Germany Drops in Global Corruption Ranking, Transparency in Party Funding Criticized

Transparency International highlights unregulated donations and lobbying influence as key issues undermining Germany's anti-corruption efforts.

Germany fell to 15th place in Transparency International's 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index, its lowest ranking since the index began in 2012.
The report cites deficiencies in transparency laws and unregulated political donations, including controversial contributions to the far-right AfD party.
Transparency International calls for a reform of party financing laws, emphasizing the risks posed by undisclosed and foreign-origin donations.
Lobbying by fossil fuel companies is identified as a major factor hindering climate policy and contributing to corruption in Germany.
The organization urges the implementation of a federal transparency law and a mandatory 'lobby footprint' to enhance accountability in policymaking.