Governance factors (G)

Economic environment, government effectiveness, regulatory quality, institutional strength, human rights, gender equality, transparency, governance criteria, bribery and corruption policies, strategic sustainability.
  • Civil liberties are respected in Estonia.

  • Estonia offers a highly predictable and stable policy environment.

  • Estonia is recognised for its good governance and strong, well-developed and transparent institutions.

  • Extensive e-government solutions enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the public sector, and Estonia is among global leaders in economic freedoms, social liberties, and control of corruption.

Worldwide Governance Indicators

Estonia leads most World Governance Indicators against regional and rating peers, with the Regulatory Quality indicator among the highest in the world.

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Corruption Perceptions Index

Index ranks countries by their perceived levels of public sector corruption. Estonia ranks 12th out of 180 countries. 

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Global Innovation Index

Index ranks world economies according to their innovation capabilities. Estonia ranks 16th among the 139 economies.

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Freedom in the World Report

Freedom in the World Report is tracking political rights and civil liberties worldwide. Estonia’s democratic institutions are generally strong, and political rights and civil liberties are widely respected. Estonia scores 96 out of 100 in 2025.

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Last updated: 05.12.2025

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