Helen Clark Foundation report warns of corruption vulnerability in NZ, calling for improvements in political donations, lobbying, and foreign bribery laws.
The Helen Clark Foundation's new report warns of vulnerability to corruption in New Zealand, calling for improvements in rules regarding political donations, lobbying, and foreign bribery. The report highlights issues such as ministers becoming lobbyists, undisclosed donations, and a lack of regulation surrounding lobbying. It suggests strengthening five key areas: lobbying, donations to political parties, access to official information, laws against foreign bribery, and a register of beneficial ownership of corporate entities. The report emphasizes the need to improve trust and confidence in political decision-making to prevent the rise of populist leaders who may undermine democratic norms.
August 17, 2024
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