptimizeIAS Team
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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.