Representatives of Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) agreed on a draft agreement on cooperation in combating corruption. The CIS intends to implement joint programmes and activities, conduct anti-corruption monitoring, exchange information and to improve the legal framework for cooperation. Armenia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan will render each other legal assistance and assistance in cases of corruption offenses, carry out coordinated and operational search, operational and preventive measures, cooperate in the search for and detention of persons who have committed corrupt crimes. In addition, it is planned to establish cooperation in the field of search and return of proceeds of corruption. Another important aspect is providing legal protection and support to citizens and organisations involved in combating corruption.