Administrative Corruption and Ways to Combat It

Administrative corruption is one of the most dangerous forms of corruption, threatening development, equity and social stability. It has a negative impact on social services, investments, and trust in administrative institutions. Corruption occurs when management deviates from the public intere st in order to pursue private interests, which constitutes an abuse of power. Administrative corruption is a global phenomenon present in every country, manifesting in overt forms such as embezzlement and bribery, as well as covert forms involving the mani pulation of systems and decisions for the benefit of relatives. Regardless of its various manifestations, its core impact is to undermine citizenship and weaken the sense of responsibility. To combat corruption, it is essential to understand its causes, ma nifestations, and consequences, and to implement various procedures, including studies and research, to devise effective solutions. Obstacles to fighting corruption include fears for whistleblowers, slow legal proceedings, banking secrecy, a lack of explic it legal texts and corrupt individuals using modern technologies. Proposed recommendations to address administrative corruption include promoting a culture of integrity through education and the media; activating oversight bodies; improving salaries; creat ing new job opportunities based on merit; holding officials accountable regardless of their position; and including university courses on ethics and the harms of corruption. In conclusion, administrative corruption is the root of all corruption, and its pr evalence can lead to the collapse of society and the state. Therefore, addressing it is essential for maintaining social stability and promoting development.