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Pakistan Government Effectiveness

Government Effectiveness  GE.EST

-0.50 +0.08 (+14.3%)
Year 2025 Rank #133 Global Peak -0.38 (2006) Source World Bank WGI

Pakistan Government Effectiveness (1996–2025)

Overview

Pakistan's government effectiveness stood at -0.50 in 2025, a rise of +0.08 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.50 by 2025. Pakistan ranked 133rd globally.

Data & projection

Year Government Effectiveness YoY change Rank
2026* trend -0.47 - -
2025* trend -0.50 - -
2025 -0.50 +0.08 #133
2023 -0.58 +0.05 #140
2022 -0.62 −0.19 #143
2021 -0.44 +0.13 #130
2020 -0.57 +0.15 #137
2019 -0.72 −0.05 #148
2018 -0.67 −0.03 #148
2017 -0.63 +0.07 #143
2016 -0.70 +0.01 #149
2015 -0.71 +0.05 #148
2014 -0.76 +0.04 #155
2013 -0.80 −0.02 #155
2012 -0.78 +0.05 #150
2011 -0.83 −0.06 #156
2010 -0.78 +0.04 #150
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 +34.1% GDP growth 3.0% C/A balance 0.1%
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

Pakistan matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. 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 Pakistan's government effectiveness?

Pakistan's government effectiveness was -0.50 in 2025. Ranked 133rd globally. This represents a 14.3% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest government effectiveness in Pakistan?

Pakistan's government effectiveness peaked at -0.38 in 2006.

What was the lowest government effectiveness in Pakistan?

The lowest government effectiveness in Pakistan was -0.83 in 2011.

How does Pakistan rank in government effectiveness?

Pakistan ranks 133rd 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 Pakistan in 2025?

Pakistan's government effectiveness is projected to reach -0.50 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the government effectiveness of Pakistan in 2025?

The government effectiveness of Pakistan in 2025 was -0.50. This ranks 133rd in the world.

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