The European Commission published a collection of best practices companies and compliance officers might find useful to combat corruption.

The guide, called the “Handbook of Good Practices in the Fight Against Corruption,” is composed of 27 ideas, initiatives, or practical advice—representing one from each European Union member state—to prevent bribery and corruption and improve transparency, accountability, and good corporate governance. It was published Feb. 15.

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