Author: Kieran Guilbert
Published on: 11/02/2025 | 00:00:00
AI Summary:
Transparency International (TI) compiles the Corruption Perceptions Index. About a quarter have notched their lowest score since the NGO started using its current methodology. Europe’s ability to combat corruption is falling short, hindering the bloc’s response to challenges. TI highlights “systemic corruption and a continuous decline of the rule of law” the report referenced recent US sanctions placed on Hungarian government official Antal Rogán. Bulgaria, Romania and Malta were the other bottom scorers in the region. Slovakia was flagged as a country to watch after its score dropped by five points to 49. Corruption and climate crisis intertwined TI. France dropped four points to 67 while Germany was down three points to 75. Conflict of interest among politicians and lobbying are a concern, report says.
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