Corruption Quote by Eduard Shevardnadze
“Corruption has its own motivations, and one has to thoroughly study that phenomenon and eliminate the foundations that allow corruption to exist.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Anti‑Corruption Conference, 1998
Corruption stems from systemic incentives; it must be dismantled by removing enabling structures.
In simple terms: Corruption thrives on weak systems.
Key Takeaway
Target root causes to eradicate corruption.
Themes
ethics
governance
systemic risk
Mood
serious
determined
Type
policy
strategic
When to use this quote
- legislative drafting
- public sector audits
- civil society monitoring
Key Concepts
institutional design
policy reform
accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- What structural changes can prevent corruption?
- How to ensure reforms are sustained?
A Different Perspective
Complex reforms may face entrenched interests.
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