DVB Debate: Corruption in the Judiciary (English)
- 8 years ago
While Burma continues on a course of political liberalisation as the country transitions towards democracy, the legacy of judicial corruption remains at the forefront of public debate.
Under military rule extreme corruption and the politicisation of Burma's judiciary led to the destruction of rule of law in Burma.
Judges are well-known for accepting bribes and following instructions from the executive arm of Government and lawyers regularly face harassment and intimidation.
This week DVB debate asks 'How corrupt is Burma's legal system"
Under military rule extreme corruption and the politicisation of Burma's judiciary led to the destruction of rule of law in Burma.
Judges are well-known for accepting bribes and following instructions from the executive arm of Government and lawyers regularly face harassment and intimidation.
This week DVB debate asks 'How corrupt is Burma's legal system"