Fight against corruption

Corruption enriches the few, but weakens society as a whole. Corruption undermines the rule of law and democracy; it leads to the wasting of public funds; it distorts competition; it hampers trade and inhibits investments. Hence, corruption is unanimously recognized as a major evil.

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General information

Corruption harms society as a whole, undermines trust in public institutions and distorts economic processes.

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Instruments and initiatives

Switzerland supports various international instruments aimed at fighting corruption and is actively involved in the further development of these measures.

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Information for companies

SECO has published a publication on corruption in international business transactions. Its aim is for companies to become familiar with the applicable regulations of the Swiss criminal law.

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Contact

State Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO
Foreign Economic Affairs Directorate
Special Foreign Economic Service / International Investment and Corporate Sustainability
Holzikofenweg 36
CH - 3003 Bern