BERLIN,, February 11, 2025 / Prnewswire / – Global corruption remains alarming, according to the 2024 Corruption perception index (ICC) Released today by Transparency International. The report reveals that more than two -thirds of the countries have obtained a score of less than 50 out of 100, the world average unchanged at 43, stressing the urgent need for concrete action against corruption. In addition, while 32 countries have made significant progress against corruption since 2012, 148 countries have stagnated or decreased during the same period.
In the midst of global heating events and extreme weather conditions, corruption exacerbates the climate crisis. The results of Transparency International highlight the significant impact of corruption on vulnerable climate countries and the main international climatic conferences. Many crucial nations for climate diplomacy, including high -level event hosts such as COP, see a drop in IPC scores, corruption hinders effective climate action.
The IPC also highlights the growing risks for billions of dollars in vital climatic financing, often in countries that need it most. South Africa,, Vietnam And Indonesia Illustrate how corruption derails climatic initiatives. In South AfricaThe former CEO of ESKOM estimated in 2023 that the energy supplier lost roughly 55 m per month. Corruption has also hampered climate -related projects in countries like Somalia And South Sudanwhere climate change aggravates the current crises.
Maíra Martini, CEO of Transparency International, stressed the urgency of incorporating anti-corruption measures into climate efforts: “Governments and multilateral organizations must protect climate funds and rebuild trust by attacking corruption. “”
In addition, the report highlights the dangerous influence of lobbyists of fossil fuels, who often shape climate policies for the benefit of their interests. This is particularly obvious in countries with close ties to the fossil fuels industry, as The United States And Brazil. In Azerbaijanthe host of COP29The IPC score remains low at 22 years, reflecting the disturbing role of corruption in undermining global climate negotiations.
The ICC 2024 class 180 countries and territories, revealing that almost 85% of the world’s population lives in countries with IPC scores under 50. While corruption continues to threaten effective climate action, it is clear that stronger anti-corruption measures are necessary to safeguard the backup and fog backup. vulnerable populations and ensure significant global progress.
For country scores plus global and regional analysis, visit CPI 2024 web page of Transparency International.
For detailed results, complete press releases and methodologies, visit Transparency International CPI media kit.
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Source Transparency International
