China Voice and Accountability
Voice and Accountability VA.EST
China's voice and accountability was -1.49 in 2025, ranked 186th globally. This represents a 1.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
China's voice and accountability stood at -1.49 in 2025, a rise of +0.02 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.49 by 2025. China ranked 186th globally.
China's Voice and Accountability rating, according to the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators, has experienced fluctuations over the past 26 years. The country's all-time peak of -1.36 in 1996, a year when China was emerging from a period of economic reforms, marked a relatively high level of governance. In contrast, the trough of -1.75 in 2006 suggests a decline in the country's accountability, a period that coincided with rising concerns over human rights and government transparency. Currently, China ranks #186 globally with a rating of -1.49, a position it shares with countries like Haiti and South Sudan. This stagnation calls into question the effectiveness of China's governance structures. A further decline in the country's rating could be triggered by increased scrutiny over human rights abuses and government repression, potentially exacerbated by a worsening economic outlook.
Data & projection
| Year | Voice and Accountability | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -1.46 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -1.49 | - | - |
| 2025 | -1.49 | +0.02 | #186 |
| 2023 | -1.50 | +0.10 | #185 |
| 2022 | -1.60 | +0.04 | #188 |
| 2021 | -1.64 | +0.02 | #190 |
| 2020 | -1.66 | −0.03 | #191 |
| 2019 | -1.63 | −0.17 | #187 |
| 2018 | -1.46 | +0.04 | #181 |
| 2017 | -1.50 | +0.06 | #183 |
| 2016 | -1.56 | +0.10 | #184 |
| 2015 | -1.66 | −0.04 | #189 |
| 2014 | -1.62 | +0.01 | #188 |
| 2013 | -1.63 | +0.01 | #193 |
| 2012 | -1.64 | −0.00 | #193 |
| 2011 | -1.64 | +0.04 | #191 |
| 2010 | -1.68 | +0.02 | #191 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
China matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2013. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw voice and accountability improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
China's voice and accountability was -1.49 in 2025. Ranked 186th globally. This represents a 1.2% increase from the previous year.
China's voice and accountability peaked at -1.36 in 1996.
The lowest voice and accountability in China was -1.75 in 2006.
China ranks 186th globally in voice and accountability as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is VA.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
China's voice and accountability is projected to reach -1.49 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The voice and accountability of China in 2025 was -1.49. This ranks 186th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_china_voice-accountability,
title = {China Voice and Accountability},
url = {https://historysaid.com/china/voice-accountability/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}