Corruption

Corruption, in its broadest sense, refers to dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power, typically involving bribery, extortion, embezzlement, nepotism, and other abuses of power for personal gain. It is often characterized by a breach of trust and an abuse of authority, whether in the public, private, or non-profit sectors. In Hebrew, corruption is translated as שחיתות (shkhitut), while in Spanish it is corrupción, in French corruption, and in German Korruption. Corruption undermines the rule of law, distorts markets, erodes quality of life, and exacerbates poverty, inequality, and injustice. It can occur at all levels of society, from local communities to the highest echelons of government and international business. The United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) is one of the key international instruments aimed at combating corruption, highlighting its global significance and the collective effort required to address it.