Pakistan Voice and Accountability
Voice and Accountability VA.EST
Pakistan's voice and accountability was -0.95 in 2025, ranked 158th globally. This represents a 0.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Pakistan's voice and accountability stood at -0.95 in 2025, a rise of +0.01 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.95 by 2025. Pakistan ranked 158th globally.
Pakistan's Voice and Accountability indicator, as measured by the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators (WGI), has experienced a downward trend over the past two and a half decades. Since reaching an all-time peak of -0.54 in 1998, the country's score has steadily declined, with a notable dip to an all-time trough of -1.22 in 2000. Although Pakistan's score has improved somewhat since then, it remains a concern, with the latest reading of -0.95 in 2025 ranking the country #158 globally. In comparison, its peers in the region, such as Iraq with a score of -0.94, and Oman with a score of -1.01, are similarly positioned. This downward trajectory underscores the need for sustained efforts to strengthen institutions and promote transparency and accountability in Pakistan. A significant improvement in the country's governance framework, coupled with tangible progress in areas such as electoral reform and anti-corruption measures, would be necessary to reverse this trend and improve Pakistan's Voice and Accountability score.
Data & projection
| Year | Voice and Accountability | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -0.97 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -0.95 | - | - |
| 2025 | -0.95 | +0.01 | #158 |
| 2023 | -0.96 | −0.10 | #154 |
| 2022 | -0.86 | −0.02 | #152 |
| 2021 | -0.84 | +0.04 | #151 |
| 2020 | -0.88 | −0.01 | #154 |
| 2019 | -0.86 | −0.05 | #156 |
| 2018 | -0.81 | −0.12 | #150 |
| 2017 | -0.69 | +0.01 | #144 |
| 2016 | -0.70 | +0.02 | #145 |
| 2015 | -0.72 | −0.01 | #146 |
| 2014 | -0.72 | +0.08 | #146 |
| 2013 | -0.80 | +0.04 | #151 |
| 2012 | -0.84 | −0.01 | #152 |
| 2011 | -0.83 | −0.03 | #150 |
| 2010 | -0.80 | +0.06 | #146 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Pakistan matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. 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
Pakistan's voice and accountability was -0.95 in 2025. Ranked 158th globally. This represents a 0.8% increase from the previous year.
Pakistan's voice and accountability peaked at -0.54 in 1998.
The lowest voice and accountability in Pakistan was -1.22 in 2000.
Pakistan ranks 158th globally in voice and accountability as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is VA.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Pakistan's voice and accountability is projected to reach -0.95 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The voice and accountability of Pakistan in 2025 was -0.95. This ranks 158th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_pakistan_voice-accountability,
title = {Pakistan Voice and Accountability},
url = {https://historysaid.com/pakistan/voice-accountability/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}