📈 Sri Lanka Jumps 14 Places in Global Corruption Index

Sri Lanka has recorded a significant improvement in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), signaling a positive shift in public sector integrity and governance. • Overall Performance 2025 Score: 35/100 (Up from 32 in 2024). Global Rank: 107th out of 180 countries (Improved by 14 places from 121st). Status: Remains below the global average score of 43, despite the 3-point increase. • Sectoral Insights The rise reflects improved perceptions among experts and business leaders regarding the integrity of the public sector. Key assessment areas include the effectiveness of prosecution, strength of legal frameworks, and whistleblower protections. Economic stability and governance reforms, particularly in tax exemptions and asset declaration systems, remain critical to maintaining this trajectory. • Global Context Top Performers: Denmark (89), Finland (88), and Singapore (84). Bottom Performers: South Sudan (9) and Somalia (9). Historical Note: Sri Lanka’s 2025 score of 35 is an improvement from its "worst-ever" rank in 2024 but remains below its 10-year high of 40 (recorded in 2012).