The Kosovo Democratic Institute (KDI) has announced that Kosovo has improved its ranking in the 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), published by Transparency International.
Kosovo now ranks 73rd globally out of 180 countries, placing second in the Western Balkans, just behind Montenegro. The country has surpassed Albania, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina in the fight against corruption.
According to the KDI, Southeast Europe and Central Asia remain among the lowest-scoring regions worldwide due to ongoing issues with the rule of law, rising autocracy, media freedom restrictions, and weak democratic institutions.
“For 2024, Kosovo scored 44 points and ranked 73rd globally. Among Western Balkan states, it follows Montenegro while leaving behind Albania, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina,” the statement reads.
The CPI rankings are based on reports from reputable global organizations, including the World Bank, Freedom House, the World Justice Project, the Bertelsmann Foundation, and the Varieties of Democracy Index, with most data collected in 2023.
KDI Urges New Government to Prioritize Anti-Corruption
Following the February 9 parliamentary elections, KDI, as the Kosovo branch of Transparency International, has urged the new government to make anti-corruption a top priority.
“The fight against corruption must be led by an effective national strategy with sufficient financial resources. Institutions must uphold accountability and transparency in the public sector to prevent the misuse of public funds, nepotism, and power imbalances,” the statement adds.
Kosovo’s improved ranking marks a positive step, but sustained efforts are required to further strengthen democratic institutions and reduce corruption levels.
