⦁ Zero Tolerance for Bribery: Demonstrating a clear commitment to prohibiting bribery in all forms, including direct or indirect acts of bribery, by anyone acting on behalf of the organization.

⦁ Leadership Commitment: Establishing a top-level commitment to anti-bribery measures, with visible support and involvement from senior management in implementing and maintaining the ABMS.

⦁ Risk-Based Approach: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating bribery risks that the organization faces in its operations, business relationships, and geographical locations.

⦁ Effective Controls and Procedures: Implementing adequate policies, procedures, and internal controls to prevent and detect bribery, including due diligence in business relationships, financial controls, and reporting mechanisms.

⦁ Training and Awareness: Providing anti-bribery training and awareness programs to employees, stakeholders, and relevant third parties to ensure understanding of anti-bribery policies and procedures.

⦁ Third-Party Risk Management: Establishing and enforcing anti-bribery requirements and standards for third parties, such as agents, suppliers, and business partners.

⦁ Reporting and Investigation: Establishing procedures for reporting suspected or actual instances of bribery and ensuring the investigation and appropriate actions are taken.

⦁ Continuous Improvement: Promoting a culture of continual improvement by regularly reviewing and enhancing anti-bribery measures based on the organization’s experiences and changing circumstances.

⦁ Compliance with Legal and Regulatory Requirements: Ensuring compliance with anti-bribery laws and regulations applicable in different jurisdictions where the organization operates.

⦁ Confidentiality and Protection of Whistleblowers: Protecting whistleblowers and maintaining confidentiality to encourage reporting of suspected bribery without fear of retaliation.