Prevention of corruption in Eastern Europe and Central Asia

Abstract

Chapter 4 examines a broad range of measures taken by countries in Eastern Europe and Central Asia to prevent corruption in public administration and in the private sector. The Chapter examines progress in strengthening integrity in public service, preventing political influence on professional civil service and sanctioning conflict of interest, reporting obligations and whistle-blower protection. The Chapter analyses progress achieved by the countries in preventing corruption in public procurement, including through the introduction of review systems, e-procurement and debarment. The Chapter further examines how legislation on access to information can be further improved to promote transparency of public administration. It examines mechanisms to prevent political corruption, including rules for financing of political parties and elections. The Chapter analyses integrity in judiciary, including independence, integrity and accountability of judges. It concludes by exploring measures that governments and the private sector in the region took to prevent corruption in the business sector and proposes recommendations for further strengthening these measures.