North Macedonia Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
North Macedonia's control of corruption was -0.25 in 2025, ranked 108th globally. This represents a 29.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
North Macedonia's control of corruption stood at -0.25 in 2025, a rise of +0.10 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.25 by 2025. North Macedonia ranked 108th globally.
North Macedonia’s control‑of‑corruption score on the World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators has risen markedly since the early 2000s, moving from a trough of –0.83 in 2002 to an all‑time peak of –0.03 in 2014, before slipping slightly to –0.25 in the 2025 update, which places the country at 108th in the global ranking. The 26‑year series shows a long‑term improvement of roughly 0.58 points, reflecting reforms that have narrowed the gap with regional peers such as Albania (–0.24) and Vietnam (–0.25) in the most recent year. Nevertheless, the modest decline from the 2014 high suggests that gains are vulnerable to policy reversals or external shocks. Continued strengthening of anti‑corruption institutions, enhanced transparency in public procurement, and sustained political commitment will be critical to maintain the upward trajectory and potentially restore the 2014 peak level in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -0.21 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -0.25 | - | - |
| 2025 | -0.25 | +0.10 | #108 |
| 2023 | -0.35 | −0.02 | #115 |
| 2022 | -0.32 | +0.05 | #111 |
| 2021 | -0.38 | +0.12 | #118 |
| 2020 | -0.49 | −0.04 | #131 |
| 2019 | -0.46 | −0.06 | #127 |
| 2018 | -0.39 | −0.06 | #119 |
| 2017 | -0.33 | −0.03 | #113 |
| 2016 | -0.30 | −0.03 | #107 |
| 2015 | -0.27 | −0.23 | #101 |
| 2014 | -0.03 | +0.02 | #88 |
| 2013 | -0.06 | −0.01 | #86 |
| 2012 | -0.05 | +0.06 | #87 |
| 2011 | -0.11 | −0.01 | #89 |
| 2010 | -0.09 | +0.05 | #90 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
North Macedonia 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
North Macedonia's control of corruption was -0.25 in 2025. Ranked 108th globally. This represents a 29.7% increase from the previous year.
North Macedonia's control of corruption peaked at -0.03 in 2014.
The lowest control of corruption in North Macedonia was -0.83 in 2002.
North Macedonia ranks 108th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
North Macedonia's control of corruption is projected to reach -0.25 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of North Macedonia in 2025 was -0.25. This ranks 108th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_north-macedonia_control-of-corruption,
title = {North Macedonia Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/north-macedonia/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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