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UNODC launches two studies on countering corruption in the private sector in India

UNODC launches two studies on countering corruption in the private sector in India

The private sector in India is vibrant and growing - accounting for a large share of the country's gross domestic product (GDP). Around 25 per cent of the GDP can be attributed to public procurement, with the private sector being a main supplier of goods and services. In light of this emerging and growing role, UNODC started two initiatives aiming at encouraging corporate integrity and probity in public procurement.[Read More]

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New report looks at use of cocaine paste in Peru

Report Cover "Pasta Básica de Cocaína. Cuatro décadas de historia, actualidad y desafíos"

A new UNODC report has analyzed for the first time the problem and impact in Peru of pasta basica de cocaína - cocaine paste, PBC, pasta, basuco, pitillo or paco as it is commonly known in parts of South America -since its appearance more than four decades ago. The abuse of PBC leads to serious dependence, and has become a growing problem in Peru and many South American countries.[Read More]

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Azeri President visits Vienna, discusses international affairs with the Director General of UN Office in Vienna

President Ilham Heydar oglu Aliyev of the Republic of Azerbaijan visited the United Nations Office in Vienna (UNOV). In a meeting with Yury Fedotov, the Director General of UNOV, who is also the Executive Director of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, the President showed great interest in the work of both organizations. Azerbaijan has maintained an active role in international affairs since it was elected as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for 2012-2013.

President Ilham Heydar oglu Aliyev of the Republic of Azerbaijan visited the United Nations Office in Vienna (UNOV). In a meeting with Yury Fedotov, the Director General of UNOV, who is also the Executive Director of UNODC, the President showed great interest in the work of both organizations. Azerbaijan has maintained an active role in international affairs since it was elected as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for 2012-2013.[Read More]

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