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Corruption in Pacific Island countries (pdf 730kb)

This UNDP paper explores corruption and its impact upon human development in the Pacific region

The report covers the following topics:
- An overview of human development and corruption in the Pacific
- Overview of the history, culture and politics of Pacific Island countries
- The types and extent of corruption in Pacific Island countries
- The role of tradition and culture in corruption

It concludes with a series of recommendations to development practitioners, policy makers and political leaders on practical measures to reduce corruption in the Pacific.

 

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