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BRICS countries reaffirm commitment to combat corruption, welcome cooperation on fugitive offenders

BRICS countries reaffirm commitment to combat corruption, welcome cooperation on fugitive offenders
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BrazilChinaEgyptEthiopiaIndiaIndonesiaIranRussiaSaudi ArabiaSouth AfricaUnited Arab Emirates
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Source: The Economic Times | Original Published At: 2026-09-12 17:01:00 UTC

Key Points

  • BRICS countries reaffirmed their commitment to prevent and combat corruption in the New Delhi Declaration adopted during the BRICS Summit under India's chairship.
  • The declaration welcomed the establishment of the BRICS Expert Network on Asset Recovery to strengthen cooperation among focal points and experts.
  • BRICS members welcomed the BRICS Repository on Informal Cooperation for Tracing Fugitive Offenders Sought for Corruption and Supporting Extradition.
  • The grouping recognized progress made by the BRICS Anti-Corruption Working Group in strengthening cooperation on asset recovery and cross-border corruption.
  • BRICS countries said discussions are continuing on a proposed Network of Law Enforcement Practitioners to enhance cooperation on fugitive offenders.
  • Members reaffirmed their commitment to implementing relevant international agreements, particularly the United Nations Convention against Corruption.
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