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On The Contract For The International Anti-Corruption Academy, As The Creation Of An International Organisation

Original Language Title: Par Līgumu par Starptautiskās pretkorupcijas akadēmijas kā starptautiskas organizācijas izveidi

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Cabinet of Ministers Regulations No. 761 in 2011 (October 4. Nr. 57) on the agreement on the international anti-corruption Academy, as an international organization Issued in accordance with the Cabinet of Ministers Act 31. equipment of the first paragraph of article 2, paragraph 1. September 2, 2010, the contract for the international anti-corruption Academy, as the creation of an international organisation (hereinafter referred to as the agreement) with these terms are accepted and approved.
2. fulfilment of the obligations provided for in the contract, shall coordinate the corruption prevention and combating Bureau.
3. the agreement shall enter into force for the period specified in article 18 and in order.
Prime Minister v. dombrovsky Minister of Justice, Minister of Interior of the duty of the artist a. Štokenberg contract on the international anti-corruption Academy as a MEMBER of an international organization, noting the important contribution to the fight against corruption, provided by the un Office on drugs and crime (UNODC) as the United Nations Convention against corruption (UNCAC) deployment provider;
Recognizing the international level preparations and in particular the efforts implemented by the Republic of Austria, in close co-operation with UNODC, as well as the other Member States the founder of international anti-corruption Academy (IACA, hereinafter referred to as "the Academy"), and their strong support for the Academy;
Noting the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) continued efforts to plan and develop initiatives to prevent and combat corruption around the world;
Noting the European anti-fraud Office (OLAF) and other members of this important joint initiatives support;
Stressing these initiatives global and comprehensive nature and geographical importance of multilateralism;
Recognizing the importance of cooperation in joint projects at the global and regional levels, to support UNCAC and other relevant international instruments;
Agreement on joint objectives for the provision of technical assistance and capacity building as an important tool in the fight against corruption;
Noting that education, professional training, and research in the field of corruption are essential for such assistance and capacity building components;
Desiring to exercise their common goals, creating academies, based on a multilateral treaty, as the United Nations, Member States and intergovernmental organizations (hereinafter referred to as "international organizations"), and inviting them to join forces and become the participants of this agreement;
In response to the invitation of the Republic of Austria to create Academy Laksenburg (Vienna neighbourhood);
Have agreed as follows: article I the formation and status 1. Academy is hereby established as an international organization.
2. The Academy is a full international legal personality.
3. The Academy among other legal capacity: (a) to contract;
(b) acquire and dispose of movable and immovable property;
(c) to Institute and respond to legal proceedings;
(d) take other actions necessary for the execution of tasks and activities.
4. the Academy works under this contract.
Article II objectives and activities 1. Academy's mission is to foster real and effective prevention and combating of corruption, through the following measures: (a) providing education and vocational training in the field of corruption;
(b) carrying out and promoting all. the corruption aspect of research;
(c) providing other appropriate technical assistance in the fight against corruption;
(d) promoting international cooperation and networking in the fight against corruption.
2. The Academy's work is respected academic freedom, it meets the highest academic and professional standards and address the phenomenon of corruption in a comprehensive and interdisciplinary, taking into account cultural diversity, gender equality, and recent events in the field of corruption at the global and regional level.
Article III location 1. Academy location will be Laksenburg, Austria, taking into account the rules agreed between the Academy and the Republic of Austria.
2. the Academy their actions can create space to support also other places.
Article IV institutions the Academy is a Member of the Assembly., hereinafter referred to as "the Assembly";
(b) the Board, hereinafter referred to as "the Board";
c. International Senior Advisory Council;
d. International Academic Advisory Council;
e. Dean.
(V) article 1 of the Assembly the Assembly of members shall serve as members of the forum of this agreement to discuss the Academy's overall action plan and other related to this contract.
2. the Assembly consists of representatives of the participants. Each Member shall appoint a representative to act as a member of the Assembly. Each Member of the Assembly shall have one vote.
3. the specific tasks of the Assembly are: a. to adopt recommendations in connection with the Academy's action plans for submission to the Executive Board and management;
b. accept the Board proposed the Academy's programme of work and budget;
(c) make financial resources attraction to the Academy in accordance with article XI;
d to elect the members of the Board in accordance with article VI;
(e) decide on the removal of the members of the management board by a two-thirds majority;
f. consider the progress of the action of the Academy based t.sk. the report of the Board;
g. approve international agreements;
h. approve the creation of space in other locations.
4. the Assembly shall meet at least once a year and take decisions by simple majority vote, unless this Agreement provides otherwise. The Academy shall adopt its own rules of procedure and elected its officials, including the President and two Vice-Presidents. The members of the Management Board and the Dean may participate in the meetings of the Assembly, without the right to vote.
Article vi Board of 1. managed by the Board of the Academy, which has a total of eleven members. Nine members are elected by the Assembly, taking into account their qualifications and experience, as well as equitable geographical distribution principle. In addition, both the POLICE and the Republic of Austria is entitled to appoint one member. Board members in the performance of this post for six years and is eligible to be re-elected repeatedly appointed/to not more than one additional term. The first election of the five members are elected only for three years.
2. the specific tasks of the Board are: (a) to decide on the Academy's strategies, action plans and guidelines;
b. confirm the Academy's work on regulatory rules, including financial rules and the staff regulations;
c. to appoint Deans on renewable four-year period, evaluate it and if necessary, suspended from the posts of Dean;
d. If necessary, to create the Advisory Council and to elect their members;

e. elect the International Senior Advisory Council and international academic Advisory Council members, taking into account their professional qualifications and experience, fair geographical distribution and the principle of gender equality;
f. submit the Academy's programme of work and budget for approval by the Assembly;
g. to appoint independent external auditor;
h. approve the annual report of the audit of the Academy;
i. report of the Academy of the Assembly measure progress;
j. take into account the recommendations of the Assembly on the activities of the Academy plans and management;
k. adoption strategies and guidelines for the provision of financial resources to the Academy and to help Dean in this area;
l. determine reception conditions for the academic activities of the Academy members;
m. approve the establishment of relations of cooperation, in accordance with article XIII;
n. submit for approval by the Assembly, the draft agreement on cooperation at the international level;
o assess operation of the Academy. based on Dean's messages, and make recommendations with respect to this transaction.
3. the Management Board shall meet at least once a year the Academy's location and takes decisions by simple majority vote, unless this Agreement provides otherwise. Each Member shall have one vote. The Management Board shall adopt its rules of procedure and elected its officials, including the Chairman and Vice-Chairman, and may set up committees as necessary, necessary for the efficient work of the Academy.
Article VII the International Senior Advisory Board advises the Management Board 1. International Senior Advisory Board (ISAB) comprising up to fifteen members, eminent personalities with outstanding qualifications, representing the various areas that are crucial for the work of the Academy.
2. International Senior Advisory Council function is to assess the work of the Academy and provide observations and tips on how to achieve and maintain the highest standards in relation to the tasks of the Academy.
3. International Senior Advisory Council members that post is filled for six years and is eligible to be re-elected. The first election of the seven members are elected only for three years.
4. International Senior Advisory Board shall meet at least once a year and takes decisions by a simple majority. Each Member shall have one vote. International Senior Advisory Council shall adopt its own rules of procedure and elected its officials, including a Chairman and a Vice-Chairman.
5. International Senior Advisory Council may recommend to the Board individuals who meet the section 1 criteria set out in the international election parents Advisory Council.
Article VIII of the international academic Advisory Council 1. In matters relating to education, training and research, the Board advises the international academic Advisory Council (IAAB) consisting of up to fifteen members, eminent personalities with outstanding qualifications, representing anti-corruption practices, training and research, and/or criminal law and the fight against corruption-related law enforcement agencies, as well as other areas that are relevant to the work of the Academy.
2. International Academic Advisory Council members that post is filled for six years and is eligible to be re-elected. The first election of the seven members are elected only for three years.
3. International Academic Advisory Board shall meet at least once a year and takes decisions by a simple majority. Each Member shall have one vote. International Academic Advisory Board shall adopt its rules of procedure and elected its officials, including a Chairman and a Vice-Chairman.
4. International Academic Advisory Board the Board can recommend to people who meet certain criteria in point 1, the election to the international academic Advisory Council.
Article IX 1. Dean Dean is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Academy and its programme of work. The Dean shall report to the Management Board and is responsible for them.
2. Dean's specific tasks: a. External to represent the Academy;
(b) to ensure the appropriate management of the Academy, including human resources and financial management;
c. prepare the Academy's programme of work and budget and submit it to the Governing Board for consideration and adoption in the Assembly. The work programme includes a research priorities, training measures, training programmes and tools;
(d) to implement the work programme and budget;
e. the Board to submit annual and extraordinary reports on the activities of the Academy, including the Academy's audited annual report;
f. submit to the Management Board for approval, proposals for the establishment of cooperation in accordance with article XIII;
g. to harmonise work with Academy members and other international and national institutions, agencies and networks, taking into account the work of the Assembly and the Executive Board recommendations and guidelines, as well as international Senior Advisory Council and international academic Advisory Council's recommendations;
h. conclude contracts and agreements on behalf of the Academy and to submit to international agreements governing board for consideration and approval of the Assembly;
i. actively to attract adequate funding for the Academy and the Academy's behalf to accept voluntary contributions in accordance with the relevant strategies and guidelines of the Executive Board, as well as with the financial rules;
q: do other Board specific tasks or activities.
Article x of the academic and administrative staff 1. Academy strives to recruit and maintain the academic and administrative staff with the highest qualifications.
2. In order to increase the effectiveness and profitability, the Academy creates a plan and take the appropriate measures in relation to part-time administrative staff or a guest lecturer, and urges States, international organizations, universities and other relevant institutions to consider staffing support of the Academy, including delegating staffing.
Article XI the Academy funding 1. Although the long-term goal is to make the College self-sufficient, the Academy's resources include: a. this agreement voluntary contributions of members;
b. voluntary contributions from the private sector and other donors;
c. tuition fees, fees for participation in the practical training workshops and technical assistance, revenue from publications and other services;
d. income accruing from such contributions, fees, income, and other income, including from the funds and donations.
2. The Academy's financial year is from 1 January to 31 December.

3. The Academy's report, which is prepared in accordance with financial regulations adopted by the Executive Board in article VI, paragraph 2, point (b) is subject to an annual independent audit of the external, the highest transparency, accountability and due diligence standards.
4. this Treaty members are encouraged to make financial resources attraction to the Academy, including a joint donor conference.
Article XII exchange of information and consultation 1. this contract participants each other inform and advise on matters relating to their cooperation under this agreement; This is done in the meetings of the Assembly, or at other times as needed.
2. consultation and exchange of information and documents under this article is made according to each participant's existing laws for providing information and taking into account the agreement that members may decide to conclude, in order to ensure the confidentiality of the information exchanged, the limited availability and security. This agreement shall remain in force also after the end of this agreement and, in respect of a particular participant, also after this Member's withdrawal from the agreement.
Article XIII cooperation Academy establishes cooperation with States, other international organizations, as well as public or private bodies, which can contribute to the work of the Academy.
Article XIV 1. Privileges and immunities for the members of the Assembly of the Academy, members of the Executive Board, the International Senior Advisory Council and international academic Advisory Council members, Dean, personnel and professionals have such privileges and immunities as the Academy agreed with the Republic of Austria.
2. the Academy may enter into agreements with other countries to ensure that adequate privileges and immunities.
Article XV liability members of this Agreement shall not be liable, not the individual, not collective, of the Academy's debts, liabilities or other obligations; a statement is included in each Academy in the letter of agreement that is concluded in accordance with article XIV.
Article XVI amendments This agreement may be amended only with the consent of all members of this agreement. The announcement of this agreement is to be submitted in writing to the depositary. Amendments shall enter into force, the depositary has received the consent of all the participants of this agreement or any other term, about which members have agreed.
Article XVII transitional provisions 1. participants recognized the transitional provisions for the establishment of the Academy and the original transaction, laid down in the memorandum of the international anti-corruption Academy to create Laksenburg, Austria (29 January 2010), and agrees to abide by them until fully started to operate the Academy lēmējorgān.
2. decisions affecting the obligations accepted in the Academy's creation and purpose of the original transaction, or that impose obligations to partners (UNODC, the Republic of Austria the Association "friends of the Academy"), can only be accepted unanimously by the Management Board.
Article XVIII entry into force and the depositary 1. This Treaty is open for signature by the United Nations Member States (hereinafter referred to as "countries") and intergovernmental organizations (hereinafter referred to as "international organization") to 31 December 2010. It will be ratified, accepted or approved.
2. States and international organizations, which have not signed this agreement may accede later.
3. This Treaty shall enter into force sixty days after the date when the three countries or international organizations have deposited instruments of ratification, acceptance, approval or accession.
4. Any State or International Organization that ratifies, accepts or approves this Treaty or accedes thereto after its entry into force, this Agreement shall enter into force sixty days after the deposit of instruments of ratification, acceptance, approval or accession.
5. this Agreement is the depository of the Republic of Austria on the European and International Affairs Federal Minister.
Article XIX dispute resolution disputes between Academy and any Member of this agreement or any agreement between the members of this contract or any additional interpretation or application of this agreement or any matter relating to the Academy or Member relations, and which is not settled by negotiation or other amicable settlement, are passed to the final decision of the arbitral tribunal composed of three arbitrators : one chooses each party to the dispute, and the third, who is the Chairman of the Arbitration Board, the choice of the first two arbitrators.
If any of the parties to the dispute has not chosen its arbitrator within six months after the date on which the first party has chosen its arbitrator, or if the first two arbitrators fail to agree on a third six months after the appointment of the first two arbitrators, then the second or third arbitrator shall choose the President of the International Court of Justice at the request of the parties to the dispute.
Article XX withdrawal 1. any members of this agreement may withdraw from this agreement by giving in writing to the depositary. Withdrawal shall take effect three months after the date on which the depositary has received the notification.
2. withdrawal from this agreement, the Member State shall not prejudice, and not otherwise affect its contribution made before such withdrawal takes effect.
Article XXI 1. Termination This Agreement may at any time terminate this agreement unanimously and initiate liquidation of the Academy, in writing by giving to the depositary. The Academy, which left over from its obligations, is used in accordance with the unanimous decision of the Assembly.
2. the provisions of this agreement after termination shall be applicable to the extent necessary to carry out the proper use of funds and the settlement of the invoice.
The contract has been signed in Vienna 2010 September 2, English, Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish languages, each text being equally authentic.
 
 
Agreement for the establishment of the International Anti-Corruption Academy as an international organisation the parties, NOTING the important contribution in the fight against corruption of the United Nations Office on drugs and crime (UNODC), as the guardian of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC);

ACKNOWLEDGING the preparation made at the international level and in particular the substantial efforts of the Republic of Austria in close cooperation with UNODC as well as of the other founding parties in establishing the International Anti-Corruption Academy, IAC, (hereinafter referred to as "the Academy"), and their strong support for the Academy;
NOTING the long-standing efforts and the continued support of the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) to design and develop initiative to prevent and fight corruption worldwide;
NOTING the considerabl support of the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) and other participants in this common endeavour;
EMPHASIZING the global and inclusive nature of this initiative and the importanc of strivings for location diversity;
RECOGNIZING the importanc of collaboration in joint efforts at the global and regional levels in support of the UNCAC and other relevant international instruments;
SHARING common goals with regards to the delivery of technical assistance and capacity building as a key tool in the fight against corruption;
NOTING that the anti-corruption education, professional training and research are important components of such assistance and capacity building;
WISHING to enhance their common goals by the establishment of the Academy on the basis of (a) the multilaterals agreement open to the Member States of the United Nations and intergovernmental organizations (hereinafter referred to as "International Organization") and inviting them to join forces and to become parties to this agreement;
RESPONDING to the invitation of the Republic of Austria to host the Academy in Laxenburg near Vienna;
Have AGREED as follows: article I establishment and status 1. There is hereby established the Academy as an International Organization.
2. The Academy shall posses a full international legal personality.
3. The Academy shall, inter alia, have the legal capacity: (a) to contract;
(b) the dispos of acquir and immovabl and movable property;
(c) to institute legal proceedings and responds to;
(d) to take such other action as may be not cessary for the fulfilmen of its purpose and activities.
4. The Academy shall operate in accordanc with this agreement article II purpose and activities 1. The purpose of the Academy shall be to promote effective and efficient prevention and combating of corruption by (a) providing anti-corruption education and professional training;
(b) undertaking and facilitating research into all aspects of corruption;
(c) providing other relevant forms of technical assistance in the fight against corruption;
(d) fostering international cooperation and networking in the fight against corruption.
2. The activities of the Academy shall observe the principles of academic freedom, meet the highest academic and professional standards and address the phenomenon of corruption in a comprehensive way, inter-disciplinary and taking due account of cultural diversity, gender equality and recent developments in the field of corruption at the global and regional level.
Article Iii Seat 1. The seat of the Academy shall be located in Laxenburg, Austria, under such terms and conditions as agreed between the Academy and the Republic of Austria.
2. The Academy may establish facilities in other locations as required to support its activities.
Article IV Organ of the Academy shall have (a) an Assembly of parties, hereinafter referred to as "the Assembly";
(b) a Board of Governor, referred to hereinafter as "the Board";
(c) an International Senior Advisory Board;
(d) an International Academic Advisory Board;
(e) a Dean.
Article V the Assembly of Parties 1. The Assembly shall serve as a forum for the parties to this agreement to consult on the overall policy of the Academy and on other matters of interest under this agreement.
2. The Assembly shall consis of representatives of the parties. Each Party shall be appoin a representative to act as a member of the Assembly. Each member of the Assembly shall have one vote.
3. In particular, the Assembly shall: (a) the recommendations relating to Adop the Academy's policies and management for considerations by the Board;
(b) the work programme Adop and budget of the Academy as proposed by the Board;
(c) Engage in fund-raising activities for the Academy in accordanc with article XI; (d) elect the members of the Board in accordanc with article VI; (e) decide on the removal of members of the Board by a two-thirds majority;
(f) Review the progress of the activities of the Academy on the basis of, inter alia, the reports by the Board;
(g) Approve international agreements;
(h) Approve the establishment of facilities in other locations.
4. The Assembly shall meet at least once a year and shall take its decision by majority in the otherwise simple unless provided by this agreement. The Assembly shall adop a its rules of procedure and shall elect its officers, including its President and the two Vice-President. The members of the Board and the Dean may participat in the meetings of the Assembly without the right to vote.
Article VI Board of Governor 1. The Academy shall be governed by a Board consisting of eleven members in total. Nine members shall be elected by the Assembly taking due account of their qualifications and experience as well as the principles of equitable distribution location. In addition, UNODC and the Republic of Austria with each entitled to one member. appoin The members of the Board shall serve in their individual capacity for a term of six years and shall be eligible for re-election/re-appointment for not more than one additional term. At the first election shall be five members elected for a period of only three years.
2. In particular, the Board shall: (a) decide on the strategy, policies and guidelines for the activities of the Academy;
(b) the rules Adop each for the operations of the Academy, including financial regulations and staff rules;
(c) the Appoin Dean for a renewable period of four years, evaluate his or her activities and terminate, if not cessary, the appointment of the Dean;
(d) Establish, where appropriate, the advisory board and elect their members;
(e) elect the members of the International Advisory Board and the Senior International Academic Advisory Board, taking due account of their professional qualifications and experience, the principles of equitable distribution location as well as gender equality;
(f) submit the work programme and budget of the Academy to the Assembly for adoption;
(g) the Appoin independent external auditor;
(h) Approve the annual audited statement of the Academy's accounts;
(i) report to the Assembly on the progress of the activities of the Academy;
(j) Consider the recommendations of the Assembly relating to the Academy's policies and management;
(k) Adop strategies and guidelines for ensuring the financial resources of the Academy and assist the Dean's efforts to that effect;

(l) Determin the condition of admission of participants in the Academy's academic activities;
(m) Approve the establishment of cooperative relationships in accordanc with article XIII; (n) submit international agreements to the Assembly for approval;
(o) evaluate the activities of the Academy on the basis of reports by the Dean and make recommendations concerning these activities.
3. The Board shall meet at least once a year at the seat of the Academy and shall take its decision by majority in the otherwise simple unless provided by this agreement. Each member shall have one vote. The Board shall adop it rules of procedure, shall elect its officers, including its Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson, and may establish committees as deemed not cessary for the efficient functioning of the Academy.
Article Vii International Senior Advisory Board 1. The Board shall be advised by an International Senior Advisory Board (ISAB) consisting of up to fifteen members who shall be the outstanding eminen personalit in with credentials from a wide variety of backgrounds of importanc for the activities of the Academy.
2. The function of the International Senior Advisory Board shall be it reflec on the activities of the Academy and to offer observations and advice on how the highest standards with regards to the purpose of the Academy can be met and maintained.
3. The members of the International Senior Advisory Board shall serve in their individual capacity for a term of six years and shall be eligible for re-election. At the first election shall be elected for the seven members (a) period of only three years.
4. The International Senior Advisory Board shall meet at least once a year and shall take its decisions by simple majority. Each member shall have one vote. The International Senior Advisory Board shall adop a its rules of procedure and shall elect its officers, including its Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson.
5. The International Senior Advisory Board may recommend to the Board persons who fulfil the criteria of paragraph 1 for election to the International Senior Advisory Board.
Article Viii Of The International Academic Advisory Board 1. The Board shall be advised in matters related to education, training and research by an International Academic Advisory Board (IAAB) consisting of up to fifteen members who shall be an academic personalit eminen to or experts of highest qualification in the fields of practice, training and anticorruption research and/or criminal justice and law enforcement related to anti-corruption as well as other fields of importanc for the activities of the Academy.
2. The members of the International Academic Advisory Board shall serve in their individual capacity for a term of six years and shall be eligible for re-election. At the first election shall be elected for the seven members (a) period of only three years.
3. The International Academic Advisory Board shall meet at least once a year and shall take its decisions by simple majority. Each member shall have one vote. The Academic Advisory Board shall adop it is rules of procedure and shall elect its officers, including its Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson.
4. The International Academic Advisory Board may recommend to the Board persons who fulfil the criteria of paragraph 1 for election to the International Academic Advisory Board.
Article IX Dean 1. The Dean shall be responsible for day-to-day management of the Academy and its substantive programme. The Dean shall report to and be accountabl to this Board.
2. In particular, the Dean shall: (a) the Academy Represen externally;
(b) the proper administration of Ensur the Academy, including human resources and financial management;
(c) prepare the work programme and budget of the Academy for considerations by the Board and the adoption by the Assembly. The work programme shall include research allocation, training activities, curricula and tools development;
(d) the work programme implementations and budget;
(e) submit to the Board annual and ad hoc reports on the activities of the Academy including an annual audited statement of the Academy's accounts;
(f) Proposes the establishment of cooperative relationships in accordanc with article XIII for approval by the Board;
(g) the Line work of the Academy with the work of the parties to this agreement and other international and national institutions, agencies and networks as relevant taking into account the relevant recommendations and guidelines of the Assembly and the Board as well as advice from the International Senior Advisory Board and the International Academic Advisory Board;
(h) Enter into contracts and arrangements on behalf of the Academy and not gotiat international agreements for considerations by the Board and approval by the Assembly;
(i) Actively seek appropriate funding for the Academy and accept voluntary contributions on behalf of the Academy in accordanc with the relevant Board strategies and guidelines as well as the financial regulations;
(j) other Undertak assignments or activities as may be determined by the Board.
Article X the Academic and Administrative Staff 1. The Academy shall recruit and retain striv to academic and administrative staff with the highest possible qualifications.
2. In order to maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the Academy shall develop a plan and conclud appropriate arrangements for on-time or visiting academic staff and shall state the encourag, International Organization, universities and other relevant institutions to consider supporting the staffing of the Academy, including by secondmen of staff.
Article XI in the Financing of the Academy 1. Notwithstanding the long-term goal to make the Academy self-identified, the resources of the Academy include the following: (a) voluntary contributions by the parties to this agreement;
(b) the voluntary contributions from the private sector and other donors;
(c) tuitions fees, training workshop and technical assistance fees, publications and others service revenue;
(d) the income accruing from such contributions, fees, revenue and other income including from trusts and endowment.
2. The fiscal year of the Academy shall be from 1 January to 31 December.
3. The accounts of the Academy shall, in accordanc with the financial regulations adopted by the Board in accordanc with article VI paragraph 2 subparagraph (b), be subject to an annual independent external audit which shall meet the highest standards of transparency, accountability and legitimacy.
4. The parties to this agreement are encouraged to engage in fund-raising activities for the Academy, including through organizing joint donor conference.
Article XII Consultation and exchange of Information 1. The parties to this Agreement shall keep each other informed of and consult on matters of interest concerning their cooperation under this agreement, either at meetings of the Assembly or at other times as appropriate.

2. Consultation and exchange of information and documents under this article shall be done in accordanc with each Party's applicable rules concerning disclosure of information and subject to arrangements, which the parties may decide to conclud for the purpose of safeguarding the confidentiality, and security of the restricted character information exchanged.
Any such arrangements shall continue to apply in the event after the termination of this agreement and, with regards to a particular Party, even after that Party's withdrawals from this agreement.
Article XIII cooperative relationships the Academy may establish cooperative relationships with States, other International Organization as well as public or private entities to which can contribute to the Academy's work.
Article XIV and to the Immunit 1 Privilege. The Academy, the members of the Assembly, the members of the Board, the members of the International Advisory Board and Senior of the International Academic Advisory Board, the Dean, the staff and experts shall enjoy such privilege and as agreed to between the immunit Academy and the Republic of Austria.
2. The Academy may by agreements with other conclud States in order to secure appropriate privilege and immunit.
Article XV Liability the parties to this Agreement shall not be responsible, individually or collectively, for any debt, obligation, or others liabilit of the Academy; a statement to this effect shall be included in each of the agreements concluded by the Academy under article XIV. Article XVI Amendments this agreement may be amended only with the consent of all parties to this agreement.
Notification of such a consent shall be made in writing to the Depositary. Any amendment shall come into force upon receipt by the Depositary of the notification of all parties to this agreement, or at such other date as the parties may agree.
Article Xvii Transitional Provision 1. The parties the transitional arrangements acknowledg for the establishment and initial operations of the Academy led in the memorandum concerning the establishment of the International Anti-Corruption Academy in Laxenburg, Austria of 29 January 2010 and agree to respect them until the decision-making organ of the Academy with a fully operational.
2. Any decision of the obligation entered into the regimes for the purpose of the establishment and initial operations of the Academy or creating liability for the partners (UNODC, the Association "friends of the Academy" or the Republic of Austria) may only be taken unanimously by the Board.
Article XVIII Entry into force and Depositary 1. This agreement shall be open for signature by Member States of the United Nations (hereinafter referred to as "the States") and intergovernmental organizations (hereinafter referred to as "International Organization") until 31 December 2010. It shall be subject to ratification, acceptance or approval.
2. States and International organizations which have not signed this agreement may subsequently accede theret.
3. This agreement shall enter into force sixty days after the date of deposit of the instrument of ratification, acceptance, approval or accession by three States or International Organization.
4. For every State or International Organization which ratif, accept, approve or accede to this agreement after the date of its entry into force, this Agreement shall enter into force sixty days after the date of deposit of its instrument of ratification, acceptance, approval or accession.
5. The Federal Minister for European and International Affairs of the Republic of Austria shall be the Depositary of this agreement.
Article XIX of the Dispute settlement Any dispute arising between the Academy and any Party to this agreement or between any parties under this agreement concerning the interpretation or application of this agreement or of any supplementary agreement or any questions regimes the Academy or the relations of the parties which is not settled by negotiation or other agreed mode of settlement , shall be referred for final decision to a tribunal of three arbitrator: one to be chosen by each party to the dispute, and the third, who shall be chairman of the tribunal, to be chosen by the first two arbitrator.
Should either party to the dispute not have chosen its arbitrator within six months following the appointment by the other party of its arbitrator or should the first two files the arbitrator agree upon the third within six months following the appointment of the first two such third arbitrator, the arbitrator shall be chosen second or by the President of the International Court of Justice at the request of either party to the dispute.
Article XX Withdrawals 1. Any of the parties to this agreement may withdraw from this agreement by written notification to the Depositary. Such withdrawals shall become effective three months after receipt of such notification by the Depositary.
2. Withdrawals from this agreement by a Party to this Agreement shall not limit, reduce or otherwise, if the affec any its contribution that has been made before the effective date of withdrawals.
Article Xxi Termination 1. The parties to this agreement, acting unanimously, may terminate this agreement at any time and wind up the Academy by written notification to the Depositary. Any assets remaining after payment of the Academy of legal obligation shall be of it disposed of in accordanc with a unanimous-decision of the Assembly.
2. The provision of this Agreement shall continue to be applicable after its termination to the exten to permit an orderly disposal cessary it of assets and settlement of accounts.
Done at Vienna on 2 September, 2010 in the Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish languages, each text being equally authentic.