Analysts say much more needs to be done to tackle a persistent problem in India
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.
Philippine Police Corruption Forces Suspension of Drug War
Police in the Philippines are suspending their war on drugs until they have cleansed their ranks
South Africa’s Jacob Zuma Faces Another No-Confidence Vote
South Africa’s scandal-plagued President Jacob Zuma faces a no-confidence vote by his own party
India Playing With Money, Playing With Lives
For a country trying to move forward, lift millions out of poverty, and attract investment, this abrupt collective punishment is a sad presage of India’s future under P.M. Modi.
North Korean Regime Focused on South’s Presidency Scandal
Delicate nuclear diplomacy with North must continue during and after South’s Presidency scandal
South Korean President Facing Pressure to Resign After Scandal
Cults and bizarre rituals lead prosecutors to question friend of South Korean President Park Geun-Hye
Renewed Calls For South African President Zuma’s Resignation
Since the most recent elections showed declining party support, calls for Zuma’s resignation have spiked
Unintended Consequences of the Chinese Corruption Crackdown
Local officials are being pushed into inaction as fear of Chinese corruption crackdown has grown
How Ghana Commodified its Government
With some tangible steps towards democratic consolidation in the wake of the 90s, Ghana continues to witness some of the most acrimonious pre-election tension between ruling party and opposition parties
Nuclear Plant Construction is Uniting the Belarusian Opposition
Corruption fueled fears of nuclear disaster have stirred the passions and unity of the Belarusian opposition