Corruption prevention in Ukraine: literature review in Scopus database (1991–2024)

Abstract

The UN Convention against Corruption (2003) outlines key measures for preventing corruption in both the public and private sectors. As international legal norms influence national legislation, evaluating their adaptation within domestic frameworks is essential. This review examines the research landscape on corruption prevention in Ukraine, identifying key players, research trends, and collaboration networks. Method: This review employs scoping study and bibliometric analysis methodologies, following the frameworks of Arksey & O’Malley and Donthu et al. Data were sourced from Scopus, with individual screening. In accordance with scoping study guidelines, no formal quality assessment was performed. Results: Between 2014 and 2024, 88 papers on corruption prevention were published, involving 298 authors from various institutions. The h-index (9) and g-index (13) reflect the cumulative impact of these studies. In addition to the scientometric analysis, an overview of the 10 most influential publications was provided. To examine collaboration networks and research trends, science mapping was conducted using VOSviewer, generating bibliometric maps of author co-authorship networks and keyword co-occurrence. The analysis of author clustering, keyword distribution, topic evolution, and inter-cluster connectivity was conducted. Conclusion: The growing research interest in corruption prevention underscores the need for stronger institutional collaboration and structured research frameworks. Future studies should address thematic gaps while increasing the visibility of national research. Expanding research on conflicts of interest and codes of conduct for public officials as part of anti-corruption policy will help address existing gaps. These findings provide valuable insights for scholars and may inform decision-makers in anti-corruption efforts.