cronyism

Translations

cronyismnoun
copinageFavoritisme fondé sur les relations personnelles, surtout dans le milieu professionnel ou politique.
The company's hiring process was criticized for cronyism.
Le processus de recrutement de l'entreprise a été critiqué pour son copinage.
Additional translations
clientélismeSurtout en contexte politique ou institutionnel.

Definitions

cronyismnoun
The practice of favoring one's close friends, especially in political appointments or business decisions, regardless of their qualifications.
The company's hiring process was criticized for cronyism, as many of the new executives were personal friends of the CEO.