Anticorruption and Integrity: Publications

01 Apr 2019 | Institutional Document

Office of Anticorruption and Integrity: Annual Report 2018

This report presents progress and achievements of the Office of Anticorruption and Integrity implemented or completed in 2018.

31 Dec 2018 | Institutional Document

Policy Implementation Review: the Role of the Asian Development Bank in Relation to Tax Integrity

This policy paper reviews the implementation of ADB's tax integrity policy.

02 Jul 2018 | Institutional Document

Asset Inspection for Project Integrity: A Reference Guide for Executing and/or Implementing Agencies

This guide provides a practical framework for asset inspection in ADB-financed projects. 

31 May 2018 | Institutional Document

A Guidebook on the Compliance Review Function of ADB’s Accountability Mechanism – For ADB Management and Staff

This guidebook serves to explain in detail and improve the understanding of ADB Management and staff of the compliance review function of ADB’s accountability mechanism.

26 Mar 2018 | Institutional Document

Office of Anticorruption and Integrity: Annual Report 2017

ADB is ramping up its efforts to help countries in the Asia and Pacific region combat money laundering and terrorism financing, which is key to achieving inclusive and sustainable development.

15 Nov 2017 | Institutional Document

Third Review of Enhancing the Asian Development Bank's Role in Combating Money Laundering and the Financing of Terrorism

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) Board of Directors adopted the Policy on Combating Money Laundering and the Financing of Terrorism on 1 April 2003. The policy calls on ADB to (i) assist developing member countries (DMCs) in establishing and implementing effective legal and institutional systems to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism; (ii) increase collaboration with other international organizations; (iii) strengthen internal controls to safeguard ADB funds; and (iv) upgrade ADB's staff capacity.

27 Mar 2017 | Institutional Document

Office of Anticorruption and Integrity: Annual Report 2016

ADB is stepping up anticorruption and integrity efforts with an update to its Anticorruption Policy on top of other reforms and policies to be implemented.

20 Mar 2017 | Publication

Handbook on Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism for Nonbank Financial Institutions

Guidance for nonbanking financial institutions, on how to manage risks associated with money laundering and the financing of terrorism.

15 Dec 2016 | Publication

Evaluating and Monitoring Anticorruption Reforms and Programs: Reports on a High-Level Panel Discussion and Training Workshop

Strengthening governance systems and institutional capacities supports effective, timely, and corruption-free delivery of public services.

22 Nov 2016 | Institutional Document

Anticorruption Policy: Enhancing the Role of the Asian Development Bank in Relation to Tax Integrity (Policy Paper)

In December 2016 ADB’s Board of Directors approved an update of its Anticorruption Policy to address tax secrecy, tax evasion, and aggressive forms of tax planning. These are collectively referred to as “tax integrity issues”. The policy update will promote tax integrity in ADB projects and among its member countries. The update includes a new commitment to provide technical assistance to ADB’s developing member countries to stem tax evasion, meet international standards of tax transparency, and participate in global initiatives against aggressive forms of tax planning.