The international organization Transparency International has released its annual report on the state of corruption worldwide on January 30, providing insights into the global landscape in 2023. The findings indicate that countries in Eastern Europe and Central Asia continue to face challenges in terms of perceived corruption, with issues related to the rule of law, increasing authoritarianism, and systemic corruption. The average score for the region was 35 points, maintaining the level recorded in 2022.
Among the leading nations in the region, Georgia secured the top spot with a score of 53, followed by Armenia with 47 points and Montenegro with 46 points. Conversely, Azerbaijan (23), Tajikistan (20), and Turkmenistan (18) were identified as countries lagging behind in addressing corruption challenges.
The report underscores Uzbekistan's remarkable improvement in the corruption perception indicator over the past decade. Since 2014, the country has seen a notable increase of 15 points, establishing itself as a leader in terms of progress in this crucial area.
Denmark claimed the top spot in the global rankings with an impressive score of 90 points. Finland (87) and New Zealand (85) secured the second and third positions, respectively. Other countries in the top tier include Norway (84), Singapore (83), and Sweden (82). On the contrary, countries with the lowest indicators included Somalia (11), along with Venezuela and Syria, both scoring 13 points.
Earlier Daryo reported that the visit of the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, to Tashkent on December 19 is seen as a significant development in the bilateral relations between Uzbekistan and Qatar. Professor Tadeusz Bodio, from the Institute of Political Studies at Warsaw State University, provided insights into the importance of this visit, particularly emphasizing the ceremony where Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani was recognized with a prestigious international award for his dedication to combating corruption.
Professor Bodio stated, this visit has elevated the friendly ties between Uzbekistan and Qatar to a new level, expanding beyond economic and political dimensions to encompass global cooperation, particularly in the realm of anti-corruption efforts. He underscored the significance of the award ceremony held in Tashkent as a clear indication of Uzbekistan's increasing role in the international fight against corruption.
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