Turkmenistan Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Turkmenistan's control of corruption was -1.45 in 2025, ranked 189th globally. This represents a 1.9% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Turkmenistan's control of corruption stood at -1.45 in 2025, a decline of +0.03 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.45 by 2025. Turkmenistan ranked 189th globally.
Turkmenistan’s score on the World Bank’s Control of Corruption indicator has deteriorated steadily over the 26‑year series, slipping from –1.02 in 1996 and again at its all‑time peak in 2003 to –1.45 in 2025, the lowest point recorded and placing the country 189th out of 190 economies. This decline signals a widening gap between formal anti‑corruption frameworks and their implementation, as perceived by business surveys and expert assessments. Compared with regional peers, Turkmenistan now trails Tajikistan (–1.43) and approaches the Democratic Republic of Congo (–1.47), suggesting that corruption perceptions are converging with some of the world’s most challenged environments. The persistent downward trajectory may reflect limited institutional reforms, weak enforcement mechanisms, and a lack of transparent procurement processes. If legislative strengthening, independent oversight bodies, and greater civil‑society participation are introduced, the negative trend could be reversed, allowing Turkmenistan to improve its standing in future assessments.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -1.46 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -1.45 | - | - |
| 2025 | -1.45 | −0.03 | #189 |
| 2023 | -1.42 | +0.01 | #190 |
| 2022 | -1.44 | +0.00 | #192 |
| 2021 | -1.44 | −0.01 | #192 |
| 2020 | -1.43 | −0.04 | #192 |
| 2019 | -1.39 | −0.01 | #188 |
| 2018 | -1.38 | −0.01 | #188 |
| 2017 | -1.37 | +0.03 | #189 |
| 2016 | -1.40 | −0.17 | #190 |
| 2015 | -1.23 | −0.05 | #182 |
| 2014 | -1.18 | +0.11 | #180 |
| 2013 | -1.29 | +0.03 | #186 |
| 2012 | -1.31 | +0.13 | #193 |
| 2011 | -1.45 | −0.01 | #197 |
| 2010 | -1.44 | −0.00 | #197 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Turkmenistan matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2002. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Turkmenistan's control of corruption was -1.45 in 2025. Ranked 189th globally. This represents a 1.9% decrease from the previous year.
Turkmenistan's control of corruption peaked at -1.02 in 2003.
The lowest control of corruption in Turkmenistan was -1.45 in 2025.
Turkmenistan ranks 189th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Turkmenistan's control of corruption is projected to reach -1.45 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Turkmenistan in 2025 was -1.45. This ranks 189th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Turkmenistan Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/turkmenistan/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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