International Cooperation 16. Since corruption has become a global problem it is important to promote regional and international cooperation in fighting it. One way to promote such cooperation is to adopt a convention with provisions which include all or most of the above principles. In addition at the regional level states can cooperate by harmonizing laws and procedures, render mutual assistance in investigations and prosecutions, including extradition, establish mechanisms for the exchange of ideas, information and intelligence on anti-corruption techniques and cooperate in training. Corruption is criminalized in many countries.
Many countries engage in mutual assistance in criminal matters.
At the international or regional level therefore, governments should establish a mechanism for cooperation. International cooperation-operation is also required in detection of corruption in international business transactions, procurement etc. This is where leaders and decision making authorities are influenced to make decisions that are not compatible with national interests. International arms trade is perceived to be a source of grand corruption. This area is surrounded by secrecy, commissions and bribes.