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Exploring The Top 10 Most Corrupt Politicians Worldwide

Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a Security Council meeting in Moscow

Corruption in politics is a global issue that undermines democracy and hampers development. Here are 10 notorious politicians who have been involved in corrupt practices:

1. Vladimir Putin (Russia)
  • Accused of embezzlement, money laundering, and amassing wealth through corrupt means.
2. Jacob Zuma (South Africa)
  • Implicated in numerous corruption scandals during his presidency, including the infamous 'State Capture'.
3. Nawaz Sharif (Pakistan)
  • Convicted of corruption and money laundering, leading to his disqualification as Prime Minister.
4. Rodrigo Duterte (Philippines)
  • Allegations of corruption and human rights abuses, including involvement in extrajudicial killings.
5. Recep Tayyip Erdogan (Turkey)
  • Accused of corruption, nepotism, and undermining judicial independence.
6. Robert Mugabe (Zimbabwe)
  • Ruled with an iron fist, amassing wealth while his country faced economic collapse and widespread poverty.
7. Nicolas Maduro (Venezuela)
  • Accused of corruption, election rigging, and human rights violations, leading to a humanitarian crisis in Venezuela.
8. Viktor Yanukovych (Ukraine)
  • Ousted from power due to corruption and ties to Russia, sparking the Euromaidan protests.
9. Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo (Equatorial Guinea)
  • Ruled for decades through corruption and human rights abuses, enriching himself and his family.
10. Kim Jong-un (North Korea)
  • Leads one of the most repressive and corrupt regimes in the world, with widespread human rights abuses and a cult of personality.
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