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🇨🇭Switzerland Political Stability: 88.7/100

Switzerland scores 88.7 out of 100 on the Political Stability Index, rated "Very Stable" based on World Bank 2023 Worldwide Governance Indicators across six governance dimensions.

Very Stable
Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

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

Governance Indicators

Government Effectiveness97/100
Control of Corruption95/100
Voice & Accountability94/100
Rule of Law90/100
Regulatory Quality87/100
Political Stability70/100

Governance Profile: Switzerland

World Bank governance: rule of law 90th percentile, corruption control 95th percentile, political stability 70th percentile.

Switzerland's strongest governance dimension is Government Effectiveness at 97/100, placing it in the top quartile globally. This points to comparatively high-quality public services and credible policy implementation.

The weakest dimension is Political Stability at 70/100. Political instability concerns may affect the overall security environment and long-term predictability.

A notable 27-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.

For travelers, Switzerland's strong governance indicators translate to reliable public services, transparent regulations, and effective rule of law. Visitors can expect well-maintained infrastructure, responsive emergency services, and clear legal protections.

The U.S. State Department currently rates Switzerland as Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions). This aligns with a governance profile that, while not without challenges, provides a baseline of institutional functioning.

EU Governance Comparison

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

CountryScore
🇩🇰Denmark96.6
🇫🇮Finland95.2
🇳🇴Norway93.9
🇨🇭Switzerland93.8
🇱🇺Luxembourg92.9

Common Questions About Switzerland's Political Stability

What is Switzerland's political stability score?+
Switzerland has a composite political stability score of 88.7 out of 100, placing it in the "Very Stable" 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 Switzerland's stability affect travel safety?+
Governance indicators provide context beyond traditional travel advisories. Switzerland's strongest area is Government Effectiveness (97/100) and its weakest is Political Stability (70/100). Strong governance generally correlates with reliable infrastructure, transparent regulations, and effective emergency services.
How does Switzerland compare to other countries in EU?+
Within EU, Switzerland ranks among 5 peer countries with available governance data. Its composite score of 88.7/100 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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