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North Macedonia Government Effectiveness

Government Effectiveness  GE.EST

-0.06 −0.00 (-8.5%)
Year 2025 Rank #106 Global Peak 0.06 (2018) Source World Bank WGI

North Macedonia Government Effectiveness (1996–2025)

Overview

North Macedonia's government effectiveness stood at -0.06 in 2025, a decline of +0.00 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.06 by 2025. North Macedonia ranked 106th globally.

Data & projection

Year Government Effectiveness YoY change Rank
2026* trend -0.05 - -
2025* trend -0.06 - -
2025 -0.06 −0.00 #106
2023 -0.05 +0.03 #102
2022 -0.08 +0.04 #100
2021 -0.12 −0.15 #106
2020 0.03 +0.15 #94
2019 -0.12 −0.18 #105
2018 0.06 +0.07 #93
2017 -0.02 +0.02 #92
2016 -0.03 −0.00 #96
2015 -0.03 −0.05 #97
2014 0.02 +0.18 #86
2013 -0.17 +0.04 #104
2012 -0.21 +0.01 #108
2011 -0.22 −0.04 #107
2010 -0.18 −0.05 #103
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 +21.7% GDP growth 2.6% C/A balance 0.3%
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

North Macedonia 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 North Macedonia's government effectiveness?

North Macedonia's government effectiveness was -0.06 in 2025. Ranked 106th globally. This represents a 8.5% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest government effectiveness in North Macedonia?

North Macedonia's government effectiveness peaked at 0.06 in 2018.

What was the lowest government effectiveness in North Macedonia?

The lowest government effectiveness in North Macedonia was -0.84 in 2000.

How does North Macedonia rank in government effectiveness?

North Macedonia ranks 106th 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 North Macedonia in 2025?

North Macedonia's government effectiveness is projected to reach -0.06 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the government effectiveness of North Macedonia in 2025?

The government effectiveness of North Macedonia in 2025 was -0.06. This ranks 106th in the world.

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@misc{historysaid_north-macedonia_government-effectiveness, title = {North Macedonia Government Effectiveness}, url = {https://historysaid.com/north-macedonia/government-effectiveness}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }