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Group photo ACRC and BAK. — Photo: © BAK

08.05.2026, 08:50 Uhr

International Cooperation

Korean Anti-Corruption Civil Rights Commission at BAK

A delegation from the Anti-Corruption Civil Rights Commission (ACRC) of the Republic of Korea visited the Federal Bureau of Anti-Corruption (BAK) on 4 May 2026.

Picture for article: Visit to the BAK by a delegation of the Lithuanian Special Investigation Service (STT) — Photo: © BAK

08.05.2026, 08:46 Uhr

International Cooperation

Visit to the BAK by a delegation of the Lithuanian Special Investigation Service (STT)

On 28 and 29 April 2026, the Austrian Federal Bureau of Anti-Corruption (BAK) welcomed a high-level delegation from the Lithuanian Special Investigation Service (STT). The professional exchange focused in particular on the promotion of international cooperation as well as parallels in investigative work and anti-corruption measures, resources available to the two authorities, structure and communication.

Picture for article: Austria celebrates 70 years as a member of the Council of Europe — Photo: © Council of Europe

16.04.2026, 07:45 Uhr

International

Austria celebrates 70 years as a member of the Council of Europe

On 16 April 2026, Austria marked a significant milestone: the 70th anniversary of its accession to the Council of Europe. This anniversary underscores Austria’s role as a reliable partner committed to the rule of law, democracy and human rights in Europe.

14.04.2026, 08:30 Uhr

International Cooperation

Czech delegation visits BAK

On 9 April 2026, the Federal Bureau of Anti-Corruption (BAK) welcomed a seven-member delegation of the National Centre for the Fight against Organised Crime (NCOZ) from the Czech Republic. The Austrian and Czech liaison officers also attended the meeting.

13.04.2026, 08:26 Uhr

International Cooperation

BAK at 2026 OECD Global Anti-Corruption & Integrity Forum in Paris

From 23 to 27 March 2026, representatives of the Federal Bureau of Anti-Corruption (BAK) attended the OECD Global Anti-Corruption & Integrity Forum in Paris. The forum was held under the theme ‘The Integrity Advantage: Powering Competitiveness and Prosperity’ and provided a platform for discussions on current developments and challenges in the international fight against corruption.

CPI world map — Photo: © Transparency International

11.02.2026, 14:57 Uhr

International

Austria improves from 25th to 21st rank in Corruption Perceptions Index

The NGO Transparency International ranks Austria in the 21st place in the new Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) published on 10 February 2026, of a total of 182 participating countries. Last year, Austria finished 25th.