Russia: Voice and accountability
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| Russia |
Voice and accountability index (-2.5 weak; 2.5 strong) |
|---|---|
| Latest value | -1.29 |
| Year | 2023 |
| Measure | points |
| Data availability | 1996 - 2023 |
| Average | -0.87 |
| Min - Max | -1.29 - -0.22 |
| Source | The World Bank |
The latest value from 2023 is -1.29 points, a decline from -1.26 points in 2022. In comparison, the world average is -0.03 points, based on data from 192 countries. Historically, the average for Russia from 1996 to 2023 is -0.87 points. The minimum value, -1.29 points, was reached in 2023 while the maximum of -0.22 points was recorded in 1996.
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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.
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|---|---|---|---|
| Rule of law | -1.19 | 2023 | points |
| Government effectiveness | -0.71 | 2023 | points |
| Control of corruption | -1.10 | 2023 | points |
| Regulatory quality | -1.12 | 2023 | points |
| Voice and accountability | -1.29 | 2023 | points |
| Political stability | -1.13 | 2023 | points |
| Corruption perceptions - Transparency International | 22 | 2024 | points |
| Political rights | 7 | 2024 | points |
| Civil liberties | 6 | 2024 | points |
| Competitiveness | 66.70 | 2019 | points |
| Cost of starting a business | 1.00 | 2019 | percent of per capita GNI |
| Shadow economy | 33.72 | 2015 | percent |
| Informal economy, MIMIC method | 43.10 | 2020 | percent |
| Informal economy, DGE method | 39.10 | 2020 | percent |