Albania: Political rights
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| Albania |
Political rights index, 7 (weak) - 1 (strong) |
|---|---|
| Latest value | 3 |
| Year | 2024 |
| Measure | points |
| Data availability | 1972 - 2024 |
| Average | 5 |
| Min - Max | 2 - 7 |
| Source | The Freedom House |
The latest value from 2024 is 3 points, unchanged from 3 points in 2023. In comparison, the world average is 4 points, based on data from 194 countries. Historically, the average for Albania from 1972 to 2024 is 5 points. The minimum value, 2 points, was reached in 1993 while the maximum of 7 points was recorded in 1972.
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Definition: The Political Rights ratings from the Freedom House evaluate three categories: electoral process, political pluralism and participation, and the functioning of government. The index ranges from 1 (strong rights) to 7 (weak rights).
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| Related indicators | Latest | Reference | Measure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rule of law | -0.16 | 2023 | points |
| Government effectiveness | 0.25 | 2023 | points |
| Control of corruption | -0.33 | 2023 | points |
| Regulatory quality | 0.17 | 2023 | points |
| Voice and accountability | 0.17 | 2023 | points |
| Political stability | 0.18 | 2023 | points |
| Corruption perceptions - Transparency International | 37 | 2023 | points |
| Political rights | 3 | 2024 | points |
| Civil liberties | 3 | 2024 | points |
| Competitiveness | 57.60 | 2019 | points |
| Cost of starting a business | 10.80 | 2019 | percent of per capita GNI |
| Shadow economy | 26.21 | 2015 | percent |
| Informal economy, MIMIC method | 32.80 | 2020 | percent |
| Informal economy, DGE method | 29.30 | 2020 | percent |