The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), which has faced public criticism, has unveiled a five-year roadmap aimed at combating corruption.
The roadmap is categorised into five key areas: governance and institutional development; strengthening administrative management to achieve effective results; enhancing the national integrity system; bolstering state procurement and the governance of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs); and preventing and taking action against political corruption.
"One of the most critical components of this five-year plan is the prevention of corruption within the political sphere. This includes establishing mechanisms for fair elections, advocating for transparency in recruitment processes, and working to maintain public trust in state institutions," the Commission stated.
The ACC noted that the plan also focuses on institutional strengthening by building staff capacity and ensuring a conducive and satisfactory working environment for employees.
Furthermore, the Commission has decided to reform its internal regulations to ensure evidence-based and result-oriented outcomes, while streamlining investigation and prosecution processes under the new roadmap.
According to the Commission, the plan prioritises fostering integrity through awareness programs for all age groups and expanding training initiatives via the Maldives Anti-Corruption Academy.
Special measures have also been outlined to identify high-risk State-Owned Enterprises, reform their internal systems, and strengthen the monitoring of procurement processes.
This plan represents a significant step toward achieving the ACC's objectives. It is intended to serve as a robust foundation for enhancing national integrity and reducing acts of corruption in the Maldives over the next five years.
The ACC formulated this strategic plan at a time when public confidence in the institution had significantly waned.
