Bolivia, Plurinational State of Rule of Law

Rule of Law  RL.EST

-1.28 −0.06 (-4.8%)
Year 2025 Rank #179 Global Peak -0.23 (1998) Source World Bank WGI

Bolivia, Plurinational State of Rule of Law (1996–2025)

Overview

Bolivia, Plurinational State of's rule of law stood at -1.28 in 2025, a decline of +0.06 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.28 by 2025. Bolivia, Plurinational State of ranked 179th globally.

Data & projection

Year Rule of Law YoY change Rank
2026* trend -1.29 - -
2025* trend -1.28 - -
2025 -1.28 −0.06 #179
2023 -1.22 +0.08 #179
2022 -1.30 −0.12 #184
2021 -1.18 +0.04 #180
2020 -1.22 −0.03 #184
2019 -1.19 +0.02 #183
2018 -1.21 +0.03 #184
2017 -1.25 −0.01 #184
2016 -1.24 −0.08 #184
2015 -1.16 −0.10 #182
2014 -1.06 −0.01 #177
2013 -1.05 −0.03 #172
2012 -1.02 −0.03 #170
2011 -0.98 +0.05 #168
2010 -1.03 +0.08 #172
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 +16.1% GDP growth 5.1% C/A balance 7.3%
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

Bolivia, Plurinational State of matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. 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 Bolivia, Plurinational State of's rule of law?

Bolivia, Plurinational State of's rule of law was -1.28 in 2025. Ranked 179th globally. This represents a 4.8% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest rule of law in Bolivia, Plurinational State of?

Bolivia, Plurinational State of's rule of law peaked at -0.23 in 1998.

What was the lowest rule of law in Bolivia, Plurinational State of?

The lowest rule of law in Bolivia, Plurinational State of was -1.30 in 2022.

How does Bolivia, Plurinational State of rank in rule of law?

Bolivia, Plurinational State of ranks 179th 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 Bolivia, Plurinational State of in 2025?

Bolivia, Plurinational State of's rule of law is projected to reach -1.28 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the rule of law of Bolivia, Plurinational State of in 2025?

The rule of law of Bolivia, Plurinational State of in 2025 was -1.28. This ranks 179th in the world.

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