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Guyana Rule of Law

Rule of Law  RL.EST

-0.26 +0.08 (+24.1%)
Year 2025 Rank #115 Global Peak -0.20 (1996) Source World Bank WGI

Guyana Rule of Law (1996–2025)

Overview

Guyana's rule of law stood at -0.26 in 2025, a rise of +0.08 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.26 by 2025. Guyana ranked 115th globally.

Data & projection

Year Rule of Law YoY change Rank
2026* trend -0.23 - -
2025* trend -0.26 - -
2025 -0.26 +0.08 #115
2023 -0.34 −0.03 #121
2022 -0.31 +0.10 #120
2021 -0.42 +0.02 #125
2020 -0.43 +0.01 #127
2019 -0.45 −0.06 #128
2018 -0.38 −0.08 #122
2017 -0.30 +0.01 #113
2016 -0.31 +0.23 #115
2015 -0.54 +0.07 #132
2014 -0.61 −0.09 #136
2013 -0.52 −0.01 #126
2012 -0.52 −0.01 #121
2011 -0.51 −0.03 #127
2010 -0.48 +0.08 #125
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 +12.8% GDP growth 43.8% C/A balance 16.4%
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

Guyana matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. 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 Guyana's rule of law?

Guyana's rule of law was -0.26 in 2025. Ranked 115th globally. This represents a 24.1% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest rule of law in Guyana?

Guyana's rule of law peaked at -0.20 in 1996.

What was the lowest rule of law in Guyana?

The lowest rule of law in Guyana was -0.66 in 2005.

How does Guyana rank in rule of law?

Guyana ranks 115th 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 Guyana in 2025?

Guyana's rule of law is projected to reach -0.26 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the rule of law of Guyana in 2025?

The rule of law of Guyana in 2025 was -0.26. This ranks 115th in the world.

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