Fostering Integrity or Falling Short: The Role of Anti-Corruption Laws in Diverse Global Contexts
A special issue of Laws (ISSN 2075-471X).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 September 2025 | Viewed by 1159
Special Issue Editors
Interests: crimes of the powerful (white-collar, corporate, state crime); policing and society; violence against women; media, deviance, and social control; land rights of Aboriginal citizens and Chinese peasants; corporations and securities regulation; Chinese law and society
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue gives attention to the dual potential of anti-corruption laws to foster integrity or fall short in diverse global contexts. It critically examines the interplay between legal frameworks, cultural norms, societal values, institutional structures, and governance dynamics. Anti-corruption laws are often perceived as vital tools for combating corruption, but their effectiveness in promoting a culture of integrity depends on factors such as enforcement mechanisms, political will, cultural tradition, and contextual adaptability. Key areas of focus include the role of well-designed laws in building public trust and ethical governance, as well as the barriers that hinder their success, such as weak enforcement, political interference, and systemic issues like elite capture and impunity. This issue also highlights the influence of societal norms, cultural attitudes, and local contexts on the implementation and impact of these laws. Emerging trends, such as the integration of blockchain, artificial intelligence, and e-governance platforms, are explored alongside innovative approaches that combine legal deterrents with preventive measures and public education. This Special Issue aims to provide actionable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and scholars by bridging gaps between theory and practice. Submissions offering comparative analyses, empirical research, and policy recommendations are encouraged, with a focus on fostering ethical, transparent, and accountable governance systems worldwide.
Prof. Dr. Hongming Cheng
Dr. Joseph Asomah
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- anti-corruption laws
- ethical governance
- corruption
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