The COVID-19 pandemic demands swift global action. As a response to demands current situation Transparency international  defined several critical anti-corruption measures.

The Transparency international  reported at the time of writing, 164 countries have been affected, more than 200,000 people have been infected and over 8,000 people have died. A growing number of countries have imposed limits on public life to contain the pandemic, restricting non-essential activities such as travel and social gatherings, and closing schools, offices, universities, and recreational spaces. During crises like the outbreak of a deadly virus, the risk of corruption in healthcare is exacerbated by dramatically increased pressure on the system. Disruption, uncertainty and distraction contribute to an environment in which corrupt actors can take advantage of the crisis for their own benefit. 

The Transparency international  have identified several critical anti-corruption measures, including the open publication of research into vaccines and treatments, the protection of whistleblowers in health systems and ensuring equal access to life-saving treatment.

1. Many countries, regions and cities have declared states of emergency or invoked similar extraordinary powers in order to help prevent the spread of the virus by speeding up decision-making and the allocation of resources. This is important and often necessary. However, the concentration of power should not, under any circumstances, lead to its abuse. It is vital that emergency powers are exercised only for the purposes for which they were granted. Fundamental safeguards against corruption must never be weakened or disregarded, otherwise we risk undermining our efforts to serve the public good while the corrupt act with impunity. The Council of Europe states that essential protections to “rule of law, parliamentary oversight, independent judicial control, and effective domestic remedies, must be maintained even during a state of emergency.” 
2. Yet with elections, meetings of parliament and other political activities now suspended over safety concerns in some countries, many normal oversight and accountability processes have been severely disrupted. Governments should therefore go to extra lengths to act with integrity and be open with the public. Access to information is key so that there can be accountability in the future for the decisions made now.
3. With massive stimulus packages to help economies recover from the impact of the pandemic already being discussed, the current crisis is also a reminder of the importance of transparency in how companies and industries lobby for public funds. Governments must provide reasoned justification for the choices they make to contain the pandemic and boost their economies, so that they secure the public's trust.
4. The media and civil society have an especially important role in providing the public with reliable, independent and up-to-date information during times of crisis. Responsible journalism and civil society expertise can help stop the spread of misinformation and thereby support public trust in government, which is key to effective crisis responses. These voices must be protected, and emergency powers must never be used to stifle freedom of the press.