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Iraq Control of Corruption

Control of Corruption  CC.EST

-1.20 +0.12 (+9.0%)
Year 2025 Rank #175 Global Peak -1.20 (2025) Source World Bank WGI

Iraq Control of Corruption (1996–2025)

Overview

Iraq's control of corruption stood at -1.20 in 2025, a rise of +0.12 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.20 by 2025. Iraq ranked 175th globally.

Data & projection

Year Control of Corruption YoY change Rank
2026* trend -1.18 - -
2025* trend -1.20 - -
2025 -1.20 +0.12 #175
2023 -1.32 −0.11 #186
2022 -1.21 +0.06 #181
2021 -1.27 +0.06 #185
2020 -1.33 +0.06 #185
2019 -1.39 +0.07 #187
2018 -1.46 −0.03 #192
2017 -1.43 +0.03 #190
2016 -1.46 −0.03 #192
2015 -1.43 −0.07 #195
2014 -1.36 −0.05 #190
2013 -1.32 −0.07 #189
2012 -1.25 +0.01 #184
2011 -1.26 +0.11 #191
2010 -1.36 −0.04 #194
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 +51.0% GDP growth 8.0% C/A balance 20.2%
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

Iraq matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Iraq's control of corruption?

Iraq's control of corruption was -1.20 in 2025. Ranked 175th globally. This represents a 9.0% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest control of corruption in Iraq?

Iraq's control of corruption peaked at -1.20 in 2025.

What was the lowest control of corruption in Iraq?

The lowest control of corruption in Iraq was -1.60 in 1996.

How does Iraq rank in control of corruption?

Iraq ranks 175th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for control of corruption?

The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.

What is the projected control of corruption of Iraq in 2025?

Iraq's control of corruption is projected to reach -1.20 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the control of corruption of Iraq in 2025?

The control of corruption of Iraq in 2025 was -1.20. This ranks 175th in the world.

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