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Bangladesh Rule of Law

Rule of Law  RL.EST

-0.49 +0.01 (+2.6%)
Year 2025 Rank #136 Global Peak -0.49 (2025) Source World Bank WGI

Bangladesh Rule of Law (1996–2025)

Overview

Bangladesh's rule of law stood at -0.49 in 2025, a rise of +0.01 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.49 by 2025. Bangladesh ranked 136th globally.

Data & projection

Year Rule of Law YoY change Rank
2026* trend -0.47 - -
2025* trend -0.49 - -
2025 -0.49 +0.01 #136
2023 -0.50 +0.10 #136
2022 -0.60 +0.02 #143
2021 -0.63 −0.06 #144
2020 -0.57 +0.08 #138
2019 -0.64 +0.01 #147
2018 -0.65 +0.03 #146
2017 -0.68 −0.01 #146
2016 -0.67 +0.10 #146
2015 -0.77 +0.01 #151
2014 -0.78 +0.09 #152
2013 -0.87 +0.06 #161
2012 -0.94 −0.20 #165
2011 -0.73 +0.07 #147
2010 -0.80 −0.02 #150
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 rule of law improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bangladesh's rule of law?

Bangladesh's rule of law was -0.49 in 2025. Ranked 136th globally. This represents a 2.6% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest rule of law in Bangladesh?

Bangladesh's rule of law peaked at -0.49 in 2025.

What was the lowest rule of law in Bangladesh?

The lowest rule of law in Bangladesh was -1.15 in 2003.

How does Bangladesh rank in rule of law?

Bangladesh ranks 136th globally in rule of law as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for rule of law?

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

What is the projected rule of law of Bangladesh in 2025?

Bangladesh's rule of law is projected to reach -0.49 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the rule of law of Bangladesh in 2025?

The rule of law of Bangladesh in 2025 was -0.49. This ranks 136th in the world.

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