In a meeting presided over by the Minister of State Didier Guillaume, members of Monaco’s government gathered on Thursday 12th September alongside two key experts, Marc Segonds and Gilles Duteil, to discuss the implementation of measures aimed at combating corruption. These experts have been instrumental in guiding the Principality through the development and execution of its anti-corruption framework.

The meeting follows the release of the Group of States against Corruption (GRECO) report on 24th July 2024, which highlighted several areas where Monaco must reinforce its stance against corruption, particularly within its senior governmental ranks. GRECO’s evaluation called for improvements, especially regarding top-ranking officials, and suggested a more transparent approach to governance and accountability in the public sector.

According to a statement by the government, officials worked through various themes during this session, aiming to develop concrete actions to meet GRECO’s recommendations. The Principality of Monaco reaffirmed its commitment to advancing its anti-corruption measures while respecting its unique institutional framework.

The government says that the discussions aimed at ensuring that Monaco continues to evolve in alignment with international standards, focusing on increasing transparency and implementing robust mechanisms to prevent unethical practices.

Meanwhile, a dedicated session was held for the General Secretariat of the Government and the Directors General of the Ministerial Departments, with a focus on ensuring that anti-corruption policies permeate all levels of governance.

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