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Political Corruption Index

Data by V-Dem. Expert estimates of the extent to which the executive, legislative, judiciary, and bureaucracy engage in bribery and theft, and the making and implementation of laws are susceptible to corruption. The index ranges from 0 to 1 (highly corrupt).

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17 Mar 2026
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17 Sept 2026
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