Built using the globally recognized LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) Country Risk Ranking platform and tailored to reflect MENA-specific sensitivities, the Dashboard provides a data-driven view of bribery and corruption risks across MENA countries. It enables policymakers, businesses, and investors to identify strengths, gaps, and emerging trends, offering a clear foundation for targeted reforms and stronger compliance efforts.
Designed for companies operating in the MENA region, this tool provides a structured framework for businesses to benchmark their ABC programs against international best practices, highlight improvement areas, and show their commitment to ethical, transparent operations. It also provides clear, actionable guidance to support continuous improvement and adaptation to evolving regulatory expectations.
Bribery and corruption are corrosive forces that undermine economic growth, erode public trust, weaken the rule of law, and damage a country’s reputation on the global stage. A robust ABC regulatory framework is not just a legal requirement—it is a strategic imperative for any country aiming for sustainable development, foreign investment, and the wellbeing of its citizens.
Effective ABC frameworks create predictable transparent environments where businesses can operate fairly; merit drives competition rather than favoritism and public resources are allocated efficiently.
In today’s interconnected global economy, investors, multinational corporations, and development agencies increasingly assess countries through the lens of governance and corruption risks. Nations with weak ABC controls risk not only diminished economic opportunities but also marginalization in international markets and reduced access to foreign direct investment, financing, and trade partnerships.
Strengthening ABC regulations is, therefore, essential for building resilience, enhancing competitiveness, and fostering long-term prosperity. Recognizing this, MENA FCCG prioritized developing a comprehensive view of ABC risks across MENA countries.
Strengthening ABC controls is vital to boosting resilience, enhancing competitiveness, and unlocking sustainable growth across the region.
The MENA Region ABC Dashboard is an interactive risk mapping tool for MENA countries, designed to support ABC efforts. Built on the LSEG Country Risk Ranking Platform, the dashboard consolidates data from multiple sources, applies structured calculations, and generates a comprehensive “Master Index” for each country. It serves as a dedicated analytical resource and will be updated annually on the MENA FCCG website, accompanied by commentary on the latest changes.
By publishing ABC risk indicators, the Dashboard will shine a light on both strengths and vulnerabilities across different countries. Transparency itself acts as a deterrent to corruption and sends a powerful message that governance matters.
Countries will be able to benchmark their performance relative to peers, fostering healthy competition and motivating reform efforts. Identifying best practices and successful models within the region can accelerate collective improvement.
International investors and multinational corporations increasingly seek trusted data to guide their market entry and investment decisions. A credible, public-facing Dashboard based on LSEG’s trusted platform will improve the region’s appeal to responsible investment, trade partnerships, and financial opportunities.
Governments can use the Dashboard insights to prioritize reforms, allocate resources more effectively, and track progress over time. It becomes a tool not just for diagnosis, but also for action.
By providing a common set of metrics, the Dashboard encourages greater collaboration among MENA countries, aligning efforts to address bribery and corruption challenges at both national and regional levels.
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The MENA Region ABC Dashboard is an interactive risk mapping tool for MENA countries, designed to support ABC efforts. Built on the LSEG Country Risk Ranking Platform, the dashboard consolidates data from multiple sources, applies structured calculations, and generates a comprehensive “Master Index” for each country. It serves as a dedicated analytical resource and will be updated annually on the MENA FCCG website, accompanied by commentary on the latest changes.
The self-assessment tool encourages companies to proactively evaluate and strengthen their own controls, embedding a deeper culture of compliance and ethical behavior.
Raising the Overall Standard of Business Practices
The tool will not only diagnose gaps, but also offer clear pathways for remediation and strengthening of compliance programs, tailored to the realities of operating in the MENA region.
Companies that complete and act upon the self-assessment can better demonstrate compliance with international frameworks such as the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention, the UN Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) and ISO 37001. This can be a key competitive advantage in global supply chains and international business partnerships.
A stronger, more compliant private sector becomes a valuable partner to governments in fighting corruption. When companies self-monitor and strengthen their defenses, enforcement bodies can focus resources on the highest-risk actors and systemic vulnerabilities.
Establishing and enhancing ABC frameworks is foundational for economic resilience, reputation, and growth. Through working towards a higher purpose, we can take concrete steps to support greater transparency, accountability, and integrity across the region.
Legal Disclaimer: Whilst every effort was taken by MENA FCCG and GCFFC to avoid errors or omissions in the ABC documentation, any mistake or omission is not intended. The information contained in the documentation is only for reference / educational / awareness purposes, not intended to be, nor should they be interpreted as legal advice or opinion and is liable to change without notice. It should be noted that MENA FCCG and GCFFC or any affiliates thereof, are not responsible for any damage or loss, or any other consequences whatsoever, that may result from activities undertaken based on the information provided in the ABC documentation.Special acknowledgments go to the following MENA FCCG ABC Working Group Members: Bahiyya Kara, Executive Manager - FC Compliance Strategy & ABC Officer, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, Rula Kiriakos, Head of Anti-Tax Evasion & ABC, Group Regulatory Compliance, Arab Bank, Marian Habib, Compliance Deputy Manager, Regulatory Compliance and Corporate Governance Group, National Bank of Egypt, & David Shepherd, Global Head of Customer Risk Proposition, LSEG.
