On February 20-21, 2023, the University of El Oued, in partnership with the High Authority for Transparency, Prevention, and Combating of Corruption, will host the 21st National Symposium titled “The Role of the High Authority in Promoting Transparency and Ethics in Public Life in Light of the Constitutional Amendment and the Provisions of Law No. 22/08.”
To prepare for the event, Prof. Omar Farhati, Rector of the University of El Oued, chaired a preparatory meeting on February 12, 2023, with the Dean of the Faculty of Law and Political Science, Prof. Makki Draji, alongside the Secretary General of the University, Vice Deans, and other university officials. The meeting focused on finalizing the preparations for this significant symposium and discussing its various aspects. During the meeting, Prof. Farhati, the honorary president of the symposium, was briefed on the progress of the preparations and engaged in detailed discussions with the organizing committee, headed by Prof. Makki Draji. He highlighted the importance of this academic event and its goals, which are aimed at shedding light on the role of the High Authority for Transparency and Anti-Corruption in promoting transparency, preventing corruption, and reinforcing ethics in public life. The symposium will also showcase Algeria’s national policy and the measures being implemented to combat corruption, in line with recent constitutional amendments.
The symposium will feature prominent legal experts from the University of El Oued, as well as representatives from the High Authority for Transparency and Anti-Corruption and distinguished scholars from other national universities. This national event is an important platform for cross-sectoral dialogue between academic institutions, government authorities, and other stakeholders, focusing on promoting transparency and strengthening ethical governance, which are essential for achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions. By fostering collaboration on this critical issue, the University of El Oued continues to play a pivotal role in supporting national efforts to create a more transparent, accountable, and sustainable society.
