Uzbekistan Government Effectiveness
Government Effectiveness GE.EST
Uzbekistan's government effectiveness was -0.05 in 2025, ranked 105th globally. This represents a 81.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Uzbekistan's government effectiveness stood at -0.05 in 2025, a rise of +0.23 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.05 by 2025. Uzbekistan ranked 105th globally.
Uzbekistan’s Government Effectiveness score has risen sharply from a trough of –1.22 in 2005 to an all‑time peak of –0.05 in 2025, the highest level recorded over the 26‑year series and placing the country 105th globally. The improvement reflects successive reforms aimed at strengthening public institutions, enhancing policy formulation and increasing the reliability of civil service delivery. While still below the modestly better score of –0.02 recorded by Benin, Uzbekistan now outperforms North Macedonia (–0.06) and approaches the neutral range of Namibia (0.01). The long‑term upward trajectory suggests that continued investment in bureaucratic capacity, anti‑corruption measures and digital governance could push the score into positive territory, further narrowing the gap with higher‑ranking peers.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Effectiveness | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 0.04 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -0.05 | - | - |
| 2025 | -0.05 | +0.23 | #105 |
| 2023 | -0.28 | +0.05 | #120 |
| 2022 | -0.33 | −0.07 | #124 |
| 2021 | -0.26 | +0.35 | #120 |
| 2020 | -0.62 | −0.02 | #142 |
| 2019 | -0.60 | +0.02 | #139 |
| 2018 | -0.62 | +0.01 | #139 |
| 2017 | -0.63 | +0.03 | #141 |
| 2016 | -0.66 | +0.09 | #145 |
| 2015 | -0.75 | −0.12 | #155 |
| 2014 | -0.64 | +0.29 | #147 |
| 2013 | -0.93 | −0.00 | #163 |
| 2012 | -0.93 | −0.23 | #162 |
| 2011 | -0.70 | +0.04 | #146 |
| 2010 | -0.73 | −0.09 | #146 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Uzbekistan matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2018. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw government effectiveness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Uzbekistan's government effectiveness was -0.05 in 2025. Ranked 105th globally. This represents a 81.9% increase from the previous year.
Uzbekistan's government effectiveness peaked at -0.05 in 2025.
The lowest government effectiveness in Uzbekistan was -1.22 in 2005.
Uzbekistan ranks 105th globally in government effectiveness as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GE.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Uzbekistan's government effectiveness is projected to reach -0.05 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The government effectiveness of Uzbekistan in 2025 was -0.05. This ranks 105th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_uzbekistan_government-effectiveness,
title = {Uzbekistan Government Effectiveness},
url = {https://historysaid.com/uzbekistan/government-effectiveness/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}