REGIONAL FEATURES AND EXPERIENCES OF INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION IN INVESTIGATING CORRUPTION CRIMES
Keywords:
corruption, regional cooperation, anti-corruption mechanisms, transnational corruption, evidence exchange, joint investigations, regional organizations, comparative analysis.Abstract
This study examines the regional features and experiences of international cooperation in investigating corruption crimes, analyzing institutional frameworks, operational mechanisms, and effectiveness across diverse geographical contexts. It explores how regional organizations, including the European Union, Association of Southeast Asian Nations, African Union, and Organization of American States, have developed tailored anti-corruption approaches to address transnational corruption. The research highlights variations in legal traditions, investigative techniques, and evidence-gathering protocols, supported by case studies demonstrating successful regional collaboration. Challenges such as legal harmonization, jurisdictional conflicts, and resource disparities are identified, with recommendations proposed to enhance cross-regional cooperation. The findings underscore the importance of context-specific regional mechanisms in complementing global frameworks like the United Nations Convention against Corruption, emphasizing the need for strengthened networks, harmonized legislation, and technological advancements to combat corruption effectively.
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