Corruption will continue to thrive until justice systems can punish wrongdoing and keep governments in check, according to Transparency International. The organization noted that the majority of countries have shown minimal to no improvement in tackling public sector corruption. It warned that the rise in impunity for corruption is fueled by both authoritarian regimes and democratic leaders undermining justice. “Leaders should fully invest in and guarantee the independence of institutions that uphold the law and tackle corruption,” said Transparency’s CEO, François Valérian.
Source: Written by Zdravko Ljubas, 2024-02-01; https://www.occrp.org/en/daily//en/daily/18425-transparency-international-weak-justice-systems-help-corruption-grows