Iraq’s Position in Global Corruption Transparency Rankings for 2024
Iraq has been ranked 140th globally in the latest assessment of countries’ transparency, according to the report released for 2024. The country is categorized as the eighth most corrupt in the Arab region among a total of 180 nations evaluated.
Global Overview of Corruption Perceptions
The report by Transparency International highlights that corruption remains a significant issue worldwide, though some nations are experiencing noteworthy improvements in their transparency rankings. The analysis evaluates perceptions of corruption within the public sector across all 180 countries and regions.
Denmark leads the rankings as the least corrupt nation, achieving a score of 90 points. Following closely are Finland with 88 points and Singapore with 84 points. New Zealand claims the fourth spot with a score of 83, while Luxembourg rounds out the top five with 81 points.
Iraq’s Specific Ranking
With a score of 26 points, Iraq has fallen three points from its 2023 ranking, solidifying its position as the eighth most corrupt Arab country. Countries such as Somalia, Syria, Sudan, Yemen, Libya, Eritrea, and Lebanon precede Iraq regarding corruption levels in the region.
In contrast, the United Arab Emirates stands as the most transparent Arab nation, holding the 68th position globally. Qatar follows in second, with Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Bahrain occupying the next spots respectively.
Countries with the Highest Corruption Levels
The report indicates that South Sudan, Somalia, Venezuela, Syria, and Yemen are at the bottom of the transparency table, showcasing the most severe corruption issues.
Methodology of the Corruption Rankings
The annual corruption report by Transparency International uses a scale of zero to 100 to evaluate nations from the highest to the lowest levels of corruption. This evaluation is based on insights collected from 13 international organizations, including the World Bank and the World Economic Forum.
This year’s findings underscore the ongoing challenges posed by corruption in Iraq, alongside a broader context of global efforts to combat this pervasive issue. The need for increased transparency and governance reforms remains critical for improving the country’s standing in future evaluations.
