Bhutan Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Bhutan's control of corruption was 1.47 in 2025, ranked 22nd globally. This represents a 3.7% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Bhutan's control of corruption stood at 1.47 in 2025, a decline of +0.06 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 1.47 by 2025. Bhutan ranked 22nd globally.
Bhutan’s control of corruption score has risen markedly since the World Bank’s Governance Indicators first recorded a value of 0.94 in 1996, climbing to an all‑time peak of 1.62 in 2020 before slipping to 1.47 in 2025, which places the kingdom 22nd globally. The sharp improvement after the early‑2000s trough of 0.45 in 2002 reflects sustained anti‑corruption reforms and greater transparency in public procurement, while the modest decline from the 2020 high suggests emerging challenges in maintaining momentum. Bhutan’s 2025 rating is comparable to Japan’s 1.48 and Iceland’s 1.51, indicating that the country now performs at a level similar to high‑income economies with well‑established institutional frameworks. The 26‑year coverage shows a long‑term upward trajectory, though the recent dip underscores the need for continued vigilance. If reforms are deepened and enforcement mechanisms strengthened, the upward trend is likely to resume, potentially pushing Bhutan into the top‑20 rankings in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 1.46 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 1.47 | - | - |
| 2025 | 1.47 | −0.06 | #22 |
| 2023 | 1.53 | +0.02 | #20 |
| 2022 | 1.51 | +0.01 | #22 |
| 2021 | 1.51 | −0.11 | #21 |
| 2020 | 1.62 | +0.05 | #15 |
| 2019 | 1.57 | −0.02 | #19 |
| 2018 | 1.59 | +0.06 | #19 |
| 2017 | 1.53 | +0.44 | #20 |
| 2016 | 1.09 | +0.10 | #37 |
| 2015 | 0.99 | −0.32 | #38 |
| 2014 | 1.31 | +0.39 | #25 |
| 2013 | 0.91 | −0.04 | #43 |
| 2012 | 0.95 | +0.10 | #42 |
| 2011 | 0.85 | −0.08 | #45 |
| 2010 | 0.94 | +0.00 | #42 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bhutan matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2007. 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
Bhutan's control of corruption was 1.47 in 2025. Ranked 22nd globally. This represents a 3.7% decrease from the previous year.
Bhutan's control of corruption peaked at 1.62 in 2020.
The lowest control of corruption in Bhutan was 0.45 in 2002.
Bhutan ranks 22nd globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Bhutan's control of corruption is projected to reach 1.47 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Bhutan in 2025 was 1.47. This ranks 22nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bhutan_control-of-corruption,
title = {Bhutan Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bhutan/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}