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Lao PDR Government Effectiveness

Government Effectiveness  GE.EST

-0.49 +0.16 (+24.3%)
Year 2025 Rank #132 Global Peak -0.42 (2014) Source World Bank WGI

Lao PDR Government Effectiveness (1996–2025)

Overview

Lao PDR's government effectiveness stood at -0.49 in 2025, a rise of +0.16 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.49 by 2025. Lao PDR ranked 132nd globally.

Data & projection

Year Government Effectiveness YoY change Rank
2026* trend -0.44 - -
2025* trend -0.49 - -
2025 -0.49 +0.16 #132
2023 -0.64 −0.05 #145
2022 -0.60 +0.02 #140
2021 -0.62 +0.12 #140
2020 -0.74 +0.08 #155
2019 -0.82 −0.09 #162
2018 -0.72 −0.31 #155
2017 -0.42 +0.02 #130
2016 -0.43 +0.12 #128
2015 -0.55 −0.14 #136
2014 -0.42 +0.32 #123
2013 -0.74 +0.11 #149
2012 -0.84 −0.00 #157
2011 -0.84 +0.03 #157
2010 -0.87 +0.09 #158
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 government effectiveness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lao PDR's government effectiveness?

Lao PDR's government effectiveness was -0.49 in 2025. Ranked 132nd globally. This represents a 24.3% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest government effectiveness in Lao PDR?

Lao PDR's government effectiveness peaked at -0.42 in 2014.

What was the lowest government effectiveness in Lao PDR?

The lowest government effectiveness in Lao PDR was -1.21 in 2005.

How does Lao PDR rank in government effectiveness?

Lao PDR ranks 132nd globally in government effectiveness as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for government effectiveness?

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

What is the projected government effectiveness of Lao PDR in 2025?

Lao PDR's government effectiveness is projected to reach -0.49 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the government effectiveness of Lao PDR in 2025?

The government effectiveness of Lao PDR in 2025 was -0.49. This ranks 132nd in the world.

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@misc{historysaid_lao-pdr_government-effectiveness, title = {Lao PDR Government Effectiveness}, url = {https://historysaid.com/lao-pdr/government-effectiveness}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }