Portugal Government Effectiveness
Government Effectiveness GE.EST
Portugal's government effectiveness was 0.90 in 2025, ranked 42nd globally. This represents a 8.6% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Portugal's government effectiveness stood at 0.90 in 2025, a decline of +0.09 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.90 by 2025. Portugal ranked 42nd globally.
Portugal's government effectiveness, as measured by the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators, has experienced fluctuations over the past 26 years. Initially, the country's score was 1.27 in 1996, but it declined to 0.87 in 2006, marking a significant trough. However, Portugal's government effectiveness began to recover, reaching a peak of 1.29 in 2017. The country's current score stands at 0.90, ranking it 42nd globally. This value is relatively close to that of Guam, which ranks 38th with a score of 0.93. In comparison, Portugal's score is lower than that of Uruguay, which ranks 5th with a score of 0.99. Portugal's trajectory suggests a gradual improvement in government effectiveness over time. A sustained commitment to institutional reforms and good governance practices could further enhance Portugal's score, potentially leading to a higher ranking in the years to come.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Effectiveness | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 0.88 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.90 | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.90 | −0.09 | #42 |
| 2023 | 0.99 | −0.01 | #38 |
| 2022 | 1.00 | +0.05 | #38 |
| 2021 | 0.95 | −0.03 | #40 |
| 2020 | 0.98 | −0.15 | #39 |
| 2019 | 1.13 | −0.05 | #31 |
| 2018 | 1.18 | −0.11 | #29 |
| 2017 | 1.29 | +0.15 | #28 |
| 2016 | 1.15 | −0.01 | #30 |
| 2015 | 1.16 | +0.17 | #30 |
| 2014 | 0.98 | −0.21 | #41 |
| 2013 | 1.19 | +0.19 | #32 |
| 2012 | 1.00 | +0.08 | #40 |
| 2011 | 0.92 | −0.06 | #45 |
| 2010 | 0.98 | −0.17 | #41 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Portugal 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
Portugal's government effectiveness was 0.90 in 2025. Ranked 42nd globally. This represents a 8.6% decrease from the previous year.
Portugal's government effectiveness peaked at 1.29 in 2017.
The lowest government effectiveness in Portugal was 0.87 in 2006.
Portugal ranks 42nd globally in government effectiveness as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GE.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Portugal's government effectiveness is projected to reach 0.90 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The government effectiveness of Portugal in 2025 was 0.90. This ranks 42nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_portugal_government-effectiveness,
title = {Portugal Government Effectiveness},
url = {https://historysaid.com/portugal/government-effectiveness/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}