Central Bureau of Investigation director Praveen Sood stressed the necessity of international cooperation in combating modern transnational and technology-enabled corruption. Speaking at the Global Operational Network of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities meeting, Sood highlighted the effectiveness of the GlobE Network’s Secure Communication Platform for real-time information exchange.
Sood urged member agencies to collaborate with the CBI, share intelligence, and utilize existing cooperation mechanisms to combat corruption effectively. Emphasizing CBI’s role as INTERPOL’s National Central Bureau, he underscored the agency’s extensive international cooperation efforts in fighting corruption.
He emphasized the importance of timely and coordinated actions in ensuring justice for offenders and recovering illicit assets. Sood commended the GlobE Network for its real-time connectivity and collaboration capabilities, aiming to strengthen global anti-corruption efforts with India’s full commitment.
Enforcement Directorate chief Rahul Navin, at the same meeting, highlighted the significance of asset recovery under the United Nations Convention Against Corruption framework. He mentioned the ED’s restitution of assets totaling nearly $5.6 billion, with a substantial portion recovered in recent years. India’s active role in asset recovery globally was acknowledged, positioning the country as a key player in the international anti-corruption landscape.
