Vote-buying unethical for formation of govt

VOTE-BUYING and bribery during a motion of no-confidence process can certainly influence the outcome and potentially determine the formation of a new government.
It’s a commonly used process of electing some parliamentary leaders through these illegal practices in Papua New Guinea.
With big money deal on the take will attract waves of cabinets to jam-pack the ruling party, however, not usually through betting choices on party policy.
These illegal process are commonly placed in electoral commission down to political rooms out of public views.
The practice of vote-buying and cause of bribery are in the practice to influence the formation of new government.
It’s not about party policy that lure most of the individual members to increase numbers but it’s all about money that is used to buy individual party members to increase the winning team.
Culture of vote-buying and bribery uses during electoral process in PNG is a political cultural practice in the political system when there’s a general election voting, PM election, and during the process.
Today in this very eve, political parties are out there to buy individual member in the party.
The show of money sports is aligned in their favours, leading to an increased sense of momentum and potential for success.
With other reason of force joining the party is about to receive financial incentives as a bribe for voting.
PNG citizens understand deep about this root cause of bribery and the traditional ways used in electing new government.
Leaders may pursue interest in vote buying and bribery during Votes of No-Confidence (VoNC) for various reasons.
One possible motive is to consolidate their power and maintain their position of authority but the mass voters are likely to pursue interest in self-enrichment and targeting governmental portfolios.
By engaging in these corrupt practices, leaders aim to secure the support they need to survive the confidence vote. They might see it as a means to sway legislators or manipulate the outcome in their favour.
In this cases, political leaders may resort to unethical practices like vote buying and bribery to secure their position and retain power.
These actions are often driven by self-interest or a desire to maintain control over the government.
Vote-buying involves offering financial incentives or other benefits to legislators in exchange for their support in a particular vote.
Bribery, on the other hand, refers to the act of providing illegal inducements to influence someone’s decision-making process.
These practices are generally viewed as corrupt and undermine democratic processes.
They can erode public trust in the political system, compromise the integrity of elected officials, and hinder genuine debates and fair outcomes.
However, it’s important to note that these practices are generally considered unethical and often illegal in many jurisdictions.
When a motion of no confidence is initiated, lawmakers assess the confidence they have in the current government.
If enough lawmakers vote against the government, it may lead to its collapse and the need to form a new government.
In such a situation, vote-buying and bribery could be employed by interested parties to secure the necessary votes to either maintain the existing government or bring a new one into power.
These actions undermine the principles of fair and transparent democratic processes.
They erode public trust and can have severe consequences for the political system, leading to instability and a lack of accountability.
It is crucial for legal frameworks and institutions to address and prevent such corrupt practices to ensure the integrity of the democratic process and maintain the legitimacy of governments.

Nelson Wandi