Corruption in Iraq

Corruption is pervasive at all levels of government in Iraq. Public survey from Transparency International indicates that a majority of general public is not satisfied with the government's current efforts in fighting corruption.[1] Transparency International's 2017 Corruption Perception Index ranks the country 169th place out of 180 countries.[2]

Dynamics

Political parties and public servants are considered corrupt, and petty corruption is highly institutionalized in Iraqi society.[3]

Corruption is considered an obstacle for doing business in Iraq, and red tape and inefficiency continue to persist. Government contracting is an area reported to be affected by high-levels of illicit activity, and public contracts are often awarded to companies connected to political leaders. Investors may come under pressure to take on well-connected local partners to avoid bureaucratic hurdles.[4]

References

  1. ↑ "Global Corruption Barometer 2013". Transparency International. Retrieved 25 February 2014.
  2. ↑ "Corruption Perception Index 2017".
  3. ↑ "Global Corruption Barometer 2013". Transparency International. Retrieved 25 February 2014.
  4. ↑ "Iraq Country Profile". Business Anti-Corruption Portal. Retrieved 14 July 2015.
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