Uzbekistan Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Uzbekistan's control of corruption was -0.59 in 2025, ranked 139th globally. This represents a 27.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Uzbekistan's control of corruption stood at -0.59 in 2025, a rise of +0.22 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.59 by 2025. Uzbekistan ranked 139th globally.
Uzbekistan’s score on the World Bank’s Control of Corruption indicator has risen from a low of –1.13 in 1996 to an all‑time peak of –0.59 in 2025, placing the country at 139th out of 190 economies. The improvement follows a pronounced trough of –1.39 in 2011, after which successive reforms appear to have reduced opportunities for illicit behavior and increased transparency in public procurement. Compared with regional peers, Uzbekistan’s 2025 rating is marginally better than Türkiye (–0.60) and slightly below Ukraine (–0.58), suggesting that the Central Asian state is converging toward the middle of the corruption performance distribution. The 26‑year coverage shows a gradual upward trajectory, yet the modest absolute level indicates that further institutional strengthening is required to close the gap with higher‑ranking neighbors. Continued implementation of anti‑corruption legislation and enhanced civil‑society oversight could sustain the positive momentum and push Uzbekistan’s score closer to the global median in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -0.51 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -0.59 | - | - |
| 2025 | -0.59 | +0.22 | #139 |
| 2023 | -0.81 | −0.05 | #155 |
| 2022 | -0.76 | +0.07 | #152 |
| 2021 | -0.83 | +0.24 | #156 |
| 2020 | -1.07 | −0.03 | #171 |
| 2019 | -1.05 | +0.04 | #172 |
| 2018 | -1.08 | +0.10 | #177 |
| 2017 | -1.19 | +0.01 | #179 |
| 2016 | -1.20 | +0.09 | #181 |
| 2015 | -1.29 | −0.09 | #186 |
| 2014 | -1.19 | +0.08 | #182 |
| 2013 | -1.27 | +0.04 | #185 |
| 2012 | -1.31 | +0.08 | #192 |
| 2011 | -1.39 | −0.08 | #195 |
| 2010 | -1.31 | −0.03 | #192 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Uzbekistan matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2018. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Uzbekistan's control of corruption was -0.59 in 2025. Ranked 139th globally. This represents a 27.5% increase from the previous year.
Uzbekistan's control of corruption peaked at -0.59 in 2025.
The lowest control of corruption in Uzbekistan was -1.39 in 2011.
Uzbekistan ranks 139th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Uzbekistan's control of corruption is projected to reach -0.59 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Uzbekistan in 2025 was -0.59. This ranks 139th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_uzbekistan_control-of-corruption,
title = {Uzbekistan Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/uzbekistan/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}