Corruption Perception Research Articles

E-governance and Corruption Perception: Global Insights and Ukraine’s Context During War and Displacement

This study explores the intricate relationship between e-governance and corruption perception using the E-Government Development Index (EGDI) and Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) data. Ukraine’s legal landscape is examined, highlighting efforts to enhance public administration transparency. This study underscores the role of citizens in fostering e-governance and reducing corruption and crime. Comparative analyses challenge assumptions about income and egovernance, while “smart grids” and digitalization emerge as solutions to energy challenges in Ukraine. Ultimately, this study illuminates the transformative potential of e-governance and its significance in modern governance paradigms during wartime and in situations involving a large number of displaced people.

A Review of Effectiveness of Anti-Corruption Strategies and Institutions in Kenya

It is often stated that the fight against corruption in Kenya does not need strong men; rather, the onslaught against pilferage and plundering of public resources requires strong institutions. Unfortunately, present efforts to combat corruption in Kenya have yielded a mixed bag of results, both negative and positive. Ostensibly, extant discourses indicate that anti-corruption institutions in Kenya and the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission in particular have been unable to achieve a single high-profile conviction. Towards this, the debate on the effectiveness of anti-corruption strategies and the institution in the country is interminable. It is, therefore, the view of this study that institutions in Kenya face systemic and endemic snugs that are perhaps preventing them from achieving their institutional duty of custodianship of good practice. Results from this conceptual review indicate that although Kenya has one of the most progressive legislative and institutional frameworks on anti-corruption, the Corruption Perception Index has it that Kenya still experiences high corruption, with a score of 3 out of 10, or a ranking of position 126 out of 180 countries. Although the study noted political interference, particularly from the executive, it underscores that anti-corruption institutions do not have adequate human and financial resources, which are thought to hinder their capacity to investigate and prosecute corrupt individuals. It is recommended that Kenya should strengthen legal safeguards, empower whistleblowers, implement various anti-corruption strategies, and entrench a culture of integrity. The study recommends that the anti-corruption institutions should be allocated sufficient resources, both human and financial, so that they carry out their duties independently. The study further recommends that the future of anti-corruption actions depends on incorporating civil society organizations, the media, and international partners into the campaign against the misappropriation of public funds, as these entities play peripheral, yet pivotal roles in oversight, advocating for reforms, and enhancing public awareness. Top of Form Over and above, the study notes the criticality of freeing independent institutions from the control of the executive so that they can work autonomously.

Mapping societal resilience across eight European nations in the context of multifaceted associations with global indices: An ecological study

Facing global challenges like economic crises, political unrest, and public health issues, societies must be resilient. Societal Resilience is the collective capacity to endure and bounce back from such adversities. This study delves into its complexity and its ties to economic, social, healthcare, and political domains, offering insights for decision-makers and academics. A Societal Resilience questionnaire was distributed across eight nations (Czech Republic, Estonia, Georgia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and Ukraine) in late 2022 and early 2023, with the results compared to international data. Statistical methods revealed significant links between Societal Resilience and four global indicators: urban population and immigrant stock share (both positively correlated), and population growth (negative), as well as perceiving climate change as a major threat (negative). Excluding Ukraine, twelve significant connections emerged, including gender equality and corruption perception. The research underscores the importance of multifaceted, informed approaches to bolster Societal Resilience, providing a policy and practice framework to navigate a complex global landscape. Further studies should expand the country sample to examine more relationships, like those between financial factors and Societal Resilience.

Sensitisation of Taxpayers Education and Tax Administrations in Enhancement of Tax Compliance

This study reviewed relevant literatures on the sensitisation of taxpayers’ education and tax administrations in enhancement of tax compliance. The library research was adopted in the study which entails a review of existing literature and forms the basis for the conclusion to be drawn. The study was supported by the fiscal exchange theory with the assumption that the behaviour of taxpayer’s compliance can be influenced with the services and public goods provided by the government. Tax non-compliance is common in developing countries and has been linked to a number of issues, including ineffective tax administration, low taxpayer morale, a lack of institutional capacity for taxing the informal sector, lack of technological infrastructure and mismanagement of tax revenue. This study then bring to recommendation that government should be transparent, accountable and reduce perception of corruption when dealing with taxpayers, as this would create trust and influence tax compliance voluntarily.

Strategies for Achieving SDGs on the Main Points of Poverty Eradication: A Case Study of ASEAN Member States

This research aims to support the main goal of SDG’s, it’s mean poverty eradication. The instruments used in this research to eradicate poverty are through increasing the value of the Corruption Perceptions Index, the Human Development Index, and the Giving Index. This research uses a quantitative panel data method with a Random Effect Model. The results show that the Corruption Perceptions Index, the Human Development Index, and the Giving Index have a significant negative effect on poverty both partially and simultaneously. The results of this study show that poverty alleviation requires contributions from all parties, namely the government, fellow citizens, and even the poor themselves. The government, as the holder of power, is able to make policies to eradicate poverty. These policies will succeed if there is no corruption. Excessively charitable individuals provide assistance to those in need, thus creating a more even distribution and welfare of the needy population. The poor themselves must also strive to improve their quality to escape poverty.

Effectiveness of international legal instruments to combat corruption

The relevance of this study is argued by the need to implement international practices of combating corruption and to improve the efficiency of legal mechanisms and instruments for combating corruption in all spheres of the state’s life. The purpose of this study was to conduct a comprehensive investigation of the effectiveness of international legal instruments for combating corruption in Ukraine. To fulfil this purpose, it was necessary to perform the following tasks: to identify international legal instruments for fighting corruption; to investigate ways to assess the level of corruption perception in the world; to determine the progress in the fight against corruption in Ukraine; to identify problems that prevent the increase of the corruption perception index in Ukraine; to develop tools for improving the level of combating corruption in Ukraine. The principles of dialectics served as the basis of the methodological framework of the study, which included such general scientific and special legal cognition methods as comparative legal, formal legal, analysis, and synthesis. Based on the analysis of secondary sources, the study established the significance of analysing and classifying the definition of international legal instruments for combating corruption and ways of assessing the level of perception of corruption in the world. The analysis of statistical data and sociological surveys helped to establish the progress of the fight against corruption in Ukraine, which is reflected in the concrete data of monitoring the level of perception of corruption in Ukraine. The emphasis was placed on a systematic approach to identifying the problems that hinder the improvement of the corruption perception index in Ukraine. Using the comparative legal method, the study compared the provisions of Ukrainian and international legislation directly related to the issues of combating corruption and its manifestations. The conclusions of the study were formulated, with propositions of concrete tools for improving the level of combating corruption in Ukraine by improving the activities of state structures. The study reviewed and analysed relevant scientific articles of Ukrainian and foreign researchers. The practical significance of this study lies in the possibility of using its findings in the activities of Ukrainian state bodies, considering the international experts’ assessment of the effectiveness of the anti-corruption instruments already applied

The Role of Public Integrity in Controlling Corruption

This study aims to analyze the extent to which the Index of Public Integrity can be used to increase Perceived Corruption so that low and low-middle-income countries can form policies that will increase the country's ability to control corruption in the future. This study uses panel data from the Index of Public Integrity by ERCAS and the Corruption Perception Index by Transparency International in low and low-middle-income countries during 2016 – 2022. Regression analysis, t-test, and R-Square were done using EViews 9 software. Test results show Administrative Transparency, Online Services, Freedom of the Press, and Judicial Independence positively influence the Corruption Perception Index so that it can be used as a major consideration in formulating government policies and regulations to reduce corruption. Meanwhile, E-Citizenship has no influence and Budget Transparency has a negative relationship with Perceived Corruption because of the legal culture. This research can contribute a basis and consideration in preparing government policies aimed at controlling the level of corruption in a country.

IMPACT OF CRIMINAL OFFENSE IN THE ECONOMIC FIELD ON THE LEVEL OF FINANCIAL SECURITY: FORMATION OF A MODERN APPROACH IN CASE OF JORDAN

The main purpose of the article is to develop a theoretical and methodological approach to determining the influence of criminal crime factors in the country on the level of financial security of the state. For this purpose, the key object of study is the Jordanian financial security system. The scientific task is to establish possible relationships between the level of criminalization of the economy in the country and the security of the financial sector. The research methodology involves the use of the method of correlation and regression analysis, the use of special software for working with data analysis, the F-criterion modeling method, the Hoerl model, and an abstract logical method for summarizing the research results. Conclusions about the state and trends of the Corruption Perception Index in Jordan were analyzed and made. A calculation of the level of financial security of Jordan over the past five years is presented. Based on the results of the study, it was proven that the influence of economic crime and criminal offenses in the economy as a whole have a direct significant impact on the level of quality of life of the population of Jordan and financial security in general. The urgent need for shadowization of the Jordanian economy has been proven in the context of increasing the level of its financial security, which is aimed at reducing such criminal offenses as corruption and deep shadowing due to criminal activity. It was established based on the results of calculations that an increase in the level of financial security in Jordan has a direct impact on changes in the level of quality of life of the population in the country. The study is limited by taking into account the specifics of only one country - Jordan. Future research prospects aim to address this limitation and include more Middle Eastern countries.

Significance of States with the Largest Defense Allocations (In Millions of US Dollars at Current Prices and Exchange Rates) to Corruption Issues

The defense sector will always be vulnerable to corruption, due to risks from high levels of secrecy, complex technical procurement, and exploitation of the hierarchical nature of the military. This study aims to provide a description of the significance of the country's largest defense allocation (in millions of US$ at current prices and exchange rates) to corruption. The approach used in this research is descriptive quantitative. The data used uses the country's CPI (Corruption Perception Index) issued by TII and the country's defense allocation issued by SIPRI. Data analysis used the method of testing the hypothesis through the khai-square distribution. This study concludes that the number of countries with CPI below the average of the 50 countries with the largest defense allocation (in millions of US$ at current prices and exchange rates) is not constant and therefore the cause is a significant factor. meaning that it can be interpreted that countries with large defense allocations tend to have a CPI below the average.

Determinants of Corruption in ASEAN Countries

This paper investigates the economic, institutional, and social determinants of corruption in ASEAN countries using unbalanced panel data over the period of 1996–2022. ASEAN has 10 countries, such as Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. Corruption is measured by the Corruption Perception Index published by Transparency International. Determinants of corruption are expected to be foreign direct investment, gross domestic product per capita growth, inflation, political stability, regulatory quality, and internet usage, based on the literature review. The empirical results show that increasing foreign direct investment, political stability, and regulatory quality in ASEAN countries can reduce corruption significantly, whereas internet usage is found to have a slightly significant positive effect on corruption. However, gross domestic product per capita growth and inflation are not determinants of corruption in ASEAN countries.

MEXICO’S DEMOCRACY UNDER THREAT? EFFECTS OF FEAR AND CORRUPTION IN MEXICO: UPDATED

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to expose public attitudes in Mexico towards the perceived success or failure of democracy in the country, and possible support for authoritarian alternatives that might be perceived as more successful in delivering justice and security. Theoretical Framework: Mexico’s new democracy has stalled due to severe and persistent corruption scandals and an overwhelming security and justice crisis, heightened by an explosion of violence associated with narcotics trafficking organized crime. The situation is serious enough to question the survival of democracy in Mexico. Design/Approach: This paper presents and analyzes data from the Americas Barometers of 2006 - 2019 that cover the main period of extreme insecurity in Mexico. Findings: The article confirms that Mexicans are disappointed with the way democracy works in Mexico. Their frustration is driven by several factors: perceptions of political corruption, concerns for the country’s safety and security, and their economic situation. The most salient concerns have to do with corrupt politicians and security. A substantial proportion of the Mexican public is considering trading democracy for security. Research, Practical, & Social Implications: Further study should examine if there is support for extra-legal suppression of crime, if support has increased perhaps out of frustration, and the complex relationship Mexicans have with the widespread perception that both the political system and the justice system is irrevocably corrupt. Originality/Value: The issue of the survival of nascent democracy is of great interest in comparative politics and Latin American studies. The broader question is how to help youg democracies mature into healthy democracies.

Does corruption boost economic growth in developing countries?

Many countries with emerging economies suffer from a high level of corruption that hampers their overall development. Despite the abundance of literature scrutinizing the intricate relationship between corruption and economic growth, the precise nature of this connection remains elusive. To address this, this study rigorously examines the link between corruption and economic growth across 129 developing countries, spanning the years 2003 to 2021. The methodology relies on Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) to gauge the extent of corruption within these nations. Employing the Plate-Corrected Standard Error (PCSE) estimator, we seek to derive a more robust and reliable measure of the correlation between corruption and growth. The noteworthy revelation of this investigation is that higher levels of corruption surprisingly correlate with increased economic growth in developing countries, thereby supporting the intriguing "grease the wheels" hypothesis. These findings challenge conventional assumptions and prompt a re-evaluation of the perceived negative impact of corruption on economic development. Furthermore, our analysis uncovers additional factors influencing economic growth in developing nations. Notably, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and revenues from oil contribute positively to economic growth, while augmented military expenditures emerge as a suppressant. These nuanced insights shed light on the multifaceted dynamics shaping economic trajectories in developing countries and underscore the complexity of the interplay between corruption and key economic indicators.

Субрегиональные различия в отношении к бытовой коррупции на Дальнем Востоке России

This study examines differences in experiences with petty corruption and attitudes toward it among residents of four major urban centers in Russia’s Far East, the country’s largest but understudied macro-region. Analyzing our own survey data, we find that one subregion stands out from the other three considered in the study. Residents of the Sakha Republic (Yakutia) demonstrate more negative attitudes toward corruption and report less frequent occurrences of petty corruption. Our qualitative findings confirm the existence of a distinct subregional pattern in perceived petty corruption. We hypothesize that the detected difference in attitudes may be rooted in the national composition of the Sakha Republic (Yakutia), which, in contrast to the other regions under study, is dominated by native people. As an extension of our main analysis, we explore the conditional correlations between individual characteristics and perceptions of corruption (while accounting for region of residence) and observe several interesting patterns.

Moderating Influence of Corruption on the Relationship between Aggregate Tax Revenue and Economic Development in Nigeria and Ghana

The study examines the moderating influence of corruption on the relationship between aggregate tax revenue and economic development in Nigeria and Ghana. Ex-post facto research design was adopted for the study where country specific data extracted from the annual publications of OECD database on tax revenue in Africa, Central Bank of Nigeria and Transparency International (TI) for the periods 1981 to 2022 were used. The dependent variable was economic development measured with Gross Domestic Product at 2015 Constant price while the independent variable was Aggregate tax revenue. The relationship between the dependent and independent variables was moderated by the presence of corruption measured by Corruption perception index for Nigeria and Ghana. Different econometric techniques were applied in the study while the data was analyzed by means of the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model using E views Version 10. The findings showed that in Nigeria and Ghana, aggregate tax revenue had a positive and significant influence on economic development both short and long run whereas corruption had a negative but significant influence on the relationship between tax revenue and gross domestic product of Nigeria and Ghana. The study therefore recommends among others that the respective governments of Nigeria and Ghana should put in place adequate fiscal measures to ensure that revenue generated from taxes are effectively utilized to develop their economies. They should also see the need to tackle corruption in the process of executing projects by ensuring that activities of bad and corrupt leaders are closely monitored through further strengthening the hands of the anti Graft Agencies like the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and ICPC to have the political will to persecute corrupt leaders and managers of public funds.

Anti-corruption Law as a Fiction: The Illusion of Serving Morality by Controlling It through Rules and Regulations with an International Reach

According to the Corruption Perception Index of Transparency International, corruption is still far more prevalent in “non-Western” countries. The search for more effective anti-corruption legislation has shifted from preventing and combating bribery to preventing corruption in a broader sense. Consequently, anti-corruption law has obtained a more far-reaching scope. However, this does not work sufficiently. Up till now, we do not know why. This article focuses on why we should consider revising anti-corruption legislation. The research is a qualitative theoretical analysis based on empirical insights from preliminary anthropological fieldwork conducted in Gabon (Feikema 2015). One of the reasons for the challenge seems to be that the implicit institutional setup—namely, of a national state with a rule of law, which forms the point of departure of anti-corruption law—is not self-evident in countries where this democratic rule of law is not an experienced reality. For example, in the so-called hybrid political orders (Boege 2008), these developments of anti-corruption law may have a confusing and alienating impact, as demonstrated by a case study. Therefore, the effectiveness of these laws could be doubted. Even more importantly, respect for human dignity, the rationale of these laws, seems to be seriously at stake. We could understand recent developments in anti-corruption law as an illusion of control. Even more vitally, anti-corruption law could be considered a symptom of derailment. What we experience as evil may occur as the disturbance of the ecological cohesion of society: derailment.

The Role of Corruption, FDI, and Unemployment in ASEAN-5 Economic Growth

Corruption is a global issue that remains unresolved to this day. It can lead to a decrease in investment and inefficiency in government spending allocation, impacting economic growth. Therefore, controlling corruption is a crucial issue that cannot be underestimated. This study uses panel data from 2012 to 2022 in ASEAN-5 countries (Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand). The method used is panel data regression with a fixed-effect model (FEM). The results indicate that foreign direct investment (FDI) has a significant positive effect on economic growth, while the corruption perception index and unemployment have no significant impact in the ASEAN-5 countries. This study suggests that promoting FDI is key to ASEAN-5's economic growth. Additionally, addressing corruption and unemployment through governance and labor market reforms is also crucial for sustainable development in the region.

Political corruption and earthquakes: Governance in Turkey under Erdogan's rule

AbstractIn 2023, a major earthquake struck Turkey, leaving thousands dead and exposing the country's corruption problems. The current Turkish president Erdoğan was sworn into power in 2003. Erdoğan's government has completely transformed the country with construction projects that have provided a huge economic boost. However, successive amnesties and non‐compliance with building regulations have uncovered cases of corruption. This paper analyses the evolution of corruption in Turkey during Erdoğan's rule. Several indicators are considered, such as the Corruption Perception Index, the Index on Impartial Administration or the V‐Dem Indicator on Political Corruption. The results indicate that two distinct stages can be distinguished during Erdoğan's term in office. The first stage was marked by a reduction in the perception of corruption, and the second stage was marked by an increase in the number of tenders for public works and corruption. Finally, several policy recommendations are proposed to reduce corruption in Turkey.

Investigating the Relationship between Public Governance and the Corruption Perception Index

Investigating the Relationship between Public Governance and the Corruption Perception Index

Drawing the line: public attitudes towards warranted and unwarranted government surveillance in European countries

This article investigates public attitudes towards government surveillance for law enforcement and national security in different European countries, considering the broader context of citizens' security concerns. These concerns encompass crime within individual countries, potential terrorist attacks, activities of foreign agents, and even inter-state conflicts, such as the Russian Federation's military aggression against Ukraine. Using data from the International Social Survey Programme, we examine opinions about various types of government surveillance. Regression analysis is employed to determine which variables influence these opinions. Notably, there is a tangible hesitation among citizens regarding such surveillance, stemming from fears of privacy invasion and potential misuse of collected data. Our findings indicate greater support for government surveillance in Western and Nordic countries compared to post-Communist countries. Respondents with a comprehensive understanding of political issues and those advocating for government spending on security generally held a more positive view of government surveillance rights. On the other hand, perceptions of higher corruption were linked to negative views on surveillance.

ANALISIS FAKTOR–FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT DI NEGARA BERKEMBANG KAWASAN ASIA

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) holds a crucial role, benefing not only the investor's home country but also contributing to the prospery of the host nations, especially the developing countries in the Asian region, which stand as the largest recipients of global FDI. This research aims to pinpoint the factors influencing FDI inflows in Asian developing countries from 2012 to 2019. Employing panel data analysis techniques, the study reveals that market size, trade openness, and infrastructure significantly drive FDI inflows. Conversely, human capal and taxation are identified as hindering factors, while the perception of corruption does not notably impact FDI. By enhancing our comprehension of the dynamics shaping FDI trends in Asian developing nations, this research provides valuable insights for policymakers and stakeholders. serves as a guide for those seeking to create an environment conducive to foreign investment, facilating sustainable economic growth and development in the region.