Publications

New corruption risks in climate finance, such as organised criminal networks, are jeopardising the energy transition. Anti-corruption activists and climate programmes must work together to maintain the integrity controls essential for climate action programmes to succeed.

Sustainability reporting can reduce corruption and enhance corporate transparency. Development cooperation organisations and sector-wide anti-corruption initiatives provide examples of how this can be done.

With recent and rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, it’s time to check in on AI’s headway – and the hype – and revisit how the technology can be used in anti-corruption work.

A review mechanism without meaningful participation reduces credibility and impact. Strengthening the involvement of civil society organisations will help the UN Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) meet its standards in reducing corruption.

Overcrowding and corruption in Peruvian prisons fuel mobile phone smuggling. Modern technology, better staff training, and policy reforms can enhance control and support fair governance.

Alternative legal approaches, enhanced political will and improved international cooperation can secure a greater distribution of monetary sanctions.

Ukraine’s recovery relies on strengthening local self-government authorities to ensure transparency and fair reconstruction. Decentralised efforts, legal clarity, and collaboration are key to sustainable progress.

36% of peace processes between 1990 and 2023 included anti-corruption measures. Agreements that attempt to redetermine the future of the state more commonly include anti-corruption initiatives. But secondary mediation and other underused channels can be used to incorporate anti-corruption reforms.

Business integrity can have a positive impact on the quality of democracy, while unethical business practices can negatively affect democracy.

Corruption risks in vaccine research and clinical trials in lower-income nations, include undue influence, bribery and misappropriation of the research funds.