Kyrgyz Republic Voice and Accountability
Voice and Accountability VA.EST
Kyrgyz Republic's voice and accountability was -0.89 in 2025, ranked 153rd globally. This represents a 23.3% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Kyrgyz Republic's voice and accountability stood at -0.89 in 2025, a decline of +0.17 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.89 by 2025. Kyrgyz Republic ranked 153rd globally.
Kyrgyz Republic’s Voice and Accountability score, measured by the World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators, stood at –0.89 in 2025, placing it 153rd among 193 economies and tying it with Comoros while lagging slightly behind Kazakhstan (–0.90) and ahead of Jordan (–0.85). The index, which ranges from –2.5 (low) to 2.5 (high), reflects citizens’ perceived ability to express opinions and participate in public affairs. Over the 26‑year series, the country’s rating improved from an early‑year value of –0.79 in 1996 to a historic high of –0.35 in 2018, suggesting a modest expansion of civic space during that period. However, the trough of –1.09 in 2000 highlights a sharp decline at the turn of the millennium, coinciding with political turbulence that constrained media freedom and public debate. Since the 2018 peak, the score has regressed, indicating that recent reforms have not sustained earlier gains. Continued institutional reforms and stronger protection of dissenting voices will be crucial to reverse the downward trend and move the index toward positive territory.
Data & projection
| Year | Voice and Accountability | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -0.96 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -0.89 | - | - |
| 2025 | -0.89 | −0.17 | #153 |
| 2023 | -0.72 | +0.01 | #143 |
| 2022 | -0.73 | −0.14 | #143 |
| 2021 | -0.59 | −0.01 | #137 |
| 2020 | -0.58 | −0.12 | #136 |
| 2019 | -0.45 | −0.10 | #135 |
| 2018 | -0.35 | +0.07 | #131 |
| 2017 | -0.43 | −0.01 | #133 |
| 2016 | -0.42 | −0.01 | #133 |
| 2015 | -0.40 | +0.06 | #133 |
| 2014 | -0.46 | +0.08 | #135 |
| 2013 | -0.54 | +0.07 | #141 |
| 2012 | -0.61 | +0.07 | #144 |
| 2011 | -0.68 | +0.25 | #144 |
| 2010 | -0.93 | +0.09 | #158 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Kyrgyz Republic matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw voice and accountability improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Kyrgyz Republic's voice and accountability was -0.89 in 2025. Ranked 153rd globally. This represents a 23.3% decrease from the previous year.
Kyrgyz Republic's voice and accountability peaked at -0.35 in 2018.
The lowest voice and accountability in Kyrgyz Republic was -1.09 in 2000.
Kyrgyz Republic ranks 153rd globally in voice and accountability as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is VA.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Kyrgyz Republic's voice and accountability is projected to reach -0.89 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The voice and accountability of Kyrgyz Republic in 2025 was -0.89. This ranks 153rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_kyrgyz-republic_voice-accountability,
title = {Kyrgyz Republic Voice and Accountability},
url = {https://historysaid.com/kyrgyz-republic/voice-accountability/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}