The 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) published by Transparency International reveals that corruption remains a structural obstacle across the Americas, with a regional average of only 42 out of 100 points. This stagnation points to ongoing challenges in fighting this pervasive issue. Mexico's score of 27 places it among the lowest in the ranking, alongside countries like Brazil and Colombia, both of which also struggle with political infiltration by organized crime and widespread impunity.

The report underscores the detrimental effects of corruption on public trust in institutions, indicating that it fuels violence that impacts daily life for citizens in affected countries. While nations like Uruguay and Costa Rica score significantly higher at 73 and 56 points, respectively, they too are not immune to challenges posed by corruption linked to organized crime. The report suggests that even countries with stronger democratic frameworks still face hurdles in combating corruption effectively.

Canada and Barbados, leading with scores of 75 and 68, respectively, are presented as positive examples in the region. However, the overall findings of the CPI serve as a stark reminder of the pervasive nature of corruption in the Americas and the urgent need for effective measures to restore integrity and public confidence in governance across the continent.