The Corruption Perception Index (CPI) reveals that the perception of corruption in Mexico has worsened over the years, despite the emphasis on combating this issue by former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and his party Morena. Despite the political rhetoric focused on eradicating corruption, the CPI results show a decrease in Mexico's rating: from 29 in 2018 to 26 in the latest report. This data is concerning as it indicates a worsening situation of corruption in the country.
It is interesting to note that the perception of corruption is not limited to a single year or a specific government, but rather it is a trend that has aggravated in Mexico. Corruption crimes have increased, and this is reflected in the CPI, which raises the question of how much the political discourse influences the population's perception. Despite optimistic claims from the president about the decrease in corruption, the data shows the opposite.
Corruption in Mexico is a phenomenon involving various sectors, from public to private, and its perception has worsened over time. According to Transparency International, corruption is on the rise in the country. The CPI, which assesses the situation of corruption in the public sector globally, has ranked Mexico in 140th place out of 180 countries, reflecting a troubling decline in its rating.
Despite rhetorical efforts to combat corruption, the data shows a different reality. Mexico's low rating in the CPI coincides with an increase in the prevalence of corruption, according to figures from INEGI. It is evident that the perception of corruption in the country aligns with reality, despite political narratives trying to change this perception. This poses a challenge for authorities and society as a whole in the fight against a problem that seems to worsen over time.
