Operação Lava Jato

Operação Lava Jato is a major Brazilian investigation launched in 2014 exposing widespread corruption involving government officials, business executives, and construction companies. It revealed a large-scale scheme where companies bribed officials to secure contracts with the state oil company Petrobras, leading to inflated prices and illicit profits. The operation involved extensive investigations, arrests, and legal actions, aiming to combat corruption, improve transparency, and hold accountable those responsible. Lava Jato became a symbol of Brazil’s efforts to fight corruption at high levels, impacting political and business sectors nationally and inspiring similar initiatives worldwide.