The Global Chair of Transparency International will be arriving in Papua New Guinea (PNG) for a two-day visit in a move to strengthen efforts in the fight against corruption in the country. Transparency International Papua New Guinea (TIPNG) in a statement released on Monday 19th August, announced that the Global Chair of Transparency International, Mr. Francois Valerian, will be in country on this week. The visit, scheduled for Thursday 22nd of August to Friday 23rd of August, marks a significant milestone for TIPNG as the leading internationally accredited Civil Society Organization locally mandated to empower people and organizations in PNG to combat corruption. Mr. Francois Valerian will be engaging with key stakeholders during the visit, including government officials, civil society partners, and business leaders. His presence will provide a valuable opportunity to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the fight against corruption in PNG. Elected Chair of Transparency International in 2023, François Valérian has extensive experience in both public and private sectors. He has been instrumental in various committees, including chairing the Membership Accreditation Committee until 2022. His work spans from tracking illicit financial flows and political integrity to strategic litigation. François led business integrity programs at the Transparency International Secretariat and initiated anti-corruption advocacy at the G20. His professional career includes roles at BNP Paribas, Accenture, and teaching positions at CNAM and École des Mines de Paris. An accomplished author and editor, he holds degrees from École Polytechnique and École des Mines de Paris and a PhD in History.