nc Serious Concerns Remain over Japan’s Enforcement of Foreign Bribery Law, Despite Some Positive Developments By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Phase 3 Report on Japan by the OECD Working Group on Bribery evaluates and makes recommendations on Japan'simplementation and application of the OECD Convention on Combating Bribery of Foreign Public Officials in International Business Transactions and related instruments. Full Article
nc Credit crunch squeezing entrepreneurs and small businesses more than big firms By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) requesting loans between 2007 and 2010 faced higher interest rates than for large companies. Loan conditions for SMEs included shortened maturities and increased demands for collateral, suggesting that banks considered smaller firms to be a higher risk. Full Article
nc Gold Supplement to the OECD Due Diligence Guidance By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT This guidance addresses the unique due diligence challenges posed by gold, such as its intrinsic high-value and fungible nature, the non-linear structure of its supply chain, and its multiple downstream uses. Full Article
nc Latin America and Caribbean: Conference on international value chains By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT This meeting aimed to identify practical policy options for Latin American governments in the formulation of their investment promotion strategies with a specific focus on international value chains. Full Article
nc Investment: G20 governments must step up efforts to resist protectionism, says OECD, WTO, UNCTAD report By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 31 Oct 2012 11:00:00 GMT The OECD, WTO and UNCTAD have called on G20 governments to step up efforts to resist protectionism in the face of continuing high unemployment and a weak economic recovery. Full Article
nc Urgent action needed on jobs and governance in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 13:03:00 GMT In response to increasing pressure to deliver on growth, jobs and better governance, policy makers from MENA and OECD reiterated their support for measures to strengthen the business climate and governance in the region. Full Article
nc Typology on Mutual Legal Assistance in Foreign Bribery Cases By www.oecd.org Published On :: Fri, 07 Dec 2012 19:43:00 GMT This study focuses on the challenges that arise in providing and obtaining mutual legal assistance (MLA) in foreign bribery cases. Because these cases take place across borders, effective MLA between countries is crucial for the successful investigation, prosecution and sanctioning of this crime. Full Article
nc OECD seriously concerned by absence of foreign bribery convictions in Spain By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 08 Jan 2013 16:40:00 GMT Spain’s enforcement of its foreign bribery laws has been extremely low, with not a single prosecution out of only seven investigations in 13 years since joining the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention. Spain must vigorously pursue foreign bribery allegations and strengthen its legal framework for fighting bribery by addressing gaps in its Penal Code, says a new OECD report. Full Article
nc New Entrepreneurs and High Performance Enterprises in the Middle East and North Africa By dx.doi.org Published On :: Wed, 06 Feb 2013 18:26:00 GMT The book assesses the current policy context for young enterprises in the MENA region and outlines policy tools and instruments, both indirect and direct, that governments can implement to support new enterprise development. Full Article
nc Third Annual High-Level Anti-Corruption Conference for G20 Governments and Business By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Co-organised by the G20 Russian Presidency and the OECD, with UNODC support, this conference focused on promoting transparency and integrity in organising sport and other major events and cutting-edge measures for governments and business to combat corruption. Full Article
nc Forum on implementing due diligence in the 3Ts and Gold supply chains By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 02 May 2013 16:08:00 GMT Participants in this multi-stakeholder meeting launched the Gold Implementation programme and advanced implementation of due diligence in the 3Ts supply chain to ensure that companies avoid contributing to conflict through their mineral or metal purchasing decisions and practices. Full Article
nc Leaders endorse new G20/OECD principles on long-term investment financing By www.oecd.org Published On :: Fri, 06 Sep 2013 14:00:00 GMT G20 Leaders today endorsed an OECD-launched initiative to encourage the flow of institutional investment towards longer-term assets, such as infrastructure and renewable energy projects, in order to strengthen the global economy. Full Article
nc Global Value Chains offer major opportunity for growth and progress in advanced and developing economies, according to OECD-WTO-UNCTAD report to G20 By www.oecd.org Published On :: Fri, 06 Sep 2013 22:53:00 GMT Global value chains (GVCs) have become a dominant feature of world trade and investment, offering new prospects for growth, development and jobs, according to a new joint report by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Full Article
nc Despite certain progress, the OECD remains concerned with Russia’s compliance with key provisions of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 17 Oct 2013 11:00:00 GMT Russia has yet to address key provisions of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention, which entered into force in Russia in April 2012. It has not yet fully implemented recommendations for strengthening its framework for combating foreign bribery and should be more proactive in detecting, investigating and prosecuting foreign bribery cases. Full Article
nc Forum on implementing due diligence for responsible mineral supply chains By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2013 16:08:00 GMT Participants in this multi-stakeholder meeting reviewed and discussed the implementation of the OECD Due Diligence Guidance and in the 3Ts supply chain to ensure that companies avoid contributing to conflict through their mineral or metal purchasing decisions and practices. Full Article
nc Trade and Investment Week kicks off with responsible business practice conference By www.oecd.org Published On :: Mon, 18 Nov 2013 14:18:00 GMT 18 November 2013 - Asia-Pacific Trade and Investment Week 2013 opened in Bangkok today with a regional conference on responsible business practices jointly organised by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission of Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Full Article
nc Conference on advancing responsible business practices in the Asia-Pacific region By www.oecd.org Published On :: Mon, 18 Nov 2013 18:09:00 GMT Jointly organised by the OECD and ESCAP, this conference focused on the role of governments in supporting and facilitating more sustainable and inclusive business practices in the Asia-Pacific region. Full Article
nc Anti-Corruption Ethics and Compliance Handbook for Business By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 28 Nov 2013 19:28:00 GMT Developed by companies, for companies, with assistance from the OECD, UNODC, and World Bank, this Handbook serves as a useful, practical tool for companies seeking compliance advice in one, easy-to-reference publication. It brings together the major business guidance instruments for companies and illustrates them using real-life, anonymised case studies provided by companies. Full Article
nc OECD Working Group on Bribery report on Ireland launches Wednesday 18 December 2013 By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 17 Dec 2013 17:38:00 GMT The OECD Working Group on Bribery will release a report tomorrow Wednesday 18 December at 12.00 CET/11.00 Dublin time on Ireland’s efforts to fight foreign bribery. Full Article
nc 10th OECD-WTO-UNCTAD report on G20 trade and investment measures By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT This report covers investment measures taken between mid May and mid November 2013 and was prepared in response to the G20 Leaders' request of 2 April 2009 for quarterly public reporting on their adherence to their trade and investment policy commitments. Full Article
nc Conference on promoting responsible investment in Myanmar By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 04 Mar 2014 16:46:00 GMT This conference focused on recent reforms undertaken by the government to improve the investment climate in Myanmar, and the ways that the international community can help ensure that renewed investor interest contributes to sustainable and inclusive development. It featured a discussion of the detailed finding of the recently released OECD Investment Policy Review of Myanmar. Full Article
nc Recommendation of the OECD Council on Effective Public Investment Across Levels of Government By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 12 Mar 2014 17:31:00 GMT Recommendation of the OECD Council on Effective Public Investment Across Levels of Government Full Article
nc Lack of enforcement jeopardises South Africa’s fight against foreign bribery; OECD concerned that political and economic considerations may be an influence By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 18 Mar 2014 11:00:00 GMT South Africa must take urgent steps to proactively investigate and prosecute foreign bribery. No foreign bribery cases have been prosecuted since South Africa joined the Convention in 2007. The 4 on-going investigations – out of only 10 allegations that have surfaced to date – are also far from reaching the prosecution stage, according to a new report by the OECD Working Group on Bribery. Full Article
nc Fourth Annual High-Level Anti-Corruption Conference for G20 Governments and Business By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 11 Jun 2014 23:25:00 GMT Co-organised by the Italian Co-Chair of the G20 Anti-Corruption Working Group and the OECD, participants discussed progress in advancing the key elements of the global anti-corruption agenda and innovative solutions to address the latest challenges facing countries, business and civil society. Full Article
nc Statement of OECD Working Group on Bribery on Spain’s efforts to amend its Penal Code and to enforce its foreign bribery offence By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 12 Jun 2014 14:37:00 GMT The OECD Working Group on Bribery supports Spain’s efforts to further reform its Penal Code to bring its anti-bribery law into line with its international obligations under the OECD Convention on Combatting Bribery of Foreign Public Officials in International Business Transactions. Full Article
nc Statement of OECD on Japan’s Efforts to Increase Foreign Bribery Enforcement By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 12 Jun 2014 14:43:00 GMT Due to serious concerns about the extremely low level of enforcement of Japan’s offence of bribing foreign public officials – just three prosecutions since 1999 – the OECD Working Group on Bribery recommended in December 2013 that Japan establish an Action Plan to organise police and prosecution resources to be able to proactively detect, investigate and prosecute cases of foreign bribery by Japanese companies. Full Article
nc Líneas directrices de la OCDE para empresas multinacionales - La importancia de una conducta responsable por parte de las empresas By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 26 Jun 2014 10:26:00 GMT Este folleto contiene información esencial sobre las Líneas Directrices de la OCDE para empresas multinacionales, que en la actualidad constituyen las recomendaciones más exhaustivas aprobadas por los gobiernos sobre la conducta responsable de las empresas. Full Article
nc Latin America and Caribbean: Conference on infrastructure investment By www.oecd.org Published On :: Mon, 07 Jul 2014 11:16:00 GMT This conference addressed key questions on investment in infrastructure and transport in Latin America and the Caribbean. It brought together policymakers, international experts and other interested stakeholders to discuss concrete policy recommendations to maximise the opportunities and address the challenges in the region. Full Article
nc Self-assessment of South Africa's investment regime in relation to the OECD Codes of Liberalisation and the principle of National Treatment By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 05 Aug 2014 08:43:00 GMT This self-assessment report looks at South Africa's investment regime in the light of the OECD Codes of Liberalisation and the principle of National Treatment. Full Article
nc ADB-OECD Conference on fighting corruption and building trust in Asia and the Pacific By www.oecd.org Published On :: Fri, 05 Sep 2014 11:37:00 GMT 3-4 September 2014, Phnom Penh, Cambodia: This conference focused on the key levers for restoring trust in government and building trust by and in the private sector and civil society. Full Article
nc Webcast on anti-corruption ethics and compliance tools from UNODC, OECD, World Bank By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 16 Sep 2014 14:43:00 GMT Based on the OECD-UNODC-World Bank Anti-Corruption Ethics and Compliance Handbook, this webcast organised by KPMG offered an opportunity for attendees to learn about and understand the value of anti-corruption and ethics compliance best practices and how to use them to enhance their programmes. Full Article
nc Despite progress made and improved legal framework, OECD seriously concerned about Turkey’s level of detection and investigation of foreign bribery By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 23 Oct 2014 11:22:00 GMT Turkey is a significant and geopolitically critical economy. Its companies, like those from many other countries, operate in corruption-prone sectors and countries. In spite of this, only 10 allegations have come to the attention of Turkish authorities since foreign bribery became an offence in Turkey in 2003. Full Article
nc Statement of the OECD Working Group on Bribery on France’s implementation of the Anti-Bribery Convention By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 23 Oct 2014 15:57:00 GMT After a comprehensive review in October 2012, the OECD Working Group on Bribery asked France, through a series of concrete recommendations, to intensify its actions to fight the bribery of foreign public officials and undertake important reforms. Full Article
nc Public Financial Institutions and the Low-carbon Transition: Five Case Studies on Low-Carbon Infrastructure and Project Investment - Environment Working Paper By dx.doi.org Published On :: Thu, 06 Nov 2014 10:41:00 GMT Public financial institutions (PFIs) are well-positioned to act as a key leverage point for governments’ efforts to mobilise private investment in low-carbon projects and infrastructure. This study identifies the tools, instruments and approaches used by five PFIs to directly support and scale-up domestic private sector investment in sustainable transport, energy-efficiency and renewable energy in OECD countries. Full Article
nc Launch of the OECD Foreign Bribery Report By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 02 Dec 2014 23:58:00 GMT The OECD Foreign Bribery Report was launched by the OECD Secretary-General in Paris on 2 December 2014. This ground breaking report analyses data emerging from all foreign bribery enforcement actions concluded since the entry into force of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention and for the first time ‘measures’ the crime of corruption. Full Article
nc 2014 ASEAN-OECD Conference on investment policy in Southeast Asia By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 10 Dec 2014 12:49:00 GMT This conference showcased ASEAN’s regional investment integration achievements and efforts. Practitioners highlighted policy reforms at the national and regional levels and considered practical measures to enhance integration. Ways to successfully attract investment that will strengthen ASEAN supply chains were identified. Full Article
nc France - OECD Anti-Bribery Convention By www.oecd.org Published On :: Mon, 22 Dec 2014 11:46:00 GMT This page contains all information relating to implementation of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention in France. Full Article
nc G20: Remarks for Session 2 - Framework for Strong, Sustainable and Balanced Growth By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 10 Feb 2015 09:49:00 GMT We therefore need a “copernician” change in our approach to the growth – inequality nexus: let’s not think growth first, and inequality thereafter but let’s consider both of them, together, in their circularity. In other words, let’s think “Inclusive Growth”, right from the start, and let’s make it another touchstone of our efforts and complement the Pittsburgh tryptic of strong, sustainable and balanced growth! Full Article
nc Survey on the contribution of SMEs to due diligence for responsible mineral supply chains By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 10 Feb 2015 18:03:00 GMT The German Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources (BGR), supported by the OECD, has initiated a study to assess the contribution of small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) to due diligence for responsible mineral supply chains. To gather information for this study, SMEs were invited to take part on a confidential survey of due diligence activities by SMEs. Full Article
nc Public consultation on the FAO-OECD guidance for responsible agricultural supply chains By www.oecd.org Published On :: Fri, 20 Feb 2015 16:41:00 GMT This public consultation was held to gather comments on the draft FAO-OECD guidance for responsible agricultural supply chains which is designed to help enterprises observe standards of responsible business conduct along their agricultural supply chains. The deadline for comment was 20 February 2015. Full Article
nc Fifth Annual High-Level Anti-Corruption Conference for G20 Governments and Business By www.oecd.org Published On :: Fri, 06 Mar 2015 11:15:00 GMT Jointly organised by the Turkish Presidency of the G20 and the OECD, participants discussed cutting-edge compliance challenges faced by companies in their day-to-day operations and innovative solutions to address these risks. Full Article
nc 15th Tokyo Roundtable on Capital Market and Financial Reform in Asia By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2015 12:41:00 GMT This roundtable offers a forum for regulators, policy-makers, experts, practitioners, scholars and international organisations to discuss issues relating to capital market reform in Asia. Full Article
nc Conference on Investment Treaties: Policy Goals and Public Support By www.oecd.org Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2015 17:54:00 GMT Paris, 16 March 2015: Organised by the OECD-hosted Freedom of Investment Roundtable, this conference assessed opportunities and challenges associated with investment treaties and how the system can be improved. Full Article
nc Public consultation on the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Meaningful Stakeholder Engagement in the Extractives Sector By www.oecd.org Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2015 14:38:00 GMT This public consultation is being held to gather comments on the draft OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Meaningful Stakeholder Engagement in the Extractives Sector which provides practical guidance to mining, oil and gas enterprises in addressing the challenges related to stakeholder engagement. The deadline for comment is 5 June 2015. Full Article
nc Asia-Pacific conference on aligning corporate sustainability with sustainable development goals By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 20 May 2015 12:13:00 GMT With a focus on the Asia-Pacific region, this conference addressed what the Sustainable Development Goals will mean for business and how business sustainability strategies can be aligned to support their implementation. Full Article
nc OECD Ministers launch new framework to boost sustainable investment By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 04 Jun 2015 09:55:00 GMT OECD Ministers have endorsed updated guidelines to help national governments and regional groups create the right conditions to attract domestic and foreign investment. Full Article
nc OECD Ministers reinforce importance of investment for strong, green and inclusive growth By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 04 Jun 2015 13:24:00 GMT The OECD’s Annual Meeting at Ministerial Level reinforced member governments’ support across a broad range of key OECD work. Full Article
nc OECD Working Group on Bribery report on Israel launches Wednesday 24 June 2015 By www.oecd.org Published On :: Mon, 22 Jun 2015 14:56:00 GMT The OECD Working Group on Bribery will release a review of Israel’s efforts to fight foreign bribery on Wednesday 24 June 2015 at 11.00 CET. Full Article
nc OECD encouraged by Israel’s recent investigative activity, but remains seriously concerned with overall efforts to enforce foreign bribery laws By www.oecd.org Published On :: Mon, 22 Jun 2015 16:27:00 GMT Israel is not sufficiently proactive in detecting and investigating foreign bribery, with no prosecutions over the past 7 years, despite 14 allegations of foreign bribery involving Israeli individuals or companies. The OECD Working Group on Bribery is, however, encouraged by the recently-opened investigations, and will pay close attention to how these evolve. Full Article
nc OSAA-OECD high-level event on leveraging pension funds for financing infrastructure development in Africa By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 15 Jul 2015 15:07:00 GMT Addis Ababa - Part of the 3rd International Conference on Financing for Development, this event explored strategies to leverage Africa’s pension funds and other sources of private financing to develop Africa’s infrastructure. Ways to improve the investment climate in Africa using the recently updated Policy Framework for Investment were also be addressed. Full Article