In today’s increasingly interconnected, digitalised, and globalised world, the technological advancements have led to new forms of practices of corruption and digital crime. As such, new innovative approaches must be adopted to combat corruption on an international scale. Multilateral diplomatic efforts become increasingly relevant in addressing this important issue, resulting in the nexus between technology, diplomacy, and anti-corruption becoming more apparent than ever.
The disruptive effect of rapid digitalisation on current processes and practices has led to an increased focus in the world of international relations and security on cybercrime and digital diplomacy. The modern fast-paced environment binds diplomacy and anti-corruption in a mutually dependent circle: diplomatic success is impossible with corruption looming…while anti-corruption efforts are hindered if diplomatic activities are weak.