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Lao PDR Control of Corruption

Control of Corruption  CC.EST

-0.90 +0.07 (+7.4%)
Year 2025 Rank #155 Global Peak -0.67 (2002) Source World Bank WGI

Lao PDR Control of Corruption (1996–2025)

Overview

Lao PDR's control of corruption stood at -0.90 in 2025, a rise of +0.07 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.90 by 2025. Lao PDR ranked 155th globally.

Data & projection

Year Control of Corruption YoY change Rank
2026* trend -0.87 - -
2025* trend -0.90 - -
2025 -0.90 +0.07 #155
2023 -0.97 −0.01 #162
2022 -0.97 +0.09 #162
2021 -1.06 +0.03 #172
2020 -1.08 −0.01 #173
2019 -1.08 −0.08 #177
2018 -1.00 −0.03 #172
2017 -0.97 +0.02 #171
2016 -0.99 −0.04 #173
2015 -0.94 −0.09 #167
2014 -0.85 +0.09 #158
2013 -0.94 +0.08 #163
2012 -1.03 +0.17 #169
2011 -1.19 +0.00 #180
2010 -1.20 +0.05 #183
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 +12.3% GDP growth 3.7% C/A balance 2.6%
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

Lao PDR matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2023. 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 Lao PDR's control of corruption?

Lao PDR's control of corruption was -0.90 in 2025. Ranked 155th globally. This represents a 7.4% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest control of corruption in Lao PDR?

Lao PDR's control of corruption peaked at -0.67 in 2002.

What was the lowest control of corruption in Lao PDR?

The lowest control of corruption in Lao PDR was -1.33 in 2006.

How does Lao PDR rank in control of corruption?

Lao PDR ranks 155th 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 Lao PDR in 2025?

Lao PDR's control of corruption is projected to reach -0.90 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the control of corruption of Lao PDR in 2025?

The control of corruption of Lao PDR in 2025 was -0.90. This ranks 155th in the world.

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