Author name: Freedom for Eurasia

Leila Seiitbek The concept of “state capture,” initially applied to the post-Soviet transition, has evolved to encompass a broader range of phenomena where powerful private interests exert undue influence over state institutions. Early research focused on newly privatized industries in transitional economies, where influential business figures leveraged illicit payments to secure favorable regulatory environments and […]

On 7 October, Freedom For Eurasia hosted an insightful and impactful event that took place on the margins of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeOffice for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights Conference in Warsaw, Poland. The event brought together experts, advocates, and policymakers to address the pressing issues of kleptocracy and corruption in