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Gabon Rule of Law

Rule of Law  RL.EST

-0.92 −0.05 (-5.3%)
Year 2025 Rank #160 Global Peak -0.18 (2000) Source World Bank WGI

Gabon Rule of Law (1996–2025)

Overview

Gabon's rule of law stood at -0.92 in 2025, a decline of +0.05 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.92 by 2025. Gabon ranked 160th globally.

Data & projection

Year Rule of Law YoY change Rank
2026* trend -0.96 - -
2025* trend -0.92 - -
2025 -0.92 −0.05 #160
2023 -0.87 −0.05 #160
2022 -0.82 −0.12 #155
2021 -0.71 −0.03 #152
2020 -0.68 +0.08 #148
2019 -0.76 −0.04 #153
2018 -0.72 +0.00 #153
2017 -0.72 −0.11 #151
2016 -0.61 −0.05 #140
2015 -0.56 −0.09 #136
2014 -0.47 +0.05 #126
2013 -0.52 −0.11 #125
2012 -0.41 −0.01 #116
2011 -0.40 +0.06 #115
2010 -0.46 +0.04 #122
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 +27.7% GDP growth 5.6% C/A balance 8.3%
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

Gabon matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2013. 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 Gabon's rule of law?

Gabon's rule of law was -0.92 in 2025. Ranked 160th globally. This represents a 5.3% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest rule of law in Gabon?

Gabon's rule of law peaked at -0.18 in 2000.

What was the lowest rule of law in Gabon?

The lowest rule of law in Gabon was -0.92 in 2025.

How does Gabon rank in rule of law?

Gabon ranks 160th 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 Gabon in 2025?

Gabon's rule of law is projected to reach -0.92 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the rule of law of Gabon in 2025?

The rule of law of Gabon in 2025 was -0.92. This ranks 160th in the world.

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