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transparency international

January 26, 2020

Anti-corruption efforts 'stagnating' in G7 countries

Countries in which elections and political party financing are open to undue influence from vested interests are less able to combat corruption, says Transparency International.
October 22, 2019

Attacks on civil society and journalists increasing in Europe

Space for organisations and journalists that are critical of governments is shrinking, say German civil society and rights organisations.
October 19, 2019

Reliance on information from banks hinders corruption investigations

Governments are failing to tackle international money laundering and tax fraud because police don’t have the tools to track down the owners of companies suspected of criminal activity, a new report by Transparency International claims.
August 14, 2019

Not guilty verdict for Martinelli 'sign of crisis in Panamanian judiciary'

The not guilty verdict in the trial of former president Ricardo Martinelli shows the extent of the judicial crisis in the country, says Transparency International.
July 9, 2019

Rule of law and independence of judiciary 'under threat' in Mongolia

Seventeen judges were dismissed on accusations of corruption just a month after two UN Special Rapporteurs recommended that the government stop politically interfering in the judicial system.
June 25, 2019

Trade unions and civil society call on G20 to protect whistleblowers

G20 High Level Principles on Whistleblowing should reflect best practice in the protection of whistleblowers in both the public and private sectors, regardless of their contractual relationship, the groups said.
June 15, 2019

End corruption to protect human rights in Sudan, says Transparency International

Corruption charges against Omar al-Bashir should be the first step in an anti-corruption process built on democratic institutions and respect for human rights, says Transparency International.
June 10, 2019

Terrorism charges against Zimbabwean pro-democracy activists condemned

Seven pro-democracy activists were arrested after attending a non-violent training workshop in Maldives, which included sessions on strengthening civil society coalitions, engaging with the public, conducting advocacy and improving communications.
June 7, 2019

European Commission confirms Czech Prime Minister's conflicts of interest

Czech citizens are calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, following a recent decision from the European Commission that he has significant conflicts of interest related to his private businesses.
May 21, 2019

Austrian scandal illustrates need for robust global anti-corruption frameworks

The scandal in Austria surrounding former Vice Chancellor Heinz Christian Strache highlights the ease with which the abuse of power and manipulation of political landscapes can happen, even in countries considered to have low levels of corruption, says Transparency International.