State Capture and Patronage in Post-Rose Revolution Georgia: A Quiet Obstacle to Reform
Since the 2003 Rose Revolution, Georgia has often been hailed as a model for post-Soviet reform. Under the leadership of…
Azerbaijan Strengthens Anti-Corruption Framework with Comprehensive Legal Reforms
Azerbaijan has recently enacted significant amendments to its anti-corruption legislation, signaling a more structured approach to combating corruption within the…
Corruption in Caucasus: March Highlights
The Caucasus region, encompassing Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia, has long grappled with the pervasive issue of corruption, which undermines governance,…
Disgrace at MIT: Ramin Isayev’s MBA Revoked Amidst Widespread Misconduct
The international investigation into the fraudulent actions of Ramin Isayev (also known as Ramin Ali Hakan), former CEO of SOCAR…
The Orkhan Babazade Fraud Case: Unveiling the Depths of Corporate Deception
In a recent high-profile case that has sent shockwaves through Azerbaijan’s business community, Orkhan Babazade, a representative of Instapower company…
Georgia’s Anti-Corruption Progress: A Regional Leader Facing New Challenges
In recent years, Georgia has made significant strides in combating corruption, positioning itself as a leader in the Eastern Europe…
Armenia, Kazakhstan & Uzbekistan Showing Progress in fighting Corruption
In recent years, Armenia, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan have demonstrated notable progress in combating corruption, as highlighted by Transparency International’s Corruption…
Armenia’s Anti-Corruption Crusade: Renewed Charges Against Former Officials Signal a Turning Point
In a significant development in Armenia’s ongoing battle against corruption, the Prosecutor General’s Office has filed new charges against Seyran…
Former German Lawmakers Stand Trial Over Alleged Azerbaijani Bribes
In a significant development highlighting the pervasive reach of Azerbaijani corruption into European political institutions, two former German parliamentarians, Axel…
Exposing Suspicious Contracting Practices: A Deep Dive into Georgian Dream’s Operations
Introduction Recent investigations by Transparency International Georgia and other watchdog organizations have unearthed alarming practices in Georgia’s public procurement processes,…