Corruption in Public Service and Crime in Cyprus
November 12, 2025
A report by foreign experts regarding organized crime in Cyprus raises serious concerns about corruption within law enforcement agencies. It mentions high-profile murders indicative of criminal gang activities. Members of the police and other officials are reported to be involved in criminal activities. This situation has worsened due to the Cyprus Confidential scandal. For 2025, Cyprus ranks 129th out of 193 countries with a score of 4.5/10 on the global crime index.