DOHA: HE the United Nations Special Advocate for the Prevention of Corruption Dr. Ali bin Fetais Al Marri underlined that the Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani International Anti-Corruption Excellence Award (ACE Award) sends a message of support to anti-corruption fighters worldwide.
According to Qatar News Agency, HE Dr. Ali bin Fetais Al Marri emphasized the damaging impact of corrupt individuals on society, highlighting the urgency to fight against corruption. The United Nations, with the support of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, presents the ACE Award to offer substantial moral support to anti-corruption advocates, recognizing their contributions on the United Nations list of champions.
His Excellency noted that the ACE Award conveys a powerful message to anti-corruption fighters that they are not alone, as leaders like HH the Amir and international organizations are committed to combating corruption to protect society and uphold individual rights.
The Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani ACE Aw
ard has made a significant global impact, contributing to the establishment and implementation of many anti-corruption laws worldwide, positively influencing societies, His Excellency stressed.
The UN Special Advocate for Anti-Corruption clarified that Qatar does not interfere in the selection of award recipients or host countries. This process is managed by a UN committee, including the Experts Committee and the Board of Trustees, which meticulously evaluate nominees through various subcommittees.
His Excellency explained that HH the Amir had supported the award since its inception by the United Nations, which honored him by naming the award in his recognition. He further mentioned that the award reached Costa Rica, hosting the 8th edition this year, symbolizing robust support for anti-corruption fighters globally.
His Excellency highlighted Costa Rica’s achievements, ranking as the third-leading country in Latin America for combating corruption. Hosting the 8th edition of the award acknowledges and suppo
rts these efforts.
Regarding the award monument’s location, His Excellency noted that it is a collaborative decision between the United Nations and the host country. For instance, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, the monument was placed in the largest residential area, while in Rwanda, it was positioned on a prominent hill. Tunisia chose a public park for the monument site, as HE Al Marri detailed.
HE Dr. Ali bin Fetais Al Marri reiterated that the ACE Award underscores corruption as a global issue, directly affecting nations’ resources and destinies, beyond being a domestic matter.
On the award categories, His Excellency mentioned that initially, the ACE Award had four categories. A fifth category, focusing on combating corruption in sports, was added when Rwanda hosted the award. He indicated that adding more categories would require thorough consideration due to budget constraints.
Concluding his interview with QNA, HE Dr. Ali bin Fetais Al Marri emphasized HH the Amir’s unwavering support for the award, refle
cting a firm commitment to anti-corruption initiatives.