Baku:The Federal Commission of Integrity has finalized a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Public Prosecution Office of the Republic of Azerbaijan and signed a cooperation program with the Prosecutor General’s Office of the Russian Federation. These agreements were made during the third meeting of heads of anti-corruption law enforcement agencies from member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), held in Baku.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the MoU with Azerbaijan focuses on enhancing bilateral cooperation in preventing and combating corruption. It includes the exchange of information, expertise, and the development of personnel capabilities. The agreement also covers cooperation on legal assistance requests, asset recovery, and the pursuit of individuals wanted for corruption, ensuring coordination with relevant national authorities.

Additionally, the MoU outlines plans for joint training programs, workshops, and awareness-raising activities aimed at promoting integrity and transparency. These efforts are intended to strengthen methods for preventing corruption.

In a related development, the Commission signed a cooperation program with the Prosecutor General’s Office of the Russian Federation for 2027-2028, building on a 2023 memorandum. This program includes meetings and seminars on preventing and detecting corruption, financial investigations, and asset recovery related to corruption offenses. It also involves training for the Commission’s staff, the exchange of specialized publications, and periodic joint working group meetings to enhance coordination and expertise exchange.