Brazil’s Supreme Court approves federal investigation to allegations that incoming chief of staff for President-elect had taken illegal campaign donations.
Worldwide Corruption articles on Democracy Chronicles
Worldwide corruption is a major obstacle to democracy and the rule of law. In a democratic system, offices and institutions lose their legitimacy when they’re misused for private advantage. This is harmful in established democracies, but even more so in newly emerging ones. It is extremely challenging to develop accountable political leadership in a corrupt climate. Also see our section on World Democracy and our articles on Corruption in America.
Ecuador VP Removed, Accused of Taking Kickbacks from Aide
Ecuador’s President Lenin Moreno on Monday suspended his vice president, who faces allegations that as congresswoman she took kickbacks from a staff member.
Uruguay Rejects Former Peru President’s Asylum Request
Former Peruvian President Garcia promised to cooperate with prosecutors investigating him for possible corruption after Uruguay rejects his asylum request.
Israeli Police Recommend Indictments for Netanyahus
Israeli police have recommended indictments for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara, on bribery and other charges.
Deutsche Bank Offices Raided in Panama Papers Corruption Probe
Police raided six Deutsche Bank offices in and around Frankfurt on Thursday over money laundering allegations linked to the “Panama Papers”.
Chinese Officials Arrested in Kenya Over Bribery Case
Kenyan authorities have arrested seven officials with the CRBC for bribing investigators looking into corruption tied to the Standard Gauge Railway.
EU Whistle blower Protection Heads In The Right Direction
Today, European Parliament Legal Affairs Committee (JURI) voted in favour of stronger protections in an EU-wide whistleblower directive proposed in April.
Brazil Police Issue 22 Arrest Warrants In Corruption Probe
Brazil’s federal police issued 22 arrest warrants due to money laundering scheme involving construction of the new headquarters of the state oil company .
Zambian Anti-Corruption Activist Facing Trumped-up Charges
A Zambian human rights activist is facing jail simply for accusing the country’s judiciary of corruption, Amnesty International said today.
Putin Critic Browder Facing New Charge From Russia
Russian prosecutors announced new criminal charges against U.S.-born Kremlin foe Bill Browder on Monday, sounds alarm on Interpol.