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CAR’s Transparency and Exemplarity Pact: A Key to Strengthening Governance

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Bangui, Central African Republic - The government of the Central African Republic (CAR) has launched a transparency and exemplarity pact aimed at improving the country’s financial management and combating corruption.

What is the pact?

The pact is part of the government’s efforts to enhance transparency and accountability in its dealings with citizens. According to officials, the pact will help to promote good governance, attract foreign investment, and reduce corruption.

“The transparency and exemplarity pact is a key tool for strengthening governance in CAR,” said [Name], Minister of Finance. “It will enable us to improve our financial management, increase transparency, and combat corruption.”

Measures included

The pact includes measures to:

  • Improve the legal framework for fighting corruption
  • Promote transparency
  • Strengthen law enforcement
  • Establish rules of law that affect the business environment
  • Prevent money laundering and terrorist financing
  • Enhance public access to government information

Transparency: A Key Component

Improving transparency is essential for building government legitimacy and addressing weaknesses in the governance structure. The RCPCA in CAR recognizes the importance of transparency in controlling weaknesses and promoting good governance.

“The statutory framework for transparency provides good foundations, but urgent measures are needed to be completely effective,” said [Name], Head of Transparency International. “Fiscal transparency addressed by the law of December 2017 is a step in the right direction, but more needs to be done.”

Efficiency Frontier

The pact also aims to promote efficiency in spending on health and education. According to data from the World Bank, CAR’s healthcare system is one of the most inefficient in the world, with a ratio of teachers per 100 students that is below the regional average.

“We need to improve our spending on health and education to ensure that our citizens have access to quality services,” said [Name], Minister of Health. “The efficiency frontier of spending in secondary education is a key area for improvement.”

Corruption Perception Index

CAR’s Corruption Perception Index (CPI) has been declining over the past few years, reflecting concerns about corruption and impunity.

“We need to address corruption and impunity to promote good governance and attract foreign investment,” said [Name], Head of Transparency International. “The CPI is a key indicator of the country’s governance performance.”

Conclusion

In conclusion, the transparency and exemplarity pact is a vital tool for strengthening governance in CAR. It will promote transparency, accountability, and good governance, and help to attract foreign investment and reduce corruption. The government’s commitment to improving transparency and combating corruption is essential for building trust with citizens and promoting sustainable development.

Sources

  • World Bank
  • Transparency International
  • IMF FAD Expenditure Assessment Tool (EAT)
  • Central African Republic Government

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