The link between corruption and coronavirus response could be widely seen around the world, according to the report's analysis. For example, Uruguay scored 71 — putting it at 21st place on the list. “Corruption is also pervasive in the procurement of medical supplies.”Even in New Zealand, which placed No. 1 as the least corrupt nation with a score of 88 and has been lauded for its pandemic response, there was room for improvement, Transparency noted. Overall, of 180 countries surveyed, two thirds scored below 50 out of 100 and the average score was 43.

Source: Libya Today January 28, 2021 05:48 UTC