Amir honours Anti-Corruption Excellence Award winners

San Jose: Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani attended the ceremony honouring the winners of the eighth edition of the Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al...

San Jose: Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani attended the ceremony honouring the winners of the eighth edition of the Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani International Anti-Corruption Excellence Award, organized in cooperation with the United Nations, at the National Conference and Convention Center in San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica.

The ceremony was held yesterday in the presence of First Vice President of the Republic of Costa Rica H E Stephan Brunner Neibig.

During the ceremony, His Highness and the First Vice President of Costa Rica watched a documentary film about the history of the Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani International Anti-Corruption Excellence Award. They also watched a film about the competitors and winners, highlighting their achievements in their respective fields. Additionally, several videos were shown showcasing efforts to promote and enhance transparency and combat corruption.  Following this, H H the Amir and the First Vice President of Costa Rica honored the award winners. They presented the Lifetime or Outstanding Achievement Award for Excellence in Anti-Corruption to Dr. Muna Buchahin. The Academic Research and Education in Anti-Corruption Award was jointly awarded to Professor Robert Klitgaard and Professor Alberto Vannucci.

The award for Safeguarding Sports from Corruption was given to Dr. Rodrigo Arias Grillo and Professor Elias Bantekas. The Innovation or Investigative Journalism in Anti-Corruption Award was presented to Khadija Sharife. The Youth Creativity and Engagement in Anti-Corruption Award was jointly awarded to Gayo James Mpuya and the Mejor Mexico organization.