Corruption and Aid Diversion Corrode Former Eastern Bloc
Aid diversion from rural agricultural communities continues as systemic corruption corrodes what is left of Eastern European democracy
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Egypt’s Sisi Wins Referendum, Extending Rule to 2030
Egyptians on the weekend of April 20 cast their votes on a series of controversial constitutional amendments. The proposed changes would allow President Abdel-Fattah el-Sisi to stay in power until 2030 and expand the power of the military.
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Can Guatemala’s Anti-Corruption Crusader Win the Presidency?
In 2009, the International Commission Against Impunity in Guatemala (CICIG) described Thelma Aldana’s appointment to the country’s supreme court as “unsuitable.” Almost immediately however, Ms. Aldana defied all expectations.
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Brazil’s Ex-Leader Lula Surrenders to Police
Former Brazilian President, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, previously considered the world’s most popular politician, was arrested on April 7 for corruption and money laundering charges.
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Sara Netanyahu Under Investigation for Charges of Corruption
Israeli Prime Minister’s Wife, Sara Netanyahu, could face bribery, fraud charges, and breach of trust, potentially resulting in up to five years of prison time for using government funds.
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South Korean President Park Geun-hye Leaves the Presidential Blue House
South Korean President Park Geun-hye, impeached over corruption and a cronyism scandal, has stepped down from the presidency. She then left the presidential Blue House on Sunday.
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FOCUS on Shadow Economies: Russia
Black market dealings in Russia are estimated to be about $49.04 billion in value, and this is especially prominent in the education system. Many achieve success and influence by taking advantage of the system to get titles and positions that they did not earn.
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Romania Abandons Corruption Bill Amid Ongoing Protests
Romanian government scrapped a proposed bill protecting politicians from facing corruption charges. The repeal came amid ongoing protests against government actions.
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Watchdog Reports Corruption Among South Sudan’s Elite
The South Sudanese government was quick to shutter a local newspaper that publicized the report, prompting concern for the citizens who contributed to it.
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Impeached Rousseff Departs, But Corruption Remains
Despite her impeachment, Dilma Rousseff was never found to have been directly involved in corruption schemes, unlike many in her party.
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