Armenia Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Armenia's control of corruption was 0.22 in 2025, ranked 80th globally. This represents a 279.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Armenia's control of corruption stood at 0.22 in 2025, a rise of +0.16 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.22 by 2025. Armenia ranked 80th globally.
Armenia's control of corruption, as measured by the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators, has shown a gradual improvement over the past two and a half decades. Since hitting an all-time low of -0.94 in 1998, the country has made significant strides, with the latest reading of 0.22 in 2025 placing it at #80 globally. This progress is particularly notable when compared to its peer, Cyprus, which boasts a slightly higher score of 0.23. Notably, Armenia's control of corruption has also surpassed the 2025 reading of 0.21 in China, a country with a similar economic profile. The peak of 0.22 in 2025 marks a significant milestone in Armenia's efforts to combat corruption, indicating a sustained commitment to good governance. However, to consolidate this progress and further improve its standing, Armenia would need to address the lingering issues of corruption and ensure the continued implementation of effective anti-corruption policies.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 0.28 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.22 | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.22 | +0.16 | #80 |
| 2023 | 0.06 | +0.03 | #86 |
| 2022 | 0.03 | −0.02 | #87 |
| 2021 | 0.05 | +0.05 | #84 |
| 2020 | 0.00 | +0.22 | #87 |
| 2019 | -0.23 | +0.18 | #105 |
| 2018 | -0.41 | +0.23 | #121 |
| 2017 | -0.64 | +0.02 | #141 |
| 2016 | -0.66 | −0.05 | #139 |
| 2015 | -0.61 | −0.04 | #138 |
| 2014 | -0.57 | −0.03 | #129 |
| 2013 | -0.53 | +0.06 | #126 |
| 2012 | -0.59 | +0.08 | #133 |
| 2011 | -0.66 | +0.03 | #145 |
| 2010 | -0.70 | −0.07 | #144 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Armenia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Armenia's control of corruption was 0.22 in 2025. Ranked 80th globally. This represents a 279.8% increase from the previous year.
Armenia's control of corruption peaked at 0.22 in 2025.
The lowest control of corruption in Armenia was -0.94 in 1998.
Armenia ranks 80th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Armenia's control of corruption is projected to reach 0.22 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Armenia in 2025 was 0.22. This ranks 80th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Armenia Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/armenia/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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