Armenia Rule of Law
Rule of Law RL.EST
Armenia's rule of law was -0.12 in 2025, ranked 106th globally. This represents a 4.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Armenia's rule of law stood at -0.12 in 2025, a rise of +0.01 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.12 by 2025. Armenia ranked 106th globally.
Armenia’s Rule of Law score on the World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators has risen steadily from a low of –0.47 in 1996 to an all‑time peak of –0.12 in 2025, marking the highest level recorded over the 26‑year coverage period. The indicator’s trough occurred in 2006 at –0.54, after which a gradual improvement began, accelerating in the 2010s and culminating in the latest figure of –0.12, which places the country at 106th globally. This 2025 score is identical to Montenegro’s –0.12 and close to Morocco’s –0.12, while Suriname and Malawi rank slightly higher at –0.09 and –0.08 respectively. The upward trajectory reflects reforms in judicial independence, anti‑corruption measures and increased transparency, although the score remains well below the neutral midpoint of zero. Continued alignment with international legal standards and deeper institutional capacity‑building could further elevate Armenia’s standing, potentially shifting the rule‑of‑law trend upward in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Rule of Law | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -0.11 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -0.12 | - | - |
| 2025 | -0.12 | +0.01 | #106 |
| 2023 | -0.12 | +0.05 | #103 |
| 2022 | -0.17 | −0.05 | #109 |
| 2021 | -0.12 | +0.01 | #104 |
| 2020 | -0.13 | +0.05 | #101 |
| 2019 | -0.18 | +0.02 | #103 |
| 2018 | -0.20 | +0.01 | #104 |
| 2017 | -0.21 | −0.05 | #108 |
| 2016 | -0.16 | +0.30 | #102 |
| 2015 | -0.46 | −0.04 | #124 |
| 2014 | -0.42 | −0.08 | #123 |
| 2013 | -0.34 | +0.08 | #111 |
| 2012 | -0.42 | +0.02 | #117 |
| 2011 | -0.44 | +0.04 | #118 |
| 2010 | -0.48 | −0.01 | #126 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Armenia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw rule of law improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Armenia's rule of law was -0.12 in 2025. Ranked 106th globally. This represents a 4.9% increase from the previous year.
Armenia's rule of law peaked at -0.12 in 2025.
The lowest rule of law in Armenia was -0.54 in 2006.
Armenia ranks 106th globally in rule of law as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is RL.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Armenia's rule of law is projected to reach -0.12 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The rule of law of Armenia in 2025 was -0.12. This ranks 106th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_armenia_rule-of-law,
title = {Armenia Rule of Law},
url = {https://historysaid.com/armenia/rule-of-law/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}