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Access to Information
and the Private Sector
Gaelle Kibranian, Programs Director
May 26, 2009
A2I and the Private Sector
• Access to Information: Background
• An Access to Information legislation for Lebanon
• Access to Information and the Private Sector
• The National Network for the Right of Access to Information
A2I: Background
• Access to Information is a crucial element in all efforts to reduce corruption and enhance transparency and accountability It establishes trust between citizens and governments.
• Access to Information entails openness in conducting public affairs and pro-activity in the publication and provision of key information to the public.
• Access to Information is a basic human right.
A2I Legislation for Lebanon: An overview
• Draft law introduced to Lebanese Parliament on April 9, 2009.
• Draft law will set rules and procedures for the right to access to information.
• Administration vs. Beneficiaries.
• What and where? vs. Limitations.
• The commission.
A2I and the Private Sector: Support the law
• Commitment for economic development and favorable investment climate.
• Businesses will be more profitable.
• Increased levels of transparency and accountability and will build confidence in the business sector.
A2I and the Private Sector: Advantages for business owners
• Generation of key information and data.
• Business profitability.
• Provision of legal protection.
A2I and the Private Sector: Impacts on Economy and Investment
• Investment security and regulatory discipline.
• Legitimate competition and reduction of barriers.
• Increased national and international trust in Lebanese governance.
A2I and the Private Sector: Impacts on Competitiveness
• Competition over governmental bids and contracts.
• Planning business strategies minimizing risks.
What Can you Do???
The National Network for the Right of Access to Information
• Multi-sectoral group established in April 2008.
• Aim: enhance transparency and accountability and strengthen the rule of law and civic participation.
• Structure: Steering Committee, and 2 Working Groups.
THANK YOU !
www.transparency-lebanon.org
www.a2ilebanon.net / www.khabrouna.net