LocationsUNDP supports PMNEC in establishing a Whistleblower Call Center
October 21, 2024
A batch of IT equipment was handed over to the PMNEC to help establish the call center
To support the Department of Prime Minister and National Executive Council (PMNEC) in establishing a Whistleblower Call Center within the department, UNDP, through the European Union-funded PNG Anti-Corruption Project, officially handed over a batch of IT equipment to the Department of Prime Minister and National Executive Council (PMNEC) on 16 October 2024.
The call center will serve as an outlet for staff of PMNEC to report any corruption or wrongdoing within the department. Such mechanisms have proven to be effective in curbing misuse of finances in the public sector in other countries around the globe.
The equipment was handed over during a formal ceremony attended by the Ambassador of the European Union to Papua New Guinea, H.E. Jacques Fradin; UNDP Deputy Resident Representative, Mr. Aadil Mansoor; and the Deputy Secretary of PMNEC, Mr. Joshua Uvau.
UNDP Deputy Resident Representative, Mr. Aadil Mansoor, emphasized UNDP's commitment to combating corruption in Papua New Guinea
In his opening remarks UNDP Deputy Resident Representative, Mr. Aadil Mansoor, stated that the provision of IT equipment for the Whistleblower Call Center is a small contribution to a larger effort, and signifies UNDP’s continued support to PMNEC to address corruption in the country.
‘’This is an important milestone. Through the PNG Anti-Corruption Project, we have been able to provide technical assistance, capacity-building, and resources to the PMNEC to support the implementation of its Anti-Fraud, Anti-Corruption, and Whistleblower Protection Policy,’’ he said.
The Ambassador of the European Union, H.E. Jacques Fradin, attended the handover ceremony
‘’I commend the effective collaboration that has brought us to this milestone, which marks a pivotal moment in our efforts to combat corruption and foster transparency in Papua New Guinea. By delivering this essential IT equipment, we are reinforcing our commitment to strengthening governance and accountability,’’ stated the Ambassador of the European Union to Papua New Guinea, H.E. Jacques Fradin.
Deputy Secretary of PMNEC, Mr. Joshua Uvau, thanked UNDP and EU for their continued support to anti-corruption efforts in PNG
The contribution was part of UNDP's wider efforts to support PMNEC in implementing its internal Anti-Fraud, Anti-Corruption and Whistleblower Protection Policy, which it officially launched last year to safeguard good governance and financial viability within the department.
‘’On behalf of the government and the people of Papua New Guinea, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude to UNDP and the EU for this continued and valuable support to strengthen our institutions in the fight against corruption. Combating corruption cannot be done alone, and I am grateful for this fruitful partnership we have built,’’ said Deputy Secretary of PMNEC, Mr. Joshua Uvau.
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