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Helping countries keep track of the money

Money-laundering is a complex crime. UNODC advocates full money laundering compliance and helps countries meet the challenge of tracking money flows.

Money-laundering is a complex crime to tackle as criminals go out of their way to hide their methods. In today's world, money can be moved instantly between jurisdictions, leaving efficient anti-money-laundering work heavily reliant on sophisticated computer equipment and highly skilled enforcement personnel. In many parts of the world, such crime-fighting assets cannot be taken for granted.[Read More]

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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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