International Anti-Corruption Day is observed on December 9th each year. This date was chosen because it marks the anniversary of the adoption of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) in 2003, a significant milestone in the global fight against corruption.

• International Anti-Corruption Day is a global observance dedicated to raising awareness about the detrimental effects of corruption on societies and economies worldwide. It serves as a call to action to combat corruption, promote transparency, and uphold ethical values in both public and private sectors.
• International Anti-Corruption Day is an annual event that emphasizes the need to tackle corruption and its far-reaching consequences. Corruption undermines trust in institutions, hampers economic development, and erodes social justice.
• This day seeks to mobilize individuals, governments, and organizations to take a stand against corruption. 

Theme of anti corruption day 2023:

According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, the theme for this years' celebration of International Anti-Corruption Day is 'UNCAC at 20: Uniting the World Against Corruption.'