Corruption and state capture
The global Corruption Perceptions Index average fell to 42/100 in 2025, its first drop in over a decade. 122 of 182 countries score below 50.
How this affects people
Corruption diverts public money, weakens public services and erodes trust. It lets harm go unpunished — from illegal logging to procurement fraud.
Transparency tools such as beneficial-ownership registers and open contracting make it harder to hide.
Look at what keeps the problem going
- 01Opaque public procurement
- 02Anonymous shell companies
- 03Weak courts and oversight
- 04Attacks on journalists and civil society
What could happen next
The future leaves room for choices. Compare the outlooks, check what supports them and notice where the evidence becomes less certain
Leadership decline continues
Transparency International reports stalled anti-corruption efforts.
The future is not a timetable. These summaries reflect published scenarios and trends, with deeper uncertainty at longer horizons. Choices made now matter.
Where could a useful response begin?
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