Fayez receives Transparency International director

AMMAN — Senate President Faisal Fayez on Thursday received Transparency International Director General Cobus de Swardt and his accompanying delegation who are currently visiting the Kingdom to take part in the 10th Government Leaders Forum, slated for Saturday.

Fayez commended Transparency International’s efforts in combating corruption in the world, stressing the importance of benefiting from the agency’s expertise, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported.

Fayez highlighted the Kingdom’s interest in improving its ranking on Transparency International’s reports. For his part, De Swardt commended Jordan’s stability and security amidst a turbulent region, reviewing his agency’s role in combating corruption.