Who We Are
The Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) strengthens democracy around the globe through private enterprise and market-oriented reform. CIPE is one of the four core institutes of the National Endowment for Democracy and a non-profit affiliate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Since 1983, CIPE has worked with business leaders, policymakers, and journalists to build the civic institutions vital to a democratic society. CIPE’s key program areas include anti-corruption, advocacy, business associations, corporate governance, democratic governance, access to information, the informal sector and property rights, and women and youth. CIPE programs are supported by the National Endowment for Democracy, the U.S. Agency for International Development, and the Middle East Partnership Initiative.
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Ethics and Corporate Governance in the Fight against Corruption |
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Building ethical businesses around the world commands the full spectrum of leadership and commitment within firms, countries, and the international community. Private sector efforts to fight corrupt practices should start with corporate governance, effective transparency, and disclosure mechanisms. A more integrated approach should also include codes of conduct, compliance programs, and initiatives to improve the ethical behavior and culture at all levels of a firm. Developing countries are not only sources of corruption, they are also the emerging frontiers in the global fight against bribery and extortion. Read
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The Return of the Left and the Future of Reform in Latin America |
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In the past few years, democracy in Latin America has seen both successes and setbacks. Defining CIPE and its partners’ collective vision of the future of reform in Latin America, CIPE has just released the English version of its new book, The Return of the Left and the Future of Reform in Latin America. As a strategic planning tool, the book provides a broad view of the next five years. See the book>>>
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Harnessing Market Mechanisms for Development:
International Best Practice Standards |
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The fluidity and magnitude of modern capital flows poses new challenges for risk assessment and for maintaining economic stability around the world. In order to address these challenges, governments need to recognize the increasing role of the private sector in development and engage it in the implementation of common international best practice standards. Complying with international standards requires an active, ongoing dialogue between private and public actors to facilitate the shared responsibilities of building institutions for responsible risk assessment. Read
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Building Democracies and Markets in the Post-Conflict Context |
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In post-conflict societies, reconstruction efforts must focus on rebuilding and strengthening institutions in addition to providing humanitarian aid and basic infrastructure. The private sector plays a crucial role in advancing reconstruction and establishing credible institutions that give post-conflict societies a sense of ownership and faith in the political and economic system and discourage the return of armed conflict. Institutional and economic reforms must be carried out at the grassroots level in order to cultivate a sense of responsibility within local communities and to engage the local private sector and civil society in meeting specific development needs of post-conflict countries. Read
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Reform Toolkit: Corporate Governance for Emerging Markets |
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Corporate governance has become an essential tool for improving corporate performance and advancing the development of market-oriented democracies. A powerful antidote to corruption, corporate governance clarifies private rights and public interests, preventing abuses of both.
This toolkit introduces key concepts in corporate governance, provides a framework for applying corporate governance principles to emerging markets situations, and outlines the four-step strategy developed by the Center for International Private Enterprise for corporate governance reform. Read more >>
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CIPE Overseas Report 2008 Newsletter |
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CIPE is pleased to announce the release of the most recent edition of the Overseas Report newsletter. This issue highlights CIPE Afghanistan’s exciting new economic education program with Afghan MPs; Russian President Medvedev’s decree that will eliminate a number of barriers to doing business in Russia, a direct result of CIPE partners’ advocacy at the national level; CIPE Pakistan’s new voluntary corporate governance guide for family-owned firms, a first in Asia; and the World Bank Institute’s new guide and companion web portal for combating corruption. Read these exciting stories and more >>
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Engaging the Private Sector in Combating Corruption |
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Corrupt dealings by companies are often only a way to avoid inefficiency caused by weak regulations and institutions. While the private sector is commonly perceived to be a source of corruption, it is also a victim – with considerable interest in contributing to solutions. A new paper by CIPE Executive Director John D. Sullivan and Senior Program Officer for Global Programs Aleksandr Shkolnikov (put out by the Norwegian think tank Chr. Michelsen Institute) explores ways donors can engage the private sector in combating corruption, going beyond simply reporting on corrupt individuals. Read the paper >>
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