An integrity alliance has been established in Vietnam in an effort to combat corruption and promote a healthy business climate in the country. The Vietnam Integrity Alliance (VIA) was introduced at a gathering in Hanoi on May 7, attracting the participation of nearly 100 representatives of business circles, chambers of commerce of Europe (Eurocham), Canadia (CanCham), Australia (AusCham), the British Business Group Vietnam (BBGV) and multinational companies. EuroCham Vice President Michael Behrens emphasised that Eurocham spoke highly of Vietnam re-establishing the Central Internal Affairs Commission, demonstrating the Government’s determination to improve its investment environment and competitiveness. EuroCham is willing to join the alliance to share European integrity initiatives with Vietnamese businesses, he said. VIA is a place for the business community, organisations and experts to provide mutual support to promote integrity criteria in all fields and gather anti-corruption initiatives. The alliance will advocate and advance principles of integrity, transparency, accountability and good governance in Vietnam, aiming to develop Vietnam into an attractive destination for investors. It will also support the business community and encourage organisations, the private sector and domestic and foreign partners to get involved in anti-corruption initiatives. The first meeting of leaders is scheduled to take place in late June. VOV