On the occasion of the International Anti-Corruption DayCelebrated on December 9, the IOC announced the implementation of a joint unit in charge of integrity (JIU) for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. Its main mission will be to prevent competition fixing and to address misconduct. It will be operational from January 30 to February 24, 2026.
« The Olympic Games are an example of integrity On a global scale, a celebration where excellence, respect, and fair play prohibit all forms of corruption or misconduct. Thanks to our close collaboration with our partners, we will be able to identify and address these issues. to treat suspected cases more effectively “,” says Giuseppe Deleonardis, IOC ethics and compliance officer.
« Breaches of integrity can take many forms, from competition manipulation to corruption, including unethical behavior by accredited individualsDeleonardis reminds us. If criminal acts are committed, we will share relevant information with the Italian authorities, police, and judicial system. »
