Statistical measurement of illicit financial flows

The COVID-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine and the increasing costs of climate change and environmental challenges have had a particularly devastating impact on developing economies highlighting the critical need for addressing the financing gap. The ability to achieve the SDGs remains fragile when IFFs continue to drain resources that would be needed to fulfil human rights and pursue sustainable development. Domestic resource mobilization, assets recovery and curbing IFFs is more critical than ever. Governments’ capacity to raise resources through return of assets will be fundamental to rescue the 2030 Agenda.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Partnerships for the Goals