The Korean Institute of Criminology and Justice (President Woong Seok Jeong) successfully hosted a research visit on September 26, 2024, to discuss anti-corruption policy research and implementation strategies with a delegation from the Mongolian Ministry of Justice and Internal Affairs. The event, held in the Institute's 12th-floor conference room, was organized in response to a formal request from the Mongolian Ministry of Justice and Internal Affairs. The delegation, led by Khosbayar.Ch, Presiding Judge of the Chamber for Criminal Cases, Supreme Court of Mongolia, comprised 10 representatives from key judicial and administrative bodies, including the Supreme Court, Prosecutor’s Office, Anti-Corruption Agency, Ministry of Justice, Legal Institute, and the University of Internal Affairs.

The research visit was part of Mongolia’s recent initiatives to strengthen its legal framework for combating corruption through amendments to its anti-corruption laws. It focused on sharing South Korea’s anti-corruption policies and fostering a culture of integrity, while also seeking to enhance mutual understanding of the legal systems and policies of both countries.

Dr. Yeong-jung Kim, Director of the Planning Office, delivered a comprehensive presentation outlining the core elements of South Korea’s anti-corruption legal framework. The key topics discussed included the criminalization of third-party bribery, the confiscation of illicit assets obtained by public officials, the presumption of illegality in asset possession, jurisdiction over bribery and corruption investigations, and the legal provisions for confiscating assets without a criminal conviction. Following the presentation, in-depth Q&A session and a consecutive discussion addressed the legislative direction of Mongolia and successful examples of South Korea’s anti-corruption policies, providing the Mongolian delegation with guidance on potential legal reforms.

During the open discussion session, participants engaged in lively exchanges on a range of topics, including the development of a comprehensive anti-corruption legal package, the utilization of foundational data, and examples of policy development from South Korea. Representatives from both countries shared their legal and policy experiences, offering valuable insights into the establishment of a comprehensive anti-corruption policy framework.

The event provided a significant platform for enhancing legal exchanges and mutual understanding between South Korea and Mongolia and is expected to strengthen bilateral cooperation in anti-corruption policy research and development.

Looking forward, the Korean Institute of Criminology and Justice plans to continue its collaborative efforts with the Mongolian Ministry of Justice and Internal Affairs to further research and cooperation in the areas of anti-corruption and integrity policy. The KICJ will also expand its contributions to global legal policy development through active participation in international exchanges such as UN and PNI activities, expert group meetings, international forums, and joint academic conferences.