INTERPOL Anti Corruption and Financial Crime Unit
Channel: INTERPOL
Date: 2016-11-16

Corruption is universal. It affects all regions of the world and all levels of society, but the impact is greatest in developing countries.
The effects are far-reaching: corruption can undermine political, social and economic stability, and ultimately threaten the safety and security of society as a whole.
Corruption creates a fertile ground for organized criminal activities, even terrorism, as criminals are aided in their illegal activities by the complicity of corrupt public officials.
Economic globalization has made corruption a borderless crime. The competitive world of international business can leave companies exposed to bribes and fraudulent financial practices. Corrupt transactions can cross multiple jurisdictions, making the ensuing police investigation time-consuming and complex.