The Cambridge International Symposium on Economic Crime brings together in one of the oldest medieval Colleges within the University of Cambridge, ministers, legislators, senior officials, diplomats, judges, regulators, law enforcement and security officers, financial intermediaries, bankers, professional advisers, compliance and risk officers and scholars from around the world. Last year the symp
osium attracted well over 1,600 participants from over 100 countries. Over the last thirty years, the Symposium, organised on a non-profit making basis, has established itself as a unique vehicle for promoting, at a truly international level, greater understanding of the practical issues involved in preventing and controlling economic crime, corruption and abuse, and thereby facilitating meaningful co-operation. The programme for this year is as always rich and varied in its content. However, the primary theme addresses the abuse and misuse of information. You will see from our extensive programme that we also address a host of other issues that threaten stability and integrity and in particular the insidious threats presented by organised crime, fraud, corruption and money laundering. Consequently, the programme is of very real relevance not only to those involved in law enforcement and supervision, but all those who are concerned to maintain integrity and protect business in the public or private sector. As in previous years, we have drawn together the widest possible variety of experts from a broad range of disciplines and organisations, all with very real knowledge and experience. The opportunities for networking are unique, as the programme of workshops and in particular the social activities is extensive, with delegates interacting over daily lunches, dinners and drinks receptions at Jesus College Cambridge.
