Bangladesh, July 25 -- A recent Eurobarometer survey has cast a stark light on the pervasive perception of political corruption across the European Union. According to the poll, an overwhelming majority of EU citizens believe corruption to be widespread within their own countries, with a particular focus on political parties and politicians. The survey further reveals a deep skepticism about the effectiveness and impartiality of anti-corruption measures, highlighting a serious challenge for the EUs democratic institutions and governance frameworks.

The survey finds that 69% of EU citizens perceive corruption to be a widespread problem in their country, underscoring the normalization of corrupt practices in the public imagination. Despite...