John Morrell

Program Officer for Asia at the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE).

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Democratic principles of transparency, accountability, fair competition and strong property rights are very relevant to firms #democracychat

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By reducing corruption, improving governance and making government accountable, CIPE projects help make democracy deliver. #democracychat

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Choosing political leaders is only one component of democracy. For democracy to last, it must first deliver. #democracychat

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In the Philippines and Thailand, the largest and the smallest companies are eager to join CIPE's anti-corruption coalitions. #democracychat

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But they need an organizing impetus to get such a movement started. CIPE can fill this vital role. #democracychat

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Standing up to corruption individually is a risk to businesses. When they act collectively, they can accomplish a great deal. #democracychat

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CIPE's anti-corruption campaign in Thailand, with the Thai Institute of Directors, is having an exceptional impact. #democracychat

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Collective action approaches to fighting corruption by companies can have more impact when corruption is a salient issue. #democracychat

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Burma has held elections, but there are no institutions of democracy to make the transition sustainable. #democracychat

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Corruption, a major focus of CIPE in Asia, is emerging as the top political issue in Thailand and the Philippines. #democracychat

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The election in Burma, in which Aung San Suu Kyi won a seat in Parliament, was very exciting. #democracychat