🇮🇩Indonesia Political Stability: 38.6/100

Indonesia scores 38.6 out of 100 on the Political Stability Index, rated "Weak" based on World Bank 2023 Worldwide Governance Indicators across six governance dimensions.

Weak
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Composite score is the unweighted average of six governance dimensions, each measured on a 0-100 percentile scale.

Governance Indicators

Government Effectiveness58/100
Regulatory Quality51/100
Voice & Accountability43/100
Rule of Law37/100
Control of Corruption25/100
Political Stability18/100

Governance Profile: Indonesia

World Bank governance: rule of law 37th percentile, corruption control 25th percentile, political stability 18th percentile.

Indonesia's strongest governance dimension is Government Effectiveness at 58/100, placing it in the upper half globally. This points to comparatively high-quality public services and credible policy implementation.

The weakest dimension is Political Stability at 18/100. Political instability concerns may affect the overall security environment and long-term predictability.

A notable 40-point gap between Government Effectiveness and Political Stability reveals uneven governance. Some institutions function well while others lag significantly. Travelers should be aware that the quality of government services and protections may vary depending on the context.

Weak governance indicators for Indonesia mean travelers should exercise heightened caution. Government services may be limited or unreliable, corruption can affect interactions with officials, and legal protections may not function as expected. Thorough preparation and situational awareness are essential.

The U.S. State Department currently rates Indonesia as Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution). This aligns with a governance profile that, while not without challenges, provides a baseline of institutional functioning.

AS Governance Comparison

Top governance performers in AS based on the corruption composite ranking (weighted: 60% corruption control, 25% rule of law, 15% government effectiveness).

CountryScore
🇸🇬Singapore94.7
🇭🇰Hong Kong86.6
🇯🇵Japan83.7
🇦🇪United Arab Emirates77.1
🇧🇳Brunei76.1
🇮🇩Indonesia32.6

Common Questions About Indonesia's Political Stability

What is Indonesia's political stability score?+
Indonesia has a composite political stability score of 38.6 out of 100, placing it in the "Weak" category. This score is the average of six World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators for 2023: Voice & Accountability, Political Stability, Government Effectiveness, Regulatory Quality, Rule of Law, and Control of Corruption.
What do the World Bank governance indicators measure?+
The six indicators come from the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators (WGI) project. Each measures a different dimension of governance on a 0-100 percentile scale. Voice & Accountability captures perceptions of citizen participation and media freedom. Political Stability measures the likelihood of political instability or violence. Government Effectiveness assesses the quality of public services and policy implementation. Regulatory Quality evaluates the government's ability to formulate sound policies. Rule of Law captures confidence in contract enforcement, property rights, and courts. Control of Corruption measures the extent to which public power is exercised for private gain.
How does Indonesia's stability affect travel safety?+
Governance indicators provide context beyond traditional travel advisories. Indonesia's strongest area is Government Effectiveness (58/100) and its weakest is Political Stability (18/100). Weak governance indicators suggest travelers should prepare for limited institutional support and exercise heightened caution.
How does Indonesia compare to other countries in AS?+
Within AS, Indonesia ranks among 6 peer countries with available governance data. Its composite score of 38.6/100 places it in the lower half of the regional ranking.
When was this data last updated?+
The governance data on this page is from the World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators 2023 dataset. The WGI project publishes annual updates covering over 200 countries. This page is refreshed every six hours to incorporate any new data from our sources.

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