Average corruption perception score across 176 countries was 43 points in 2023. Denmark ranked highest at 90 points, Somalia lowest at 11 points. Data available from 2001 to 2023
ECOSOC is one of UN's six principal organs coordinating economic and social fields. Council has 54 members elected yearly for overlapping three-year terms. Over 1,600 NGOs have consultative status with Council. President elected for one-year term, rotating among regional groups
Commission consists of 27 members, including President Ursula von der Leyen. Commission divided into Directorates-General (DGs) headed by Commissioners. Commissioners represent EU as a whole, not their home states. Commission has about 32,000 civil servants
Public policy is institutionalized proposals to solve real-world problems. Policies govern education, healthcare, employment, finance, and transportation. Policymaking involves multiple actors including politicians, civil servants, and NGOs
President serves as chief executive and commander-in-chief of South Korean Armed Forces. Must be South Korean citizen, 40 years old, and lived in country for 5 years. Constitutional predecessor is Korean Provisional Government established in 1919
Prime minister is head of government and advises monarch on royal prerogatives. Position exists by convention, not statute, appointed by monarch. Modern prime ministers lead largest party in Commons and command confidence. Current prime minister is Keir Starmer since July 2024