institutional weakness
[ɪn.stɪˈtu.ʃən.əl ˈwik.nəs]
noun phrasepl: institutional weaknesses
fragilidade institucional
1. A lack of strength, effectiveness, or capacity within an organization, system, or institution to fulfill its functions, enforce rules, or achieve its objectives
The institutional weakness of the regulatory body allowed fraudulent practices to continue unchecked.
A fragilidade institucional do órgão regulador permitiu que práticas fraudulentas continuassem sem fiscalização.
2. Deficiency in structural, legal, or operational capacities that compromises an institution's ability to govern, manage resources, or maintain standards
Institutional weakness in the judicial system undermined public confidence in the courts.
A fragilidade institucional do sistema judiciário prejudicou a confiança pública nos tribunais.
3. Vulnerability resulting from inadequate funding, staffing, training, or organizational design within an institution
The institutional weakness was evident in the government agency's inability to respond to the crisis.
A fragilidade institucional era evidente na incapacidade da agência governamental de responder à crise.
This term is widely used in Brazilian political and economic discourse, particularly when discussing corruption, government inefficiency, and the need for institutional reforms. It reflects broader concerns about governance quality and democratic institutions in developing economies. In the USA, the concept is frequently discussed in academic, policy, and journalistic contexts, particularly regarding government agencies, international organizations, and emerging market economies.
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