Мақолаҳо
COMBATING CORRUPTION IS ONE OF THE KEY ISSUES OF NATIONAL SECURITY AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF SOCIETY
In the modern world, alongside various global security threats such as terrorism, extremism, and illegal drug trafficking, corruption has emerged as a serious social and economic problem. Corruption and other corrupt practices significantly hinder economic development, the protection of human and civil rights and freedoms, as well as the stability and peace of every state. One of the major threats posed by corruption is the loss of public trust in government institutions, which negatively affects the stability of state structures and social confidence.
Today, corruption is no longer solely a domestic issue but has become a global problem. Research shows that corruption has deep historical and social roots and has existed alongside the formation of state systems. Like other global threats, corruption negatively impacts the economic, social, and cultural processes of society, impeding sustainable human and societal development.
Recognized as a “plague of the century,” corruption is a priority concern for international organizations, especially the United Nations. Consequently, on October 31, 2003, the United Nations Convention against Corruption was adopted. December 9 of the same year was declared as the International Anti-Corruption Day.
The Republic of Tajikistan signed this Convention on September 25, 2006, and it was ratified by the country’s Parliament on April 16, 2008. To coordinate anti-corruption efforts and involve civil society, the private sector, and international organizations, the Agency for State Financial Control and Anti-Corruption of the Republic of Tajikistan was established by the decree of the President of Tajikistan, His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, on January 10, 2007. The agency’s main responsibilities include state financial control, prevention, detection, and investigation of corruption offenses, and implementation of comprehensive anti-corruption policies.
Currently, Tajik society is actively engaged in combating corruption with the involvement of government bodies, civil society, and other stakeholders. The fight against corruption cannot be the responsibility of government authorities alone but requires broad public participation and social stability.
The Founder of Peace and National Unity, the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, emphasized in his 2021 address to the Parliament that corruption is a negative phenomenon and a serious threat to society. Combating corruption is a collective duty of government agencies, civil society institutions, and every citizen. To prevent corrupt practices, all government bodies, media, and civil society institutions must work in coordination and with high responsibility.Since gaining independence and under the constructive policy of the President, Tajikistan has taken significant steps in fighting corruption. Relevant legislation such as the Law on Combating Corruption (2005), the Law on the Agency for State Financial Control and Anti-Corruption (2008), and the Law on Anti-Corruption (2020), along with national anti-corruption strategies for 2008–2012, 2013–2020, and 2021–2030, have strengthened the legal and institutional framework for anti-corruption efforts.
The fight against corruption is a shared responsibility, and only through cooperation and accountability can corruption be reduced and society guided towards genuine development and justice.
Mahmadalizoda Nilufar,
assistant of the Department of
foreign language
