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Timor-Leste Government Effectiveness

Government Effectiveness  GE.EST

-0.79 +0.05 (+6.3%)
Year 2025 Rank #156 Global Peak -0.69 (2004) Source World Bank WGI

Timor-Leste Government Effectiveness (2002–2025)

Overview

Timor-Leste's government effectiveness stood at -0.79 in 2025, a rise of +0.05 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.79 by 2025. Timor-Leste ranked 156th globally.

Data & projection

Year Government Effectiveness YoY change Rank
2026* trend -0.79 - -
2025* trend -0.79 - -
2025 -0.79 +0.05 #156
2023 -0.84 −0.07 #160
2022 -0.77 −0.02 #155
2021 -0.75 +0.00 #151
2020 -0.76 +0.10 #157
2019 -0.86 +0.08 #167
2018 -0.94 +0.07 #169
2017 -1.00 +0.04 #172
2016 -1.04 +0.04 #175
2015 -1.08 +0.13 #177
2014 -1.21 +0.03 #178
2013 -1.25 −0.05 #181
2012 -1.20 −0.01 #179
2011 -1.19 +0.07 #179
2010 -1.25 −0.06 #183
Show all years (2002-2025)
* 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 +42.4% GDP growth 5.4% C/A balance 54.8%
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

Timor-Leste matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government effectiveness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Timor-Leste's government effectiveness?

Timor-Leste's government effectiveness was -0.79 in 2025. Ranked 156th globally. This represents a 6.3% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest government effectiveness in Timor-Leste?

Timor-Leste's government effectiveness peaked at -0.69 in 2004.

What was the lowest government effectiveness in Timor-Leste?

The lowest government effectiveness in Timor-Leste was -1.25 in 2010.

How does Timor-Leste rank in government effectiveness?

Timor-Leste ranks 156th globally in government effectiveness as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for government effectiveness?

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

What is the projected government effectiveness of Timor-Leste in 2025?

Timor-Leste's government effectiveness is projected to reach -0.79 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the government effectiveness of Timor-Leste in 2025?

The government effectiveness of Timor-Leste in 2025 was -0.79. This ranks 156th in the world.

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@misc{historysaid_timor-leste_government-effectiveness, title = {Timor-Leste Government Effectiveness}, url = {https://historysaid.com/timor-leste/government-effectiveness}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }