Romania Voice and Accountability
Voice and Accountability VA.EST
Romania's voice and accountability was 0.54 in 2025, ranked 72nd globally. This represents a 6.4% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Romania's voice and accountability stood at 0.54 in 2025, a rise of +0.03 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.54 by 2025. Romania ranked 72nd globally.
Romania's Voice and Accountability score, as per the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators, has demonstrated a moderate improvement over the past two and a half decades, with a notable peak of 0.60 in 2017. The score has gradually declined since then, currently standing at 0.54, ranking #72 globally. In comparison, peer nations such as Jamaica, with a score of 0.55, have maintained a relatively consistent level of voice and accountability, while others like Timor-Leste, with a score of 0.53, have shown a similar trajectory to Romania. The all-time trough of 0.29 in 1996 serves as a stark reminder of the significant progress made in this area. Despite the recent decline, Romania's Voice and Accountability score remains higher than its 1996 level. A sustained commitment to democratic reforms and institutional strengthening would be necessary to halt the current decline and potentially reverse the trend, thereby solidifying Romania's position as a more accountable and participatory society.
Data & projection
| Year | Voice and Accountability | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 0.53 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.54 | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.54 | +0.03 | #72 |
| 2023 | 0.50 | −0.06 | #74 |
| 2022 | 0.57 | −0.03 | #72 |
| 2021 | 0.59 | +0.01 | #70 |
| 2020 | 0.59 | +0.07 | #67 |
| 2019 | 0.52 | −0.02 | #70 |
| 2018 | 0.53 | −0.07 | #67 |
| 2017 | 0.60 | +0.06 | #64 |
| 2016 | 0.54 | +0.05 | #68 |
| 2015 | 0.49 | +0.06 | #72 |
| 2014 | 0.43 | +0.12 | #78 |
| 2013 | 0.31 | −0.01 | #84 |
| 2012 | 0.32 | −0.06 | #84 |
| 2011 | 0.38 | −0.06 | #83 |
| 2010 | 0.43 | −0.03 | #82 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Romania matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw voice and accountability improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Romania's voice and accountability was 0.54 in 2025. Ranked 72nd globally. This represents a 6.4% increase from the previous year.
Romania's voice and accountability peaked at 0.60 in 2017.
The lowest voice and accountability in Romania was 0.29 in 1996.
Romania ranks 72nd globally in voice and accountability as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is VA.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Romania's voice and accountability is projected to reach 0.54 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The voice and accountability of Romania in 2025 was 0.54. This ranks 72nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_romania_voice-accountability,
title = {Romania Voice and Accountability},
url = {https://historysaid.com/romania/voice-accountability/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}