BRICS Members to Discuss Anti-Corruption Measures at Hyderabad Meeting

Source: Lokmat Times | Original Published At: 2026-08-03 09:52:54 UTC

Key Points

• India will host the second meeting of the BRICS Anti-Corruption Working Group and the second meeting of the BRICS Expert Network on Asset Recovery in Hyderabad on August 4–5.
• The meetings are being organized by India’s Department of Personnel and Training under India’s BRICS Presidency 2026.
• Discussions will focus on strengthening international cooperation for asset recovery, combating cross-border corruption, and enhancing transparency and accountability in governance.
• The agenda includes tracing fugitive offenders sought in corruption cases, supporting extradition proceedings, and strengthening information sharing through the BRICS Expert Network on Asset Recovery.
• Participants will exchange experiences on corruption-related risks arising from FinTech, digital assets, and emerging digital financial instruments.
• A side event titled “Ethical Governance through Innovation and Tech-Driven Systems” will address digital public procurement, citizen engagement, transparency, accountability, and integrity in public administration.
• The Hyderabad meeting is the final Anti-Corruption Working Group meeting under India’s BRICS Presidency and is expected to consolidate progress achieved during the year.