The World Bank and Indian government on Thursday agreed on steps to root out corruption after a World Bank probe uncovered “serious indicators” of fraud (svindel) and corruption in health projects the Bank helped finance in the huge country.
The World Bank said it would work with the Indian government to conduct independent procurement audits and performance reviews; strengthen bidding procedures and financial management in the health sector; increase community oversight, and improve supervision of equipment and pharmaceutical procurement practices.
– Working with the Indian authorities, we will take action against those found responsible, including debarment and sanctions against firms and individuals from doing business with the Bank, and disciplinary action against Bank staff if warranted, World Bank President Robert Zoellick said.
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