Pakistan Regulatory Quality
Regulatory Quality RQ.EST
Pakistan's regulatory quality was -1.02 in 2025, ranked 169th globally. This represents a 13.2% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Pakistan's regulatory quality stood at -1.02 in 2025, a decline of +0.12 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.02 by 2025. Pakistan ranked 169th globally.
Pakistan's regulatory quality has exhibited a mixed trajectory since 1996, with a notable decline in recent years. The country's regulatory environment has been ranked #169 globally, with a score of -1.02 as of 2025. This represents a significant deterioration from the peak score of -0.48 achieved in 2006, and is perilously close to the all-time trough of -1.05 recorded in 2004. Compared to its peers, Pakistan's regulatory quality is marginally better than Djibouti's score of -0.99, but lags behind Nicaragua's score of -1.03. The country's struggle to establish a stable and effective regulatory framework has hindered economic growth and development. A sustained commitment to institutional reforms and good governance practices is essential to improve Pakistan's regulatory quality and enhance its economic competitiveness. If the government prioritizes investing in human capital, strengthening institutions, and promoting a favorable business environment, it may be possible to reverse the downward trend and improve Pakistan's regulatory quality.
Data & projection
| Year | Regulatory Quality | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -1.07 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -1.02 | - | - |
| 2025 | -1.02 | −0.12 | #169 |
| 2023 | -0.90 | −0.01 | #163 |
| 2022 | -0.89 | −0.12 | #162 |
| 2021 | -0.76 | +0.00 | #155 |
| 2020 | -0.76 | −0.08 | #154 |
| 2019 | -0.69 | −0.02 | #148 |
| 2018 | -0.67 | −0.06 | #147 |
| 2017 | -0.61 | +0.05 | #144 |
| 2016 | -0.66 | −0.02 | #148 |
| 2015 | -0.65 | +0.04 | #146 |
| 2014 | -0.69 | +0.02 | #145 |
| 2013 | -0.71 | +0.02 | #150 |
| 2012 | -0.72 | −0.07 | #150 |
| 2011 | -0.65 | −0.03 | #145 |
| 2010 | -0.61 | −0.03 | #142 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Pakistan matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw regulatory quality improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Pakistan's regulatory quality was -1.02 in 2025. Ranked 169th globally. This represents a 13.2% decrease from the previous year.
Pakistan's regulatory quality peaked at -0.48 in 2006.
The lowest regulatory quality in Pakistan was -1.05 in 2004.
Pakistan ranks 169th globally in regulatory quality as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is RQ.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Pakistan's regulatory quality is projected to reach -1.02 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The regulatory quality of Pakistan in 2025 was -1.02. This ranks 169th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_pakistan_regulatory-quality,
title = {Pakistan Regulatory Quality},
url = {https://historysaid.com/pakistan/regulatory-quality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}