Pakistan Rated Poor in the World Economics Governance Index


 
Pakistan’s rating has declined on the World Economics Governance Index over the last decade. Standards have fallen in the country across data reflecting corruption, the rule of law, press freedom and political rights.

Pakistan’s Governance Rating 2016-2026
Index: 0-100. 0=Poor, 100=As good as it gets
Source: World Economics Governance Index, 2026





This rating determines the grading of countries on the Index. Pakistan now sits in the 'D' Governance category alongside the likes of Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia.

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