Building Corruption Resistant Governance. Institutional Solutions for High Corruption Environments: Lessons from Norway and Implications for Ukraine and Other Reforming States

This presentation introduces the concept of Architectural Anti Corruption, a governance approach that focuses on preventing corruption through institutional design rather than relying primarily on detection and punishment. Drawing on lessons from Norway and Ukraine, the presentation examines how population registers can serve as a foundational element of public sector integrity, transparency, accountability, and administrative resilience. It argues that well designed state information systems can reduce opportunities for corruption by embedding control mechanisms directly into governance architecture. The presentation is intended for policymakers, governance practitioners, researchers, and international development organizations interested in anti corruption reform and public sector modernization.