PUBLISHED: 9 Dec 2024 at 17: 38
In an effort to raise the country’s Corruption Perceptions Index ( CPI ) score from 35 to over 50, the government has pledged to take action to combat corruption.
Chousak Sirinil, the secretary of the prime minister’s office, made the oath on International Anti-Corruption Day on Monday.
The event was co-organised by the National Anti-Corruption Commission ( NACC), the Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission ( PACC), and the Anti-Corruption Organization of Thailand.
The 20-Year National Strategy ( 2018-2037 ) includes a CPI target score of over 50 for the nation.
The meeting, attended by 3, 000 individuals, featured some hobbies and shows that supported the principles of eradicating problem.
In his presentation address, Mr Chousak acknowledged that problem has been a frequent topic in Thailand, causing significant injury to the country’s business, politics and international standing.
He pointed out that the government’s CPI index has remained sluggish at 35-36 out of 100 over recent years, reflecting limited progress in addressing the issue.
The state, according to Mr. Chousak, is committed to accountability and good management.
He claimed that as part of this, the government had pledged to uphold the rule of law, assure effective funds control, and support efforts to end corruption with the public interest in mind.
The secretary highlighted important anti-corruption methods, including strengthening legal systems, promoting online transparency in public services, ensuring merit-based appointments, reducing opportunities for corruption, and making position operations more visible.
He even advocated for greater cooperation between the public and private sectors, arguing that tackling problem may be a shared national concern.
He stressed the importance of integrating anti-corruption measures into the 20-year national strategy ( 2018-2037 ) to ensure long-term, systemic reforms.
Moreover, he said, the government aims to improve reporting procedures, making it easier for individuals to record corruption cases.
The event’s culmination was marked by a conventional declaration led by Mr. Chousak, in which individuals pledged to act honestly, accept corruption, and place public curiosity above personal gain.
They even vowed to protect Thailand’s key organizations, including the king, religion and state, while adhering to the principles of justice and clarity.
” Tomorrow’s event reflects a strong commitment to addressing problem seriously and consistently. It likewise demonstrates the social position of all areas of the Thai culture to neither committed, survive, nor remain oblivious to corruption”, Mr Chousak concluded.