Luxembourg Voice and Accountability
Voice and Accountability VA.EST
Luxembourg's voice and accountability was 1.66 in 2025, ranked 5th globally. This represents a 1.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Luxembourg's voice and accountability stood at 1.66 in 2025, a rise of +0.03 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 1.66 by 2025. Luxembourg ranked 5th globally.
Luxembourg’s Voice and Accountability score, a composite measure of citizens’ ability to express opinions and participate in public affairs, has risen modestly from 1.55 in 1996 to 1.66 in 2025, placing the country fifth worldwide. The indicator reached its all‑time peak of 1.67 in 2004, following a low of 1.41 in 2002, suggesting a rapid recovery after the early‑2000s dip. Compared with peer nations, Luxembourg’s 2025 score is equal to Finland’s 1.66 and slightly below Denmark’s 1.70 and Switzerland’s 1.74, while exceeding the Netherlands at 1.59. The 26‑year coverage shows a gradual upward trajectory rather than abrupt swings, reflecting steady improvements in institutional responsiveness and media freedom. Continued investment in digital participation platforms and safeguards against political interference could sustain the incremental gains, potentially moving Luxembourg closer to the top‑ranked peers in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Voice and Accountability | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 1.69 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 1.66 | - | - |
| 2025 | 1.66 | +0.03 | #5 |
| 2023 | 1.63 | +0.09 | #5 |
| 2022 | 1.54 | +0.05 | #7 |
| 2021 | 1.50 | −0.00 | #6 |
| 2020 | 1.50 | +0.01 | #8 |
| 2019 | 1.49 | −0.05 | #7 |
| 2018 | 1.54 | +0.02 | #7 |
| 2017 | 1.52 | +0.02 | #6 |
| 2016 | 1.50 | −0.05 | #8 |
| 2015 | 1.55 | −0.01 | #7 |
| 2014 | 1.55 | −0.08 | #4 |
| 2013 | 1.63 | −0.02 | #4 |
| 2012 | 1.65 | +0.05 | #4 |
| 2011 | 1.60 | +0.03 | #3 |
| 2010 | 1.57 | +0.02 | #4 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Luxembourg matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw voice and accountability improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Luxembourg's voice and accountability was 1.66 in 2025. Ranked 5th globally. This represents a 1.8% increase from the previous year.
Luxembourg's voice and accountability peaked at 1.67 in 2004.
The lowest voice and accountability in Luxembourg was 1.41 in 2002.
Luxembourg ranks 5th globally in voice and accountability as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is VA.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Luxembourg's voice and accountability is projected to reach 1.66 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The voice and accountability of Luxembourg in 2025 was 1.66. This ranks 5th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_luxembourg_voice-accountability,
title = {Luxembourg Voice and Accountability},
url = {https://historysaid.com/luxembourg/voice-accountability/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}