Another member of ruling party quits and resignation rocks Turkey’s PM as close scandal continues
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.
Corruption and Drugs Haunt Myanmar Democratization
Extreme corruption left by previous system and the use of drugs haunt Myanmar democratization and compound move to democracy in fragile situation
Turkey PM Fights Graft Allegations as More Defect
Tayyip Erdogan Turkey PM fights graft allegations amid more discontent from opposition and allies
Political Interference Alleged in Turkey Court Scandal
PM accused of attempting to interfere in Turkey court scandal corruption case that has ensnared him
PM Fights Turkey Corruption Scandal and Protests
Nation remains in turmoil as promises of confrontation made as PM fights Turkey corruption scandal
Victorious Anti-Graft Party Mulls Alliances in Delhi
After major wins vote, new party mulls alliances in Delhi amid unprecedented flow of power
India Corruption is Driving Ruling Congress Party Collapse
Ruling Congress Party collapse is full retreat amid rise in India corruption and economic slowdown
India Passes Anti-Corruption Bill Ahead of Elections
As new corruption fighting party surges, meeting of established parties in India passes anti-corruption bill with new measures to fight corrupt
India Anti-Graft Leader Kerjiwal Prepares for Governance
India’s rising Arvind Kerjiwal prepares for governance after winning election on anti-graft ticket but following through will be difficult in ancient city
India Anti-Corruption Party Makes Historic Gains
India Anti-Corruption Party: New party takes second place in capital Delhi pushing ruling party into third