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Peru Rule of Law

Rule of Law  RL.EST

-0.59 −0.05 (-9.2%)
Year 2025 Rank #144 Global Peak -0.38 (2020) Source World Bank WGI

Peru Rule of Law (1996–2025)

Overview

Peru's rule of law stood at -0.59 in 2025, a decline of +0.05 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.59 by 2025. Peru ranked 144th globally.

Data & projection

Year Rule of Law YoY change Rank
2026* trend -0.61 - -
2025* trend -0.59 - -
2025 -0.59 −0.05 #144
2023 -0.54 +0.01 #141
2022 -0.55 −0.02 #139
2021 -0.53 −0.15 #137
2020 -0.38 +0.14 #122
2019 -0.52 +0.05 #136
2018 -0.57 −0.04 #138
2017 -0.52 −0.03 #137
2016 -0.50 +0.00 #134
2015 -0.50 +0.02 #127
2014 -0.52 +0.05 #131
2013 -0.57 +0.01 #134
2012 -0.58 −0.00 #134
2011 -0.58 −0.01 #138
2010 -0.57 +0.06 #133
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 +11.0% GDP growth 3.3% C/A balance 2.2%
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

Peru matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw rule of law improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Peru's rule of law?

Peru's rule of law was -0.59 in 2025. Ranked 144th globally. This represents a 9.2% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest rule of law in Peru?

Peru's rule of law peaked at -0.38 in 2020.

What was the lowest rule of law in Peru?

The lowest rule of law in Peru was -0.75 in 2007.

How does Peru rank in rule of law?

Peru ranks 144th globally in rule of law as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for rule of law?

The World Bank indicator code is RL.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.

What is the projected rule of law of Peru in 2025?

Peru's rule of law is projected to reach -0.59 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the rule of law of Peru in 2025?

The rule of law of Peru in 2025 was -0.59. This ranks 144th in the world.

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@misc{historysaid_peru_rule-of-law, title = {Peru Rule of Law}, url = {https://historysaid.com/peru/rule-of-law}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }