Ethics and Compliance in the 2024 Paris Olympics

This whitepaper discusses the potential for the 2024 Paris Olympics to reshape the narrative surrounding ethics and compliance (E&C) in megasports. It features an interview with Andrew Spalding, an expert in international anti-corruption efforts, who outlines how the Paris Olympics can set a new standard for future events. The document details the historical context of corruption in megasports, referencing notable scandals such as the Salt Lake City 2002 bribery incident. Spalding emphasizes the significance of France's Sapin II law, enacted in 2016, which mandates compliance programs for large-scale events. The paper also highlights the role of the French Anti-Corruption Agency (AFA) in overseeing the Olympic organizing committee's compliance efforts. Furthermore, it examines the proactive measures being implemented to prevent corruption and the importance of collaboration among nations in addressing ethical governance in future sporting events. The document concludes with a call for integrated risk management strategies to ensure the integrity of international sports.