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Equatorial Guinea Rule of Law

Rule of Law  RL.EST

-1.42 −0.08 (-6.2%)
Year 2025 Rank #184 Global Peak -0.87 (2008) Source World Bank WGI

Equatorial Guinea Rule of Law (1996–2025)

Overview

Equatorial Guinea's rule of law stood at -1.42 in 2025, a decline of +0.08 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.42 by 2025. Equatorial Guinea ranked 184th globally.

Data & projection

Year Rule of Law YoY change Rank
2026* trend -1.46 - -
2025* trend -1.42 - -
2025 -1.42 −0.08 #184
2023 -1.34 +0.07 #185
2022 -1.41 −0.21 #189
2021 -1.20 −0.04 #181
2020 -1.16 +0.13 #179
2019 -1.28 +0.14 #187
2018 -1.42 −0.05 #190
2017 -1.37 +0.02 #187
2016 -1.39 −0.06 #187
2015 -1.33 −0.02 #191
2014 -1.32 −0.15 #187
2013 -1.17 −0.12 #179
2012 -1.05 −0.04 #172
2011 -1.01 +0.00 #170
2010 -1.01 −0.02 #170
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 +3192.5% GDP growth 3.2% C/A balance 6.6%
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

Equatorial Guinea matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. 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 Equatorial Guinea's rule of law?

Equatorial Guinea's rule of law was -1.42 in 2025. Ranked 184th globally. This represents a 6.2% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest rule of law in Equatorial Guinea?

Equatorial Guinea's rule of law peaked at -0.87 in 2008.

What was the lowest rule of law in Equatorial Guinea?

The lowest rule of law in Equatorial Guinea was -1.42 in 2018.

How does Equatorial Guinea rank in rule of law?

Equatorial Guinea ranks 184th 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 Equatorial Guinea in 2025?

Equatorial Guinea's rule of law is projected to reach -1.42 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the rule of law of Equatorial Guinea in 2025?

The rule of law of Equatorial Guinea in 2025 was -1.42. This ranks 184th in the world.

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