President Aquino declares December 9 as National Anti-Corruption Day

President Benigno S. Aquino III has declared every December 9 as National Anti-Corruption Day to raise public awareness on issues of corruption. The Chief Executive issued the declaration by virtue of Proclamation No. 506 signed by Executive Secretary Paquito N. Ochoa Jr. on November 16. More details after the jump.

President Aquino said the General Assembly of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) has designated December 9 as international Anti-Corruption Day.

The Republic of the Philippines is a signatory to the United Nations Convention Against Corruption, the President noted.

"It is recognized that corruption poses serious problems and threats to the stability and security of societies, undermining the institutions and values of democracy, ethical values and justice, and jeopardizing sustainable development and the rule of law," the President said.

Source: Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO)