Corruption Perceptions Index 2023

The Corruption Perceptions Index by Transparency International reveals low scores in public sector corruption worldwide, with many countries experiencing their worst showing in over a decade. Efforts to reduce corruption are faltering, and there are risks of embezzlement of climate funds due to lack of transparency. Denmark remains the least corrupt country, while countries like South Sudan, Somalia, Venezuela, and Syria rank at the bottom.

Corruption Perceptions Index 2025

Transparency International released the Corruption Perceptions Index, showing many countries had their worst corruption scores in over a decade. Global corruption levels remain high, with efforts to reduce them faltering. The index ranks 180 countries based on public sector corruption perception. The U.S. and other Western nations saw declines in their scores. Many governments worldwide are failing to tackle corruption effectively.