And according to the letter it sent to CNN, Tenet says it brought in new management in 2003 and developed a new strategy to resolve all of its legal problems from the past, to resolve all pending federal investigations, and to put transparency, honesty and integrity at the forefront of everything it does.

CNN: New Orleans hospital operator has checkered past

In Indonesia, notwithstanding the political situation, the new government has taken determined steps to resolve banking problems (after hesitation by its predecessor).

CNN: REFORM IS CRUCIAL

Other policies like the New Homes Bonus are also designed to give authorities the financial incentive to resolve local problems.

BBC: Tough times in local government