The full society approach required to combat corruption: President Solih

The full society approach is required in the battle against corruption, says President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih.

The President said this in his message on the occasion of International Anti-Corruption Day, marked on December 9.

As such, stressing that neither policies enacted by the administration alone nor the efforts of a single institution can eliminate corruption, the President urged the collective efforts of all citizens and the whole community against corruption.

Going on to shed light on the commonness of corruption on a global level, President Solih stressed that corruption affects all socioeconomic fronts of the country.

President Solih added that delays in addressing corruption would have far-reaching impacts on national growth, people's financial stability, and communal peace.

The president added that establishing a reliable reporting mechanism and improving transparency and accountability in administration as well as public finance management are some of the most effective ways to combat corruption.

Further, the President shed light on the significance of ensuring that relevant government agencies and institutions have the autonomy and authority to investigate corruption cases.

Voicing his dissatisfaction at even the most minute act of corruption, President Solih reiterated that government institutions and state offices are continually reminded to follow transparency and accountability in adhering to public finance laws and regulations.

Advising the general public to continue reporting all acts of corruption, President Solih added that the efforts of the administration to eliminate corruption require the full support and assistance of the people.

President Solih also noted that the road to eliminating corruption begins at the individual level and within families and societies.