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The Changing Face of Corruption: Some Experiences from Asia

October 23, 2009
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM, 1636 SSWB/International Institute

Host Department: Center for Southeast Asian Studies (CSEAS)

Sirilaksana Khoman Thai National Counter Corruption Commission

Further Information

Corruption in many parts of the world has steadily evolved from simple administrative transactions involving bribes in return for favors and simple embezzlement, to sophisticated and complex activities, often labeled “regime corruption”, more serious and pernicious, and often made to appear legal.   The situation may become entrenched when the network of beneficiaries widens and the cost of leaving a network becomes prohibitive.  Under these circumstances, limited features of democracy and decentralization can exacerbate the situation.  The talk will draw on examples from Thailand, and touch on India and Korea, for comparison and contrast, in order to pinpoint the causes of the malaise, common to many countries of the world, and possible ways and means to combat it.

 

Co-sponsor: International Policy Center

Contact Information: cseas@umich.edu