Is it possible to measure corruption? Presentation of the new document from the EMIC Federal Network Collection

Summary:

The article reports on the presentation of a new document by the Federal Multidisciplinary Network of Integrity and Corruption Studies (Red EMIC) on the measurement of corruption. The document proposes an alternative methodological approach to measuring corruption, considering the historical and institutional context and the relationships between the public and private sectors. The authors identify the strengths and limitations of existing corruption indices, such as the Perceptions of Corruption Index, and propose a new approach using network analysis to study the relationships between actors and the state. The document aims to contribute to the development of policies for integrity and transparency and promote a nuanced understanding of corruption. The presentation was held at the Red EMIC meeting, where the new coordinators were introduced, and future publications and events were announced.