Maldives is set to participate in the 11th Session of the Conference of the States Parties (CoSP11) to the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), scheduled to take place from 15 to 19 December 2025 in Doha, Qatar.

The biennial conference, organized by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in collaboration with Qatar, serves as the primary decision-making forum for the UNCAC. It brings together representatives from States Parties, intergovernmental organizations, and civil society to evaluate progress, adopt resolutions, and enhance international cooperation in the fight against corruption.

During CoSP11, participating States will review implementation of the UNCAC through its Implementation Review Mechanism, share best practices, and discuss strategies to strengthen anti-corruption measures globally. The conference also provides a platform to foster technical assistance, capacity-building, and multi-stakeholder engagement, including with civil society and the private sector.

With Anti-Corruption Commission of Maldives representatives of Ministry of Finance and Planning and NGOs are set to participate in this prestigious event.

ACC’s participation underscores the Maldives’ commitment to promoting transparency, good governance, and anti-corruption initiatives. It provides a valuable opportunity to engage with international counterparts, exchange experiences, showcase national progress, and contribute to shaping the future direction of UNCAC implementation.

Through its engagement at CoSP11, ACC aims to strengthen international cooperation, access technical support, and reinforce political commitment to global anti-corruption efforts.

About UNCAC:

The United Nations Convention against Corruption is the only legally binding universal anti-corruption instrument, promoting measures to prevent corruption, criminalize corrupt practices, enhance international cooperation, and support asset recovery. The Maldives has been a member of the UNCAC since March 22, 2007, and continues to demonstrate strong commitment to its principles. The country has implemented extensive domestic reforms, including the establishment of the independent Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) under the 2008 Constitution, the enactment of legislation such as the Prevention and Prohibition of Corruption Act (2000) and the ACC Act (2008), and the development of strategies like the National Asset Recovery Roadmap and model laws to ensure illicit gains are forfeited.