Germany: Voice and accountability

Germany: Voice and accountability index (-2.5 weak; 2.5 strong), 1996 - 2020:

For that indicator, we provide data for Germany from 1996 to 2020. The average value for Germany during that period was 1.38 points with a minimum of 1.29 points in 1998 and a maximum of 1.5 points in 2004. The latest value from 2020 is 1.38 points. For comparison, the world average in 2020 based on 193 countries is -0.04 points. See the global rankings for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

Definition: The index for Voice and Accountability captures perceptions of the extent to which the citizens are able to participate in selecting their government, as well as freedom of expression, freedom of association, and a free media.