Bangladesh Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Bangladesh's control of corruption was -1.15 in 2025, ranked 173rd globally. This represents a 2.8% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Bangladesh's control of corruption stood at -1.15 in 2025, a decline of +0.03 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.15 by 2025. Bangladesh ranked 173rd globally.
Bangladesh's control of corruption has exhibited a mixed trend over the past 26 years, according to the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators. Despite reaching a peak of -0.77 in 1998, the country's corruption control has declined, with the all-time trough of -1.60 occurring in 2004. The indicator has since shown a gradual improvement, though the latest value of -1.15 in 2025 still ranks Bangladesh 173rd globally. In comparison, Comoros, a peer country, has a slightly better control of corruption score at -1.12. Bangladesh's corruption control has been a concern, particularly in the context of its economic development. The country's efforts to improve governance and strengthen institutions will be crucial in changing the trajectory of its corruption control. A sustained investment in anti-corruption measures and a commitment to transparency could help Bangladesh improve its control of corruption and move up the global rankings.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -1.18 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -1.15 | - | - |
| 2025 | -1.15 | −0.03 | #173 |
| 2023 | -1.12 | −0.05 | #173 |
| 2022 | -1.08 | −0.09 | #171 |
| 2021 | -0.99 | +0.02 | #166 |
| 2020 | -1.00 | +0.01 | #168 |
| 2019 | -1.02 | −0.09 | #170 |
| 2018 | -0.93 | −0.07 | #168 |
| 2017 | -0.86 | +0.03 | #165 |
| 2016 | -0.89 | −0.04 | #165 |
| 2015 | -0.84 | +0.05 | #158 |
| 2014 | -0.89 | +0.00 | #163 |
| 2013 | -0.89 | −0.04 | #157 |
| 2012 | -0.86 | +0.24 | #158 |
| 2011 | -1.10 | −0.04 | #173 |
| 2010 | -1.05 | +0.02 | #171 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bangladesh matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2020. 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
Bangladesh's control of corruption was -1.15 in 2025. Ranked 173rd globally. This represents a 2.8% decrease from the previous year.
Bangladesh's control of corruption peaked at -0.77 in 1998.
The lowest control of corruption in Bangladesh was -1.60 in 2004.
Bangladesh ranks 173rd globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Bangladesh's control of corruption is projected to reach -1.15 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Bangladesh in 2025 was -1.15. This ranks 173rd in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Bangladesh Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bangladesh/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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