TIRANA, January 14/ATA/ A newly-released Albania public opinion poll by the International Republican Institute’s (IRI) Center for Insights in Survey Research (CISR) reveals strong support for SPAK which continues to be the most trusted institution in the country.
Most respondents expect more investigations and punishments of corrupt politicians, because corruption is one of their main concerns.
The latest poll found that 76% of Albanians trust the Special Structure Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK), an independent judicial entity whose mission is to fight corruption. Fifty-one percent of Albanians say they are less likely to support a candidate or party in an election if they seek to limit the work of SPAK.
“With parliamentary elections coming up on May 11th, it is a positive sign that an overwhelming majority of Albanians want to see the fight against corruption continue,” said Paul McCarthy, Director of Europe for IRI. “Anti-corruption efforts will enhance transparency and accountability among elected officials and bolster the already strong belief that democracy is the best form of government.”/p.s./
