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Bangladesh Government Effectiveness

Government Effectiveness  GE.EST

-0.68 +0.02 (+2.8%)
Year 2025 Rank #151 Global Peak -0.49 (1998) Source World Bank WGI

Bangladesh Government Effectiveness (1996–2025)

Overview

Bangladesh's government effectiveness stood at -0.68 in 2025, a rise of +0.02 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.68 by 2025. Bangladesh ranked 151st globally.

Data & projection

Year Government Effectiveness YoY change Rank
2026* trend -0.67 - -
2025* trend -0.68 - -
2025 -0.68 +0.02 #151
2023 -0.70 +0.07 #148
2022 -0.76 −0.11 #154
2021 -0.65 +0.13 #145
2020 -0.78 −0.03 #160
2019 -0.75 +0.01 #152
2018 -0.76 −0.01 #157
2017 -0.75 −0.05 #158
2016 -0.71 +0.05 #150
2015 -0.75 +0.02 #154
2014 -0.78 +0.02 #157
2013 -0.80 +0.01 #154
2012 -0.81 −0.04 #154
2011 -0.77 −0.02 #151
2010 -0.75 +0.05 #149
Show all years (1996-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +32.0% GDP growth 3.4% C/A balance 0.3%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Bangladesh matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2020. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government effectiveness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bangladesh's government effectiveness?

Bangladesh's government effectiveness was -0.68 in 2025. Ranked 151st globally. This represents a 2.8% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest government effectiveness in Bangladesh?

Bangladesh's government effectiveness peaked at -0.49 in 1998.

What was the lowest government effectiveness in Bangladesh?

The lowest government effectiveness in Bangladesh was -0.93 in 2004.

How does Bangladesh rank in government effectiveness?

Bangladesh ranks 151st globally in government effectiveness as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for government effectiveness?

The World Bank indicator code is GE.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.

What is the projected government effectiveness of Bangladesh in 2025?

Bangladesh's government effectiveness is projected to reach -0.68 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the government effectiveness of Bangladesh in 2025?

The government effectiveness of Bangladesh in 2025 was -0.68. This ranks 151st in the world.

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