Conclusion: Institutional Reform, Governance, and Services Delivery in the Global South: Issues and Perspectives

Bhuiyan, Shahjahan; Ali, Hamid E.

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-82257-6_13

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“…Banks were giving out loans in exchange for political favors without following proper procedures or ensuring that everything was financially sound before granting the loan. Corruption in the public sector has an impact on the private sector, since most businesses in Lebanon indicate that they have been asked to pay a bribe by a public official at least once, and that failing to comply with these demands has hampered their growth [20]. In fact, about 43% of foreign corporations in Lebanon often or very frequently pay bribes, while another 40% sometimes do.…”

Section: Economy and Business In Lebanonmentioning

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Corruption and New Insights in Lebanon

Fahed-Sreih

2023

Corruption - New Insights

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This research study aims to provide new insights into the issue of corruption in Lebanon by examining its impact on various sectors of the country, the role of the government in tackling corruption, and the effectiveness of current anti-corruption measures. Lebanon is ranked 149th out of 180 countries in Transparency International’s 2020 Corruption Perceptions Index, highlighting the widespread nature of the issue. To achieve the research objectives, we adopted a mixed-methods approach that involved both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods. Specifically, we conducted an online questionnaire that received responses from a diverse sample of Lebanese citizens, including government officials, business leaders, and the general public. We also conducted interviews with key stakeholders, including representatives from civil society organizations and government agencies. The study’s findings reveal that corruption has a significant impact on the country’s economy, businesses, electricity, and pollution levels. The study also highlights the challenges faced by the government in effectively addressing corruption and the limitations of current anti-corruption measures. Based on our analysis, we provide policy recommendations that can help improve the effectiveness of anti-corruption efforts in Lebanon.

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Corruption and New Insights in Lebanon

Fahed-Sreih

2023

Corruption - New Insights

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The supportability evaluation of cross-regional major infrastructure projects based on the combination weighting of the game theory–cloud model

Zhang

Xue

Luo

et al. 2023

ECAM

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PurposeThis study aims to establish an evaluation method for cross-regional major infrastructure project (CRMIP) supportability. The focus is to identify evaluation indicators from a complexity perspective and develop an evaluation model using qualitative and quantitative methods. Case studies are carried out to verify the reliability of the evaluation model, thereby providing theoretical and practical guidance for CRMIP operations and maintenance (O&M).Design/methodology/approachGuided by the idea of complexity management, the evaluation indicators of CRMIP supportability are determined through literature analysis, actual O&M experience and expert interviews. A combination of qualitative and quantitative methods, consisting of sequential relationship analysis, entropy weighting, game theory and cloud model, is developed to determine the indicator weights. Finally, the evaluation model is used to evaluate the supportability of the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macao Bridge (HZMB), which tests the rationality of the model and reveals its supportability level.FindingsThe results demonstrate that CRMIPs' supportability is influenced by 6 guideline-level and 18 indicator-level indicators, and the priority of the influencing factors includes “organization,” “technology,” “system,” “human resources,” “material system,” and “funding.” As for specific indicators, “organizational objectives,” “organizational structure and synergy mechanism,” and “technical systems and procedures” are critical to CRMIPs' O&M supportability. The results also indicate that the supportability level of the HZMB falls between good and excellent.Originality/valueUnder the guidance of complexity management thinking, this study proposes a supportability evaluation framework based on the combined weights of game theory and the cloud model. This study provides a valuable reference and scientific judgment for the health and safety of CRMIPs' O&M.

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Conclusion: Institutional Reform, Governance, and Services Delivery in the Global South: Issues and Perspectives

Cited by 2 publications

References 29 publications

Corruption and New Insights in Lebanon

Corruption and New Insights in Lebanon

The supportability evaluation of cross-regional major infrastructure projects based on the combination weighting of the game theory–cloud model

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