Andean Region Sees Improvement in Perceptions of Government Accountability

Lima, Peru - A recent survey has revealed that the percentage of people who believe high-ranking government officials would be held accountable for breaking the law has increased by 5 percentage points since 2018. This growing sense of accountability and transparency among Andean citizens is a positive sign.

Survey Highlights

The survey, conducted in six countries including Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and others, showed that public views on corruption within the legislature deteriorated across all Andean countries, except for Peru, where perceptions marginally improved.
In Peru, members of Congress were seen as the most corrupt actors, with 84% of respondents believing that most or all members are involved in corrupt practices.
- On the other hand, teachers in public schools were considered the least corrupt, with only 33% of respondents reporting that they believe most or all teachers are involved in corrupt practices.

Bribery and Trust

Andean respondents reported paying a bribe most often in Colombia and least often in Peru.
Peruvians trust people living in their country more than any other public actor, with 36% of respondents reporting having some or a lot of trust in people living in their country.

Criminal Justice System

Across the Andes, respondents are most confident that the criminal justice system safeguards the presumption of innocence and least confident that it ensures timeliness.
In Peru, public opinions on the criminal justice system showed an improvement in perceptions that it safeguards the presumption of innocence (up 5 percentage points) and a decline in the perception that it gives appropriate punishments (down 3 percentage points).

Conclusion

The survey’s results suggest that there is still much work to be done to improve transparency and accountability in government, but the growing sense of trust among citizens is an encouraging sign.

“This study provides valuable insights into the perceptions and experiences of people living in the Andean region,” said [Name], Director of [Institution]. “It highlights the need for governments to prioritize transparency, accountability, and citizen engagement to build a more just and equitable society.”

Full Survey Report

The full survey report can be found on [website].