Timor-Leste Voice and Accountability
Voice and Accountability VA.EST
Timor-Leste's voice and accountability was 0.53 in 2025, ranked 73rd globally. This represents a 22.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Timor-Leste's voice and accountability stood at 0.53 in 2025, a rise of +0.10 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.53 by 2025. Timor-Leste ranked 73rd globally.
Timor‑Leste’s Voice and Accountability score has risen from a trough of –1.72 in 1996 to an all‑time peak of 0.53 in 2025, placing the country at 73rd in the global ranking. Over the 26‑year coverage period the index, which gauges citizens’ ability to participate in public affairs, express opinions and enjoy basic freedoms, shows a steady upward trajectory despite the country’s recent emergence from conflict and ongoing institutional consolidation. The 2025 figure of 0.53 is virtually identical to the scores of peers such as Romania (0.54) and Argentina (0.52), suggesting Timor‑Leste is converging with middle‑income democracies on governance standards. However, the modest absolute level indicates substantial room for improvement in media independence, rule‑of‑law enforcement and civil society engagement. Continued reforms in the justice sector, coupled with expanded digital access and stronger protections for journalists, could accelerate the upward trend and lift the country’s standing in future World Bank assessments.
Data & projection
| Year | Voice and Accountability | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 0.56 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.53 | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.53 | +0.10 | #73 |
| 2023 | 0.43 | −0.06 | #76 |
| 2022 | 0.49 | +0.04 | #76 |
| 2021 | 0.45 | +0.08 | #79 |
| 2020 | 0.37 | +0.01 | #83 |
| 2019 | 0.36 | +0.03 | #81 |
| 2018 | 0.32 | −0.02 | #83 |
| 2017 | 0.34 | +0.12 | #84 |
| 2016 | 0.22 | +0.03 | #91 |
| 2015 | 0.19 | +0.04 | #91 |
| 2014 | 0.15 | +0.06 | #98 |
| 2013 | 0.09 | −0.01 | #95 |
| 2012 | 0.10 | −0.04 | #93 |
| 2011 | 0.13 | +0.07 | #92 |
| 2010 | 0.06 | −0.04 | #102 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Timor-Leste matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. 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
Timor-Leste's voice and accountability was 0.53 in 2025. Ranked 73rd globally. This represents a 22.3% increase from the previous year.
Timor-Leste's voice and accountability peaked at 0.53 in 2025.
The lowest voice and accountability in Timor-Leste was -1.72 in 1996.
Timor-Leste ranks 73rd globally in voice and accountability as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is VA.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Timor-Leste's voice and accountability is projected to reach 0.53 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The voice and accountability of Timor-Leste in 2025 was 0.53. This ranks 73rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_timor-leste_voice-accountability,
title = {Timor-Leste Voice and Accountability},
url = {https://historysaid.com/timor-leste/voice-accountability/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}