Finland Voice and Accountability
Voice and Accountability VA.EST
Finland's voice and accountability was 1.66 in 2025, ranked 6th globally. This represents a 1.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Finland's voice and accountability stood at 1.66 in 2025, a rise of +0.03 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 1.66 by 2025. Finland ranked 6th globally.
Finland’s Voice and Accountability score, which gauges citizens’ ability to express opinions and participate in public affairs, stands at 1.66 in 2025, placing the country sixth worldwide. This figure matches Luxembourg’s 2025 rating and exceeds the Netherlands (1.59) while trailing Denmark (1.70). Over the 26‑year series, the index rose from 1.52 in 1996 to a historic high of 1.78 in 2004, before slipping to a low of 1.46 in 2007, indicating a modest but persistent improvement since the early‑2000s trough. The upward trajectory reflects reforms that strengthened media independence and expanded civic education, yet the modest gap between the 2025 level and the 2004 peak suggests remaining room for enhancement. Continued investment in digital transparency platforms and safeguards against political interference could help Finland close the distance to its all‑time high, sustaining the gradual advance in voice and accountability.
Data & projection
| Year | Voice and Accountability | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 1.67 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 1.66 | - | - |
| 2025 | 1.66 | +0.03 | #6 |
| 2023 | 1.63 | +0.03 | #6 |
| 2022 | 1.61 | −0.00 | #4 |
| 2021 | 1.61 | −0.00 | #2 |
| 2020 | 1.61 | +0.05 | #2 |
| 2019 | 1.56 | −0.03 | #2 |
| 2018 | 1.59 | +0.03 | #4 |
| 2017 | 1.56 | +0.03 | #4 |
| 2016 | 1.53 | −0.01 | #7 |
| 2015 | 1.54 | +0.00 | #8 |
| 2014 | 1.54 | −0.03 | #6 |
| 2013 | 1.57 | −0.03 | #7 |
| 2012 | 1.60 | +0.09 | #8 |
| 2011 | 1.51 | +0.02 | #9 |
| 2010 | 1.49 | +0.02 | #8 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Finland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. 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
Finland's voice and accountability was 1.66 in 2025. Ranked 6th globally. This represents a 1.6% increase from the previous year.
Finland's voice and accountability peaked at 1.78 in 2004.
The lowest voice and accountability in Finland was 1.46 in 2007.
Finland ranks 6th globally in voice and accountability as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is VA.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Finland's voice and accountability is projected to reach 1.66 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The voice and accountability of Finland in 2025 was 1.66. This ranks 6th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_finland_voice-accountability,
title = {Finland Voice and Accountability},
url = {https://historysaid.com/finland/voice-accountability/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}