Global anti-corruption efforts face new obstacles

Subject

Anti-corruption efforts.

Significance

'Fighting corruption' has become a staple of political debate across most low- and high-income countries. However, the prospects for the success of national and international efforts are modest.

Impacts

• A second term for US President Donald Trump term would advance Washington's retreat from promoting anti-corruption overseas.
• China's Belt and Road Initiative is plagued by opaque deals.
• Western corporates are likely to strengthen anti-corruption efforts for legal, financial and reputational reasons.