The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) was established in 1991 and has used the tools of investment to help build market economies and democracies in 27 countries from central Europe to central Asia. The EBRD's Office of the Chief Compliance Officer promotes good governance and ensures that the highest standards of integrity are applied to all activities of the EBRD in accordance with international best practices. In particular, it deals with conflicts of interest, corruption, confidentiality and money laundering.