corruption

Corruption is the abuse of public or private office for personal gain, involving illegal acts like bribery, fraud, and embezzlement. It is a pervasive issue that governments and international bodies actively work to combat through legislation and enforcement.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to China's passage of a new cross-border anti-corruption law, which significantly expands its global enforcement capabilities.

Latest on corruption

• China passes cross-border corruption law, expanding anti-graft drive
• New anti-corruption law arms Beijing with expansive global enforcement powers
• China’s new PLA theatre chiefs identified as anti-corruption drive clears ranks
• Ex-Politburo member Ma Xingrui’s corruption charges extend to end of last century
• UK SFO strengthens guidance on corporate self-reporting for fraud, bribery, and corruption
• China’s Communist Party plenum targets passive ‘nice’ guys in anti-corruption push
• Recent crackdowns highlight embedded corruption that continues to enable the Pogo sector to thrive.
• Top US House Democrat vows to go after those 'enriching themselves'

Connections

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