Asset Recovery Strategies in Guinea Get Boost from EU-Funded Project

Strengthening Law and Order in Papua New Guinea

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea - The European Union-funded Project on Preventing and Countering Corruption in Papua New Guinea has given a significant boost to asset recovery and corruption investigations efforts in the country. The project is implemented jointly by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the United Nations Development Programme.

Collaboration with UNODC Enhances Capacity

The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary’s National Fraud and Anti-Corruption Directorate (NFACD) has collaborated with UNODC to increase its capacity through mentoring, training, and other forms of assistance. This collaboration aims to strengthen law enforcement and asset recovery strategies in PNG.

EU Support for Good Governance

The EU-PNG Partnership for Good Governance has allocated approximately 100 million Kina to promote good governance and the respect of the rule of law. The European Union stands by the PNG Government in progressing core reforms to strengthen law and order, including support to police who enforce anti-corruption laws.

Quotes from Key Stakeholders

• “We stand by the PNG Government in their efforts to strengthen law and order and combat corruption,” said Hans Lambrecht, Head of Cooperation of the EU Delegation to Papua New Guinea. “The European Union is committed to supporting the government’s vision for a stronger and more accountable public sector.”
• “Criminal investigations and prosecutions are powerful tools against corrupt conduct,” said Pare Kuiap, incoming Director Prosecutions RPNGC. “We are committed to working together with our partners to ensure that those who engage in corrupt activities are held accountable.”
• “UNODC is proud to partner with RPNGC and support their efforts to strengthen law and order in PNG,” said Graeme Gunn, UNODC PNG Officer-in-Charge and Anti-Corruption Adviser. “The work of the experienced investigators of NFACD is central to the government’s vision to combat corruption.”

Project Objectives

• Enhance anti-corruption and anti-money laundering law enforcement
• Strengthen asset recovery strategies in PNG
• Support the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary, Interim Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), and Office of the Public Prosecutor in investigating and prosecuting corruption cases
• Identify good practices for investigation planning of corruption cases and asset recovery

Conclusion

The EU-funded project has given a significant boost to asset recovery and corruption investigations efforts in PNG. The collaboration between UNODC, RPNGC, and other stakeholders aims to strengthen law enforcement and promote good governance in the country.