Côte d'Ivoire Government Debt to GDP
General government gross debt as % of GDP GGXWDG_NGDP
Côte d'Ivoire's government debt to gdp was 55.60% in 2025, ranked 89th globally. This represents a 6.2% decrease from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1997–2025.
Overview
Côte d'Ivoire's government debt to gdp stood at 55.60% in 2025, a decline of +3.66% from 2024. The IMF projects 55.60% by 2025. Côte d'Ivoire ranked 89th globally.
Côte d'Ivoire's government debt to GDP ratio has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past three decades. Notably, the country's debt burden peaked at 84.18% in 1997, a stark contrast to its all-time low of 24.62% in 2013. This substantial decline was largely driven by prudent fiscal policies implemented during this period. Currently, Côte d'Ivoire's government debt to GDP ratio stands at 55.60%, ranking 89th globally. In comparison, Liberia's debt-to-GDP ratio is marginally higher at 55.69%, while Albania's ratio is lower at 54.12%. The country's moderate debt level is a testament to its efforts to stabilize its economy. However, Côte d'Ivoire's trajectory may be affected by future fiscal decisions, particularly in the face of potential economic shocks or changes in global commodity prices, which could necessitate increased borrowing and potentially alter the country's debt trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Debt to GDP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 49.18% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 50.27% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 51.20% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 52.75% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 54.12% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 55.60% | - | - |
| 2025 | 55.60% | −3.66% | #89 |
| 2024 | 59.25% | +1.73% | #106 |
| 2023 | 57.53% | +1.49% | #103 |
| 2022 | 56.04% | +5.87% | #97 |
| 2021 | 50.17% | +3.85% | #73 |
| 2020 | 46.32% | +9.10% | #61 |
| 2019 | 37.22% | +1.90% | #48 |
| 2018 | 35.32% | +2.72% | #48 |
| 2017 | 32.60% | +1.48% | #43 |
| 2016 | 31.12% | +1.95% | #43 |
| 2015 | 29.17% | +2.46% | #45 |
| 2014 | 26.71% | +2.09% | #47 |
| 2013 | 24.62% | −0.07% | #46 |
| 2012 | 24.69% | −25.34% | #50 |
| 2011 | 50.03% | +4.42% | #129 |
Analysis
Côte d'Ivoire's government debt to gdp was 55.60% in 2025, a decline of −3.66% from 2024. IMF projects 55.60% by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Côte d'Ivoire's government debt to gdp was 55.60% in 2025. Ranked 89th globally. This represents a 6.2% decrease from the previous year.
Côte d'Ivoire's government debt to gdp peaked at 84.18% in 1997.
The lowest government debt to gdp in Côte d'Ivoire was 24.62% in 2013.
Côte d'Ivoire ranks 89th globally in government debt to gdp as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGXWDG_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Côte d'Ivoire's government debt to gdp is projected to reach 55.60% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government debt to gdp of Côte d'Ivoire in 2025 was 55.60%. This ranks 89th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Côte d'Ivoire Government Debt to GDP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/c-te-divoire/government-debt-to-gdp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}