Corruption: Quick Facts

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Nov. 8, 2026

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Deals in the dark, kowtowing to donors drove corruption-minded voters to seek change this election • Nov. 4, 2026, 8:06 AM ET (The Salt Lake Tribune)

Government weighs changing corruption law to boost investment climate • Oct. 27, 2026, 10:14 AM ET (Jakarta Post)

Proposal to narrow definition of corruption draws flak • Oct. 25, 2026, 5:57 AM ET (Jakarta Post)

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