"Corruption is not just a symptom, it is a condition and an accelerator of authoritarianism"

On October 8, the European Parliament adopted a resolution for a comprehensive EU anti-corruption strategy, potentially saving €58.5 billion annually. Despite over 30 candidates for the 2027 French presidential election, corruption remains largely unaddressed in political debates. New corruption risks linked to organized crime and technology are emerging, while public integrity violations have surged by over 81% from 2016 to 2025. Upcoming judicial decisions involve prominent figures like Rachida Dati and Nicolas Sarkozy, highlighting the persistent corruption risk in high offices. However, discussions on these issues remain stagnant, with little focus on Marine Le Pen's past convictions for public fund misappropriation.