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C O U N T R Y P R O F I L E S
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Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.9
8.2
7.5
8.0
8.0
5.1
2.7
3.1
4.5
8.3
4.2
4.4
6.5
6.9
6.2
9.6
9.0
9.5
9.7
10.0
8.2
9.0
7.5
10.0
6.4
6.9
7.1
6.9
6.7
5.3
6.7
4.5
4.7
8.8
8.9
10.0
7.5
6.7
5.0
10.0
5.0
9.2
10.0
9.6
8.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.6
10.0
10.0
5.0
5.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
6.3
0.0
10.0
10.0
5.0
34/16257/162
7.57
7.607.54
RANKING 48/162EASTERN EUROPEALBANIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
53
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.50 7.59 7.55 7.50 7.44 7.39 7.62 7.56 7.57
30
50
70
90
4946
4953 54 53
47 49 48
ALBANIA | EASTERN EUROPE
7.507.227.784.95.75.14.19.08.810.08.310.010.010.010.09.2
-9.78.7------
7.710.010.04.76.0
---
7.5-
5.010.0
-
7.597.317.864.95.75.14.19.18.910.08.310.010.010.010.09.8
-10.09.6
------
7.710.010.04.76.0
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7.5-
5.010.0
-
7.557.357.764.95.75.14.18.98.310.08.310.010.010.010.09.4
-9.98.9
------
7.610.010.04.75.8
---
7.5-
5.010.0
-
7.507.247.764.95.75.14.18.88.1
10.08.36.710.05.05.09.18.810.08.79.010.010.08.87.58.88.610.010.04.75.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.447.207.674.55.04.93.68.77.8
10.08.36.710.05.05.09.38.810.09.29.010.010.08.87.58.88.710.010.05.05.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.397.277.514.55.04.93.68.68.310.07.56.710.05.05.09.18.89.78.99.610.010.08.87.58.88.710.010.05.05.810.010.010.08.3
-10.010.05.0
7.627.487.755.05.65.04.38.68.49.97.56.75.010.05.09.910.09.79.910.010.010.010.010.010.08.710.010.05.05.810.010.010.08.3
-10.010.05.0
7.567.537.595.26.14.84.68.99.1
10.07.56.75.010.05.09.210.09.28.510.010.010.010.010.010.08.610.010.05.05.510.010.010.06.30.010.010.05.0
7.577.547.605.36.74.54.78.88.910.07.56.75.010.05.09.210.09.68.010.010.010.010.010.010.08.610.010.05.05.310.010.010.06.30.010.010.05.0
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Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
3.6
2.2
7.8
0.0
4.5
4.7
4.2
4.3
4.7
4.2
5.0
4.5
6.6
6.1
6.7
7.3
7.0
8.3
8.7
5.0
4.1
6.9
2.5
5.6
1.6
5.3
5.1
5.0
5.7
3.8
-
-
-
8.0
9.5
8.8
5.8
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
4.9
5.0
6.9
3.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
7.4
10.0
10.0
2.7
4.0
10.0
7.5
7.5
0.8
-
2.5
0.0
0.0
159/162147/162
5.14
5.284.99
RANKING 155/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICAALGERIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
55
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.15 5.16 5.14 5.21 5.1 5.09 5.19 5.08 5.140
90
114
138
162
138 139
151147 146
151 152 152155
ALGERIA | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
5.155.165.154.5
---
7.99.67.56.75.05.05.05.04.41.37.84.04.45.05.04.24.23.86.710.010.02.74.310.03.36.70.0
-0.00.0
-
5.165.185.144.5
---
7.99.77.46.75.05.05.05.04.41.37.94.04.45.05.04.24.23.86.610.010.02.73.810.03.36.70.0
-0.00.0
-
5.145.075.214.5
---
8.29.78.16.75.05.05.05.04.41.37.84.14.45.05.04.24.23.86.710.010.02.74.310.03.36.70.0
-0.00.0
-
5.215.065.364.5
---
8.29.77.47.53.35.05.00.04.93.87.43.73.85.02.53.83.83.87.4
10.010.02.74.310.07.57.52.5
-5.00.0
-
5.104.955.244.0
---
8.19.47.47.53.35.05.00.05.03.87.63.73.85.02.53.83.83.87.5
10.010.03.04.310.07.57.52.5
-5.00.0
-
5.095.045.154.0
---
7.69.57.55.85.05.05.05.05.23.87.64.23.85.02.53.83.83.87.5
10.010.03.34.510.07.57.50.8
-2.50.00.0
5.195.015.384.0
---
8.09.48.75.85.05.05.05.05.55.07.54.25.05.05.05.05.05.07.4
10.09.73.04.310.07.57.50.8
-2.50.00.0
5.084.835.343.9
---
8.09.58.85.85.05.05.05.05.35.06.94.15.05.05.05.05.05.07.4
10.010.02.74.310.07.57.50.8
-2.50.00.0
5.144.995.283.8
---
8.09.58.85.85.05.05.05.04.95.06.93.05.05.05.05.05.05.07.4
10.010.02.74.010.07.57.50.8
-2.50.00.0
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Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
6.5
7.6
8.9
0.0
9.5
3.0
1.8
2.0
2.5
3.3
4.2
2.3
5.5
3.0
4.3
5.6
9.4
5.0
3.1
5.0
5.3
7.0
2.0
10.0
2.0
5.5
7.1
4.6
4.9
3.5
-
-
-
8.3
8.1
8.5
8.3
5.0
0.0
5.0
10.0
8.8
10.0
8.9
7.5
4.0
2.5
2.5
2.5
5.0
7.5
6.5
10.0
10.0
2.7
2.5
7.5
5.0
7.5
7.5
10.0
10.0
0.0
10.0
155/162117/162
5.64
6.115.17
RANKING 142/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAANGOLA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
57
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
4.82 5.21 5.24 5.35 5.83 5.99 5.62 5.79 5.64
90
114
138
162
141138
147144
133 133
141137
142
ANGOLA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
4.824.415.243.8
---
8.18.38.57.53.30.00.010.06.94.28.77.92.02.52.51.32.51.37.9
10.010.04.04.510.06.710.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.215.145.273.8
---
8.18.38.47.53.30.00.010.07.44.29.58.42.02.52.51.32.51.37.8
10.010.04.04.310.06.710.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.245.305.183.8
---
8.48.39.57.53.30.00.010.06.84.28.87.52.02.52.51.32.51.36.61.4
10.04.03.810.06.710.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.355.165.553.8
---
8.48.38.58.33.35.00.05.07.05.08.57.53.02.52.52.52.55.06.710.010.03.73.37.55.07.55.0
-10.00.0
-
5.835.286.387.3---
8.38.18.58.33.35.00.05.06.85.08.27.33.02.52.52.52.55.06.710.010.03.73.07.55.07.55.0
-10.00.0
-
5.995.256.747.3---
8.38.18.58.35.05.00.010.06.85.08.37.03.32.52.52.52.55.06.610.010.03.72.87.55.07.56.7-
10.00.010.0
5.625.136.113.4
---
8.38.18.58.35.00.05.010.09.510.09.68.84.02.52.52.55.07.56.610.010.03.72.57.55.07.56.7-
10.00.010.0
5.795.446.133.5
---
8.38.18.58.35.00.05.010.08.810.08.87.54.02.52.52.55.07.56.510.010.03.32.57.55.07.57.5
10.010.00.010.0
5.645.176.113.5
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8.38.18.58.35.00.05.010.08.810.08.97.54.02.52.52.55.07.56.510.010.02.72.57.55.07.57.5
10.010.00.010.0
58
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.3
5.3
6.0
6.0
4.0
3.9
3.7
2.9
4.3
7.5
3.3
3.6
6.9
3.4
4.1
5.6
5.2
5.2
2.0
10.0
4.0
6.4
4.8
0.0
4.7
5.4
5.4
5.2
5.5
5.7
7.1
5.8
4.3
9.0
7.6
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.8
7.5
9.0
6.9
7.5
7.5
10.0
5.0
7.5
7.5
8.7
10.0
10.0
5.7
5.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
160/16242/162
6.47
8.104.84
RANKING 107/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANARGENTINA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
59
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.04 7 6.89 6.86 6.57 6.57 6.21 6.5 6.47
60
85
110
135
69 70
8487
102106
124
107 107
ARGENTINA | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
7.045.888.195.36.35.44.38.87.09.510.010.010.010.010.08.910.09.47.19.1
10.010.08.38.88.38.610.010.05.74.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.005.828.185.36.35.44.38.87.09.510.010.010.010.010.08.710.09.46.79.1
10.010.08.38.88.38.610.010.05.74.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.895.598.185.36.35.44.38.87.09.510.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.09.67.89.1
10.010.08.38.88.38.37.6
10.06.04.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.865.588.135.36.35.44.38.87.09.510.010.010.010.010.08.810.09.47.18.510.010.07.55.010.08.610.010.06.04.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.575.048.105.26.65.43.78.87.09.510.010.010.010.010.08.710.09.17.18.510.010.07.55.010.08.610.010.05.74.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.574.888.265.26.65.43.78.87.09.510.010.010.010.010.08.910.09.37.3
10.010.010.07.55.010.08.610.010.05.34.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.214.497.925.36.55.53.98.87.09.510.010.010.010.010.07.97.59.07.07.57.5
10.05.07.57.58.610.010.05.05.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.504.988.035.56.75.74.39.07.49.510.010.010.010.010.07.97.58.97.27.57.5
10.05.07.57.58.610.010.05.35.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
6.474.848.105.77.15.84.39.07.69.510.010.010.010.010.07.87.59.06.97.57.5
10.05.07.57.58.710.010.05.75.510.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
.00 0
60
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.0
7.3
7.7
8.0
5.0
5.8
3.9
4.2
5.7
5.8
5.0
5.2
9.8
5.7
7.0
9.5
9.1
9.3
9.7
10.0
8.1
8.5
7.2
10.0
6.8
7.4
9.1
6.2
6.8
5.0
-
-
-
8.8
8.8
9.3
8.3
6.7
5.0
5.0
10.0
6.2
5.0
8.6
5.1
6.5
7.5
7.5
5.0
5.0
7.5
7.2
10.0
10.0
3.3
4.3
7.5
7.5
7.5
8.0
7.0
10.0
10.0
5.0
29/16284/162
7.24
6.917.57
RANKING 57/162CAUCASUS & CENTRAL ASIAARMENIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
61
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.46 7.48 7.49 7.56 7.56 7.40 7.31 7.23 7.24
30
50
70
90
52 52 51 51 50 5256
63
57
ARMENIA | CAUCASUS & CENTRAL ASIA
7.467.597.324.9
---
9.68.710.010.06.75.05.010.07.4-
8.46.3
------
5.710.06.63.03.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.487.557.414.9
---
9.48.79.510.06.75.05.010.07.4-
8.86.1------
6.710.010.03.03.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.497.567.424.9
---
9.69.29.510.06.75.05.010.07.0-
8.16.0
------
6.810.010.03.33.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.567.717.414.9
---
9.29.09.59.26.75.05.010.06.35.08.35.77.85.07.5
10.06.310.08.1
10.010.03.04.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.567.757.374.6
---
9.39.19.59.26.75.05.010.06.35.08.45.47.85.07.5
10.06.310.08.310.010.03.74.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.407.697.104.6
---
9.09.19.58.36.75.05.010.06.35.07.95.87.55.07.5
10.06.310.08.310.010.03.74.310.010.010.08.3
-10.010.05.0
7.317.706.924.6
---
8.99.09.58.36.75.05.010.06.55.08.46.06.57.57.55.05.07.57.2
10.010.03.74.57.57.57.58.3
-10.010.05.0
7.237.596.874.7---
8.99.09.58.36.75.05.010.06.45.08.65.66.57.57.55.05.07.57.2
10.010.03.34.37.57.57.58.07.010.010.05.0
7.247.576.915.0
---
8.88.89.38.36.75.05.010.06.25.08.65.16.57.57.55.05.07.57.2
10.010.03.34.37.57.57.58.07.010.010.05.0
62
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.5
4.5
6.7
10.0
5.0
7.9
8.8
5.6
8.0
10.0
9.2
6.0
8.2
8.7
6.8
9.5
8.6
9.5
9.7
10.0
7.5
8.8
7.4
10.0
3.9
8.5
9.6
7.7
8.1
7.8
8.4
7.5
7.4
9.9
9.6
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.1
10.0
8.3
8.9
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.4
10.0
10.0
8.0
7.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10/16211/162
8.58
9.187.98
RANKING 4/162OCEANIAAUSTRALIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
63
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.69 8.63 8.64 8.60 8.56 8.54 8.67 8.61 8.58
1
20
40
60
4 5 5 6 7 85 5 4
AUSTRALIA | OCEANIA
8.698.089.297.88.87.27.29.89.510.09.810.010.010.010.09.610.09.09.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.07.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.637.979.297.88.87.27.29.89.510.09.810.010.010.010.09.610.09.29.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.07.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.648.029.277.88.87.27.29.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.09.210.08.98.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.608.019.187.88.87.27.29.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.09.1
10.08.98.59.310.010.010.08.87.59.510.010.08.77.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.567.969.167.78.57.37.39.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.09.1
10.08.98.59.310.010.010.08.87.59.510.010.08.77.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.547.929.177.78.57.37.39.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.09.38.49.210.010.010.08.87.59.410.010.08.37.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.678.029.327.98.67.47.79.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.08.89.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.37.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.618.009.217.98.57.77.59.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.08.78.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.07.5
10.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.587.989.187.88.47.57.49.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.08.38.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.07.8
10.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
64
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.1
3.7
3.1
10.0
3.5
7.9
7.7
5.5
8.1
10.0
10.0
6.2
8.1
8.5
7.2
9.4
8.0
9.9
9.8
10.0
8.1
8.3
8.3
10.0
5.9
7.4
9.1
5.6
7.4
8.2
9.0
7.9
7.7
9.9
9.7
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.9
10.0
8.1
5.6
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
10.0
10.0
7.3
8.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
27/1628/162
8.41
9.257.58
RANKING 16/162WESTERN EUROPEAUSTRIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
65
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.36 8.35 8.32 8.41 8.44 8.48 8.53 8.51 8.41
1
20
40
60
15 1417
13 12 11 10 1216
AUSTRIA | WESTERN EUROPE
8.367.709.037.78.17.47.59.99.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.08.410.08.86.48.710.010.010.05.08.39.310.010.07.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.357.669.037.78.17.47.59.89.89.99.810.010.010.010.08.510.08.76.68.710.010.010.05.08.39.310.010.07.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.327.629.027.78.17.47.59.99.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.08.310.08.86.38.710.010.010.05.08.39.310.010.07.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.417.659.187.78.17.47.59.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.08.610.08.77.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.447.629.278.29.17.58.19.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.08.210.08.46.210.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.487.639.328.29.17.58.19.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.510.09.26.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.537.689.388.59.37.98.29.99.810.010.010.010.010.010.08.510.08.86.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.517.649.388.69.48.08.39.99.810.010.010.010.010.010.08.210.08.26.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.37.8
10.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
8.417.589.258.29.07.97.79.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.07.9
10.08.15.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.38.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
66
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
5.2
6.3
7.9
0.0
6.5
5.7
5.7
5.9
6.3
5.0
5.8
7.3
9.8
6.2
7.3
7.5
9.2
6.6
9.2
5.0
7.2
8.0
6.8
10.0
4.1
6.9
7.5
6.1
7.1
4.3
-
-
-
8.7
9.1
8.5
8.3
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.5
2.5
8.4
5.5
3.0
2.5
5.0
2.5
2.5
2.5
4.7
10.0
4.9
0.3
0.3
10.0
0.0
7.5
6.3
0.0
10.0
10.0
5.0
106/162131/162
6.08
5.686.49
RANKING 130/162CAUCASUS & CENTRAL ASIAAZERBAIJAN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
67
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
6.37 6.18 6.31 6.12 6.16 6.09 6.11 5.97 6.08
90
114
138
162
107114
119124 123
129 129 131 130
AZERBAIJAN | CAUCASUS & CENTRAL ASIA
6.376.156.594.3
---
9.49.19.210.06.75.05.010.06.53.88.77.04.52.52.55.43.88.36.410.04.31.72.310.06.710.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.186.066.294.3
---
9.59.19.510.05.00.05.010.06.53.88.47.54.52.52.55.43.88.34.80.03.31.72.010.06.710.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.315.976.654.3
---
9.59.19.510.06.75.05.010.06.23.88.46.54.52.52.55.43.88.37.010.08.91.32.310.06.710.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.126.156.094.3
---
8.79.19.57.55.05.05.05.05.32.57.26.33.02.55.02.52.52.55.00.08.91.32.07.57.57.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.166.326.004.0
---
8.69.19.37.55.05.05.05.05.32.57.85.63.02.55.02.52.52.55.1
10.00.31.01.87.57.57.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.096.205.974.0
---
9.09.19.58.35.05.05.05.05.42.57.76.13.32.55.02.52.52.55.210.01.50.71.57.57.57.58.3
-10.010.05.0
6.116.405.824.2
---
8.89.09.28.35.05.05.05.05.12.57.35.63.02.55.02.52.52.54.210.00.60.31.0
10.00.07.58.3
-10.010.05.0
5.976.385.554.3
---
8.89.19.08.35.05.05.05.05.72.58.66.03.02.55.02.52.52.52.90.01.70.30.510.00.07.56.30.010.010.05.0
6.086.495.684.3
---
8.79.18.58.35.05.05.05.05.52.58.45.53.02.55.02.52.52.54.7
10.04.90.30.310.00.07.56.30.010.010.05.0
68
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
8.3
7.1
9.0
7.0
10.0
6.7
-
6.7
-
10.0
6.7
4.7
6.1
-
-
6.9
8.7
9.0
9.9
0.0
6.7
3.3
8.1
10.0
5.4
8.2
8.6
8.4
7.5
6.4
6.9
6.0
6.3
5.0
0.0
10.0
-
10.0
10.0
10.0
-
7.9
-
9.4
6.4
-
-
-
-
-
-
8.9
10.0
10.0
8.3
7.3
-
-
-
10.0
-
10.0
10.0
-
49/16264/162
7.40
7.457.34
RANKING 50/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANBAHAMAS
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
69
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.86 7.75 7.64 7.63 7.58 7.37 7.37 7.43 7.40
30
50
70
90
4045 47 49 48
54 5552 50
BAHAMAS | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
7.867.588.156.4
---
7.21.6
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.8
-9.97.6------
9.110.010.09.07.5---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.757.498.006.4
---
6.70.210.010.010.010.010.010.08.6
-9.87.4------
9.110.010.09.07.5---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.647.387.896.4
---
6.70.010.010.010.010.010.010.07.8-
9.46.2
------
9.110.010.09.07.5---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.637.327.946.4
---
6.70.010.010.010.010.010.010.08.2
-9.76.8
------
9.110.010.09.07.5---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.587.317.856.1---
6.70.010.010.010.010.010.010.08.1-
9.76.5
------
9.210.010.09.07.8---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.377.337.426.1---
4.90.09.7-
10.010.010.0
-8.3
-9.76.9
------
9.110.010.08.77.8---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.377.327.426.1---
5.00.010.0
-10.010.010.0
-8.1-
9.66.7------
9.010.010.08.37.8---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.437.357.506.66.96.26.85.00.010.0
-10.010.010.0
-7.8-
9.46.3
------
9.010.010.08.37.5---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.407.347.456.46.96.06.35.00.010.0
-10.010.010.0
-7.9-
9.46.4
------
8.910.010.08.37.3---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
70
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
8.3
3.7
9.6
10.0
10.0
5.3
6.8
6.2
7.4
5.0
7.5
4.8
8.9
7.8
7.3
9.4
10.0
8.2
9.4
10.0
7.4
8.5
6.3
10.0
4.8
7.4
7.6
6.6
8.0
5.9
-
-
-
8.0
9.8
8.4
5.8
6.7
10.0
5.0
5.0
7.5
10.0
8.4
4.0
5.0
5.0
0.0
0.0
10.0
10.0
4.1
10.0
0.0
0.7
0.8
7.5
7.5
2.5
3.3
-
0.0
10.0
0.0
30/162114/162
6.85
6.147.56
RANKING 75/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICABAHRAIN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
71
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.1 7.02 6.9 6.8 6.59 6.54 6.67 6.74 6.85
60
85
110
135
67 69
83
91
99
109
94
85
75
BAHRAIN | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
7.107.426.786.1---
8.69.89.46.78.310.010.05.05.92.99.35.65.35.05.04.27.15.46.510.010.02.03.310.06.73.35.0
-0.010.0
-
7.027.296.756.1---
8.69.69.56.78.310.010.05.05.72.98.75.65.35.05.04.27.15.46.510.010.02.03.310.06.73.35.0
-0.010.0
-
6.907.476.326.1---
8.39.68.56.76.710.05.05.05.32.98.05.15.35.05.04.27.15.45.010.00.01.73.310.06.73.35.0
-0.010.0
-
6.807.496.106.1---
7.49.86.55.86.75.010.05.06.57.57.44.75.85.02.56.37.57.53.40.02.20.71.3
10.07.52.55.0
-0.010.0
-
6.597.335.855.6
---
7.09.95.25.86.75.010.05.06.27.57.04.15.85.02.56.37.57.53.40.02.30.70.810.07.52.55.0
-0.010.0
-
6.547.335.745.6
---
6.99.85.25.86.75.010.05.06.57.57.44.55.05.02.56.37.57.54.510.00.00.70.810.07.52.53.3
-0.010.00.0
6.677.365.995.8
---
7.59.86.95.86.710.05.05.07.5
10.07.54.95.05.00.00.010.010.04.1
10.00.00.70.87.57.52.53.3
-0.010.00.0
6.747.376.126.0
---
7.79.87.65.86.710.05.05.07.8
10.08.35.05.05.00.00.010.010.04.1
10.00.00.70.87.57.52.53.3
-0.010.00.0
6.857.566.145.9
---
8.09.88.45.86.710.05.05.07.5
10.08.44.05.05.00.00.010.010.04.1
10.00.00.70.87.57.52.53.3
-0.010.00.0
0 0 0
72
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
8.5
9.5
9.7
7.0
8.0
3.2
3.9
3.4
5.1
4.2
3.3
0.9
3.1
3.8
4.7
7.0
9.5
9.5
8.9
0.0
6.0
6.5
3.2
10.0
4.4
6.7
7.9
7.2
5.0
3.1
2.3
3.7
3.4
7.6
9.0
7.9
5.8
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.9
7.5
6.1
4.2
7.0
5.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.0
10.0
9.9
3.7
3.3
7.5
7.5
7.5
1.3
0.0
0.0
5.0
0.0
120/162146/162
5.80
5.306.30
RANKING 138/162SOUTH ASIABANGLADESH
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
73
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.8 5.85.92 5.94 5.98 5.86 5.83 5.9 5.81
90
114
138
162
123120
128 130 132137
134 136 138
BANGLADESH | SOUTH ASIA
5.806.075.533.53.43.23.87.88.98.06.76.710.05.05.06.15.87.54.96.17.57.54.27.14.28.1
10.09.93.33.310.010.010.00.0
-0.00.0
-
5.926.305.533.53.43.23.87.88.98.06.76.75.010.05.05.95.86.94.96.17.57.54.27.14.28.410.010.04.04.510.010.010.00.0
-0.00.0
-
5.946.355.543.53.43.23.87.99.08.06.76.710.05.05.05.85.86.15.56.17.57.54.27.14.28.410.09.94.34.810.010.010.00.0
-0.00.0
-
5.986.345.623.53.43.23.88.29.08.07.56.75.010.05.05.95.07.05.86.37.55.07.55.06.38.210.010.05.04.87.5
10.010.00.0
-0.00.0
-
5.866.245.483.02.63.62.98.18.98.07.56.75.010.05.06.05.07.06.16.37.55.07.55.06.37.98.1
10.05.04.57.5
10.010.00.0
-0.00.0
-
5.836.375.293.02.63.62.97.68.98.05.86.75.010.05.05.55.06.15.36.37.55.07.55.06.38.09.49.95.04.37.5
10.010.00.0
-0.00.00.0
5.906.305.493.32.93.93.37.68.98.05.85.05.05.05.06.97.57.26.17.05.07.57.57.57.57.18.19.84.74.57.57.57.51.7-
0.05.00.0
5.816.335.293.12.03.93.37.59.07.85.85.05.05.05.06.67.57.1
5.07.05.07.57.57.57.56.56.39.74.03.37.57.57.51.30.00.05.00.0
5.806.305.303.12.33.73.47.69.07.95.85.05.05.05.05.97.56.14.27.05.07.57.57.57.57.010.09.93.73.37.57.57.51.30.00.05.00.0
0 00
74
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.4
7.6
6.0
6.0
6.0
5.8
6.4
4.1
6.5
9.8
-
3.8
6.2
7.5
4.9
6.4
6.4
9.2
10.0
0.0
7.1
7.3
5.7
10.0
5.4
6.5
6.3
7.1
6.1
6.7
7.7
6.5
5.9
7.8
5.6
10.0
-
10.0
10.0
10.0
-
8.5
-
9.4
7.5
-
-
-
-
-
-
9.1
10.0
10.0
9.0
7.5
-
-
-
5.0
-
10.0
0.0
-
111/16254/162
7.07
7.716.43
RANKING 67/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANBARBADOS
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
75
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145 7.18 7.37 7.33 7.33 7.35 7.29 7.26 7.16 7.07
6
7
8 30
50
70
90
65
55 57 57 56 5760
6467
BARBADOS | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
7.186.228.146.9
---
8.96.710.010.010.010.010.0
-9.3
-9.98.8
------
9.110.010.09.07.5---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
7.376.568.186.9
---
9.17.3
10.010.010.010.010.0
-9.3
-9.78.9
------
9.110.010.09.07.5---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
7.336.638.036.9
---
8.55.610.010.010.010.010.0
-9.2
-9.68.9
------
9.110.010.09.07.5---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
7.336.638.036.9
---
8.76.210.010.010.010.010.0
-8.8
-9.48.2
------
9.110.010.09.07.5---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
7.356.678.046.7---
9.06.910.010.010.010.010.0
-8.8
-9.48.2
------
9.210.010.09.07.8---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
7.296.687.906.7---
8.36.610.0
-10.010.010.0
-9.0
-9.68.5
------
9.210.010.09.07.8---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
7.266.637.886.7---
8.26.510.0
-10.010.010.0
-8.9
-9.38.5
------
9.210.010.09.07.8---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
7.166.507.827.08.06.86.17.85.610.0
-10.010.010.0
-8.8
-9.48.2
------
9.210.010.09.07.8---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
7.076.437.716.77.76.55.97.85.610.0
-10.010.010.0
-8.5
-9.47.5------
9.110.010.09.07.5---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
76
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.8
5.1
4.5
10.0
7.5
5.5
-
4.2
-
5.0
5.8
7.0
9.9
-
-
5.3
8.7
0.0
7.6
5.0
7.2
7.7
9.7
10.0
1.3
6.4
3.9
7.2
8.1
5.1
4.5
5.9
5.0
9.2
8.6
9.0
10.0
3.3
0.0
0.0
10.0
5.2
2.5
8.5
4.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
5.8
10.0
10.0
0.7
2.5
7.5
5.0
5.0
8.0
7.0
10.0
10.0
5.0
123/162120/162
6.14
6.066.23
RANKING 128/162EASTERN EUROPEBELARUS
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
77
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Organizations
Est. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.14
60
94
128
162
128
BELARUS | EASTERN EUROPE
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6.14
6.23
6.06
5.1
4.5
5.9
5.0
9.2
8.6
9.0
10.0
3.3
0.0
0.0
10.0
5.2
2.5
8.5
4.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
5.8
10.0
10.0
0.7
2.5
7.5
5.0
5.0
8.0
7.0
10.0
10.0
5.0
78
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
3.9
2.5
2.0
10.0
1.0
7.1
7.7
5.4
7.9
10.0
8.3
5.6
4.8
7.7
6.3
9.4
8.1
9.8
9.6
10.0
8.2
8.3
8.1
10.0
6.5
8.1
9.6
7.3
7.4
7.8
8.7
7.3
7.2
9.3
9.2
8.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.1
10.0
8.3
6.1
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.8
10.0
10.0
9.0
9.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
52/16219/162
8.15
8.997.32
RANKING 27/162WESTERN EUROPEBELGIUM
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
79
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.18 8.2 8.24 8.23 8.19 8.21 8.35 8.31 8.15
1
20
40
60
2722 22 21 23 22
1721
27
BELGIUM | WESTERN EUROPE
8.187.309.067.58.46.87.29.79.210.09.810.010.010.010.08.310.08.86.09.7
10.010.010.010.08.39.7
10.010.09.09.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.207.289.117.58.46.87.29.79.310.09.810.010.010.010.08.710.09.07.19.7
10.010.010.010.08.39.7
10.010.09.09.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
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8.247.399.107.58.46.87.29.79.310.09.810.010.010.010.08.610.08.77.09.7
10.010.010.010.08.39.7
10.010.09.09.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
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8.237.389.077.58.46.87.29.79.210.09.810.010.010.010.08.210.08.76.09.810.010.010.010.08.89.810.010.09.39.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
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8.197.359.037.48.56.96.79.79.310.09.810.010.010.010.08.210.08.36.39.810.010.010.010.08.89.810.010.09.39.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
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8.217.379.047.48.56.96.79.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.08.310.08.86.09.610.010.010.010.08.89.810.010.09.39.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.357.599.107.58.57.26.79.79.310.010.010.010.010.010.08.210.08.76.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.39.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.317.439.198.19.17.67.69.79.210.010.010.010.010.010.08.310.08.36.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.39.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.157.328.997.88.77.37.29.39.28.810.010.010.010.010.08.1
10.08.36.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.09.310.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
0
80
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.0
6.6
8.4
4.0
9.0
5.1
8.0
4.2
7.4
6.4
-
3.3
7.3
3.3
4.8
7.2
9.4
9.5
9.9
0.0
7.1
6.6
6.9
10.0
4.7
7.9
9.9
7.0
6.7
4.3
4.8
4.7
3.3
6.7
0.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
-
9.1
-
9.6
8.5
-
-
-
-
-
-
8.5
10.0
10.0
7.3
6.8
-
-
-
10.0
-
10.0
10.0
-
83/16266/162
7.15
7.436.86
RANKING 64/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANBELIZE
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
81
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.34 7.21 6.95 7.26 7.18 7.09 6.94 6.95 7.15
30
50
70
90
56
63
77
58 58
68
7673
64
BELIZE | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
7.347.327.355.0
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6.70.010.010.010.010.010.0
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8.810.010.07.38.0
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10.05.0
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7.217.077.365.0
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6.70.010.010.010.010.010.0
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10.05.0
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6.956.527.385.0
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6.70.010.010.010.010.010.0
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-9.98.9
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7.5-
10.05.0
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7.267.127.405.0
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6.70.010.010.010.010.010.0
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8.810.010.07.38.0
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7.5-
10.05.0
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7.187.137.234.6
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6.70.010.010.010.010.010.0
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9.98.2
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8.810.010.07.37.8---
7.5-
10.05.0
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7.097.037.144.6
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6.30.09.010.010.010.010.0
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9.98.2
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7.5-
10.05.0
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6.946.906.983.83.54.92.96.70.010.010.010.010.010.0
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7.5-
10.05.0
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6.956.817.094.04.24.73.26.70.010.010.010.010.010.0
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7.5-
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7.156.867.434.34.84.73.36.70.010.010.010.010.010.0
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9.68.5
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8.510.010.07.36.8
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10.010.0
-
82
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.2
7.5
9.8
4.0
3.5
3.8
3.4
4.1
5.0
6.3
-
1.1
6.6
5.5
5.0
7.0
9.4
8.8
9.8
0.0
6.0
6.8
4.7
10.0
2.6
6.9
8.5
5.9
6.1
4.1
-
-
-
8.0
7.5
9.5
7.1
6.7
5.0
10.0
5.0
9.4
10.0
8.6
9.6
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
10.0
9.0
10.0
10.0
5.7
7.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
-
10.0
10.0
10.0
134/16261/162
6.74
7.505.98
RANKING 90/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICABENIN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
83
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.49 6.49 6.41 6.59 6.42 6.91 6.75 6.68 6.74
60
85
110
135
103101
114
107112
79
9094
90
BENIN | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.495.996.994.5
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8.47.4
10.07.86.70.010.010.08.87.19.69.88.1
10.07.57.17.18.89.1
10.010.06.37.5
10.010.010.05.0
-0.010.0
-
6.496.106.874.5
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7.97.48.57.86.710.00.010.09.07.1
10.09.88.1
10.07.57.17.18.89.010.010.06.37.010.010.010.05.0
-0.010.0
-
6.416.056.784.5
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7.57.47.57.86.70.010.010.08.97.19.79.88.1
10.07.57.17.18.89.010.010.06.37.010.010.010.05.0
-0.010.0
-
6.596.007.174.5
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7.67.48.57.1
5.010.00.05.09.810.09.69.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.010.06.37.010.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.425.747.104.3
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7.67.48.57.1
5.010.00.05.09.7
10.09.39.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.010.06.37.010.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.916.447.384.3
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7.77.58.57.1
5.010.00.05.09.810.09.69.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.010.06.07.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.755.947.564.3
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8.07.59.57.16.75.010.05.09.7
10.09.99.39.510.010.010.07.5
10.08.910.010.05.37.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.685.787.584.3
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8.07.59.57.16.75.010.05.09.910.010.09.69.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.010.010.05.77.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.745.987.504.1---
8.07.59.57.16.75.010.05.09.410.08.69.69.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.010.010.05.77.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
84
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.5
4.4
9.9
7.0
8.5
6.9
6.2
5.3
6.7
9.2
-
7.4
6.9
8.0
7.5
6.7
8.7
9.1
9.1
0.0
6.3
6.5
7.4
10.0
1.4
7.7
7.8
8.7
6.7
5.9
-
-
-
8.8
9.5
9.5
7.5
5.0
5.0
0.0
10.0
7.3
-
9.4
5.1
-
-
-
-
-
-
7.3
10.0
10.0
4.0
5.0
-
-
-
3.8
0.0
10.0
0.0
5.0
73/16296/162
6.81
6.607.02
RANKING 83/162SOUTH ASIABHUTAN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
85
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.87 6.86 6.89 6.81
60
85
110
135
83 8276
83
BHUTAN | SOUTH ASIA
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6.876.936.825.5
---
8.68.79.57.56.70.010.010.07.5-
9.06.0
------
7.210.010.04.04.8
---
5.0-
10.00.05.0
6.866.996.725.7---
8.89.49.57.55.05.00.010.07.7-
8.96.4
------
7.210.010.04.04.8
---
5.0-
10.00.05.0
6.897.11
6.666.1---
8.89.49.57.55.05.00.010.07.6-
9.35.9
------
7.310.010.04.05.0
---
3.80.010.00.05.0
6.817.026.605.9
---
8.89.59.57.55.05.00.010.07.3-
9.45.1------
7.310.010.04.05.0
---
3.80.010.00.05.0
86
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.2
5.8
8.8
0.0
10.0
3.6
1.0
1.7
3.4
5.0
4.2
4.5
6.8
2.5
6.0
9.4
10.0
8.3
9.3
10.0
7.0
7.7
4.0
10.0
6.2
5.0
7.6
3.9
3.3
3.1
3.7
3.4
2.1
8.4
7.5
9.5
8.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.4
7.5
8.9
8.9
6.5
7.5
7.5
5.0
5.0
7.5
8.4
10.0
10.0
4.7
4.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
123/16273/162
6.72
7.216.23
RANKING 92/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANBOLIVIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
87
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.73 6.92 6.87 6.94 6.99 7.02 6.78 6.7 6.72
60
85
110
135
89
76
8579
7571
8692 92
BOLIVIA | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
6.736.097.373.74.43.82.88.56.59.010.010.010.010.010.08.37.19.78.07.5
10.05.07.17.18.37.40.010.06.35.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.926.307.543.74.43.82.88.56.69.010.010.010.010.010.08.57.19.88.87.5
10.05.07.17.18.38.810.010.06.35.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.876.357.383.74.43.82.88.04.99.010.010.010.010.010.08.67.19.78.97.5
10.05.07.17.18.38.610.010.05.74.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.946.317.563.74.43.82.88.05.19.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.09.89.09.510.010.08.88.810.07.20.1
10.05.74.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.996.387.603.34.23.42.38.15.29.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.09.98.89.510.010.08.88.810.08.510.010.05.34.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.026.407.653.34.23.42.38.16.49.58.310.010.010.010.09.510.09.88.710.010.010.08.88.810.08.510.010.05.34.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.786.217.343.85.13.72.58.16.49.58.310.010.010.010.08.77.59.69.16.57.57.55.05.07.58.610.010.05.34.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.706.057.353.54.63.52.48.47.59.58.310.010.010.010.08.67.58.99.56.57.57.55.05.07.58.510.010.05.04.810.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
6.726.237.213.13.73.42.18.47.59.58.310.010.010.010.08.47.58.98.96.57.57.55.05.07.58.410.010.04.74.310.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
0
88
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.4
5.6
5.4
4.0
6.5
4.1
3.1
2.4
3.6
5.1
-
3.8
7.8
4.4
5.2
8.3
8.8
9.7
9.7
5.0
7.8
8.6
7.2
10.0
5.4
7.4
9.6
7.4
5.3
5.5
6.3
5.0
5.1
8.9
9.5
9.0
8.3
6.7
5.0
5.0
10.0
8.5
10.0
8.4
7.1
9.5
10.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.7
10.0
10.0
6.3
4.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
98/16247/162
7.23
7.866.60
RANKING 59/162EASTERN EUROPEBOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
89
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.28 7.39 7.42 7.35 7.33 7.31 7.41 7.32 7.23
30
50
70
90
5754 53
56 57 55 53 5559
BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA | EASTERN EUROPE
7.286.568.006.17.05.06.29.69.39.410.06.710.00.010.08.2
-8.77.7------
7.910.010.07.04.5
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.396.568.236.17.05.06.29.69.29.510.08.35.010.010.08.3
-8.87.8------
7.810.010.07.04.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.426.638.206.17.05.06.29.69.49.410.08.310.05.010.08.1-
8.77.5------
7.810.010.07.04.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.356.707.996.17.05.06.29.19.49.58.36.710.00.010.07.87.58.27.78.810.010.06.37.5
10.08.810.010.07.04.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.336.797.875.76.94.95.49.09.39.58.36.710.00.010.07.67.58.07.48.810.010.06.37.5
10.08.810.010.07.04.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.316.618.015.76.94.95.49.19.59.58.36.710.00.010.07.77.58.17.4
10.010.010.06.37.5
10.08.710.010.06.74.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.416.788.045.66.75.25.19.19.49.58.36.75.05.010.08.810.08.48.09.510.07.5
10.010.010.08.710.010.06.74.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.326.638.005.86.95.05.69.09.49.48.36.75.05.010.08.810.08.38.19.510.07.5
10.010.010.08.710.010.06.74.310.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
7.236.607.865.56.35.05.18.99.59.08.36.75.05.010.08.510.08.47.19.510.07.5
10.010.010.08.710.010.06.34.310.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
90
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.7
3.6
7.2
7.0
9.0
6.0
5.3
5.4
6.8
8.3
5.8
3.1
7.8
6.1
5.6
9.1
8.8
8.2
9.2
10.0
7.7
5.9
7.5
10.0
7.3
7.8
8.9
7.5
6.9
5.6
5.3
6.1
5.5
7.2
4.0
10.0
7.5
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
9.0
-
9.8
8.2
-
-
-
-
-
-
7.8
10.0
10.0
6.0
5.3
-
-
-
4.3
7.0
5.0
0.0
5.0
44/16286/162
7.15
6.887.43
RANKING 64/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICABOTSWANA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
91
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.84 6.91 6.88 6.83 6.89 7.02 7.07 7.156.80
30
50
70
90
8085
8186 84
80
70 6964
BOTSWANA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.846.856.826.24.86.57.27.54.210.08.38.35.010.010.08.47.19.98.36.77.57.57.14.27.18.010.010.07.05.86.76.710.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.806.766.846.24.86.57.27.54.210.08.38.310.05.010.08.77.1
10.09.16.77.57.57.14.27.17.9
10.010.06.35.86.76.710.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.917.026.806.24.86.57.27.44.010.08.38.35.010.010.08.57.19.98.56.77.57.57.14.27.17.9
10.010.06.35.86.76.710.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.887.226.546.24.86.57.27.44.010.08.36.710.05.05.08.56.310.09.26.37.57.55.05.06.37.4
10.010.06.35.87.55.07.52.5
-5.00.0
-
6.837.256.415.74.76.16.47.44.010.08.36.710.05.05.08.46.39.59.46.37.57.55.05.06.37.4
10.010.06.35.87.55.07.52.5
-5.00.0
-
6.897.276.525.74.76.16.47.24.010.07.56.710.05.05.08.56.310.09.27.17.57.55.05.06.37.4
10.010.06.35.87.55.07.53.3
-5.00.05.0
7.027.246.805.64.56.16.17.24.010.07.58.310.010.05.09.5
-9.99.1------
7.810.010.06.05.3
---
3.3-
5.00.05.0
7.077.356.795.24.16.25.27.24.010.07.58.310.010.05.09.3
-10.08.5
------
7.810.010.06.05.3
---
4.37.05.00.05.0
7.157.436.885.65.36.15.57.24.010.07.58.310.010.05.09.0
-9.88.2
------
7.810.010.06.05.3
---
4.37.05.00.05.0
92
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.1
4.7
5.8
4.0
6.0
4.6
5.2
3.0
5.5
6.7
3.3
3.7
8.4
4.3
2.8
8.0
9.1
9.5
8.3
5.0
7.0
7.3
5.5
10.0
5.2
4.1
4.5
4.1
3.6
4.7
5.0
5.3
3.7
6.1
0.0
10.0
8.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.4
5.0
8.2
9.1
6.5
10.0
10.0
2.5
2.5
7.5
8.3
8.6
10.0
5.3
4.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
0.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
144/16294/162
6.21
6.675.75
RANKING 123/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANBRAZIL
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
93
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.01 7 7.11 7.04 6.83 6.73 6.44 6.23 6.21.00
60
94
128
162
70 70 68 69
84
97
114119
123
BRAZIL | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
7.016.317.725.56.15.54.96.80.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.08.89.18.310.010.05.87.18.88.710.010.05.06.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.006.247.755.56.15.54.97.00.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.08.99.48.310.010.05.87.18.88.69.510.05.35.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.116.467.775.56.15.54.97.11.2
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.08.69.48.310.010.05.87.18.88.69.510.05.35.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.046.457.635.56.15.54.96.20.39.09.210.010.010.010.09.410.08.79.59.510.010.08.88.810.08.27.010.05.75.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.836.247.424.75.55.13.76.10.09.09.210.010.010.010.09.510.08.99.59.510.010.08.88.810.08.27.5
10.05.74.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.736.057.404.75.55.13.75.80.09.08.310.010.010.010.09.410.08.69.510.010.010.08.88.810.08.38.010.05.74.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.445.936.964.75.05.33.76.10.010.08.310.010.010.010.07.75.08.69.56.510.010.02.52.57.58.48.510.05.74.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.235.756.704.85.25.33.96.10.010.08.310.010.010.010.07.75.08.89.46.510.010.02.52.57.58.06.1
10.05.74.510.010.010.07.50.010.010.010.0
6.215.756.674.75.05.33.76.10.010.08.310.010.010.010.07.45.08.29.16.510.010.02.52.57.58.38.610.05.34.510.010.010.07.50.010.010.010.0
94
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
5.0
0.0
-
-
10.0
5.4
5.2
3.5
5.7
8.3
8.3
4.2
4.8
6.6
7.2
8.8
9.5
5.8
9.9
10.0
7.1
9.3
3.8
10.0
5.2
8.4
9.1
8.7
7.5
6.2
-
-
-
6.6
9.8
10.0
0.0
7.5
10.0
5.0
-
0.0
0.0
-
-
1.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
2.5
2.5
4.6
10.0
10.0
0.7
3.8
2.5
2.5
2.5
1.7
0.0
0.0
5.0
-
77/162153/162
5.80
4.666.93
RANKING 138/162SOUTH ASIABRUNEI DARUSSALAM
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
95
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
6.72 6.79 6.83 6.35 5.78 5.69 5.80
70
94
118
142
95 93
84
120
137 138 138
BRUNEI DARUSSALAM | SOUTH ASIA
--------------------------------------
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6.727.076.386.6
---
8.79.910.06.36.75.05.010.0
----------
6.110.010.00.73.8
---
2.5-
0.05.0
-
6.796.926.666.6
---
8.79.910.06.38.35.010.010.0
----------
6.110.010.00.73.8
---
2.5-
0.05.0
-
6.837.076.596.4
---
8.69.610.06.38.35.010.010.0
----------
6.110.010.00.73.8
---
2.5-
0.05.0
-
6.356.755.946.4
---
6.69.810.00.07.55.010.0
-----------
6.110.010.00.73.8
---
2.5-
0.05.0
-
5.786.894.685.9
---
6.69.810.00.07.5
10.05.0
-0.00.0
--
1.00.00.00.02.52.54.610.010.00.73.82.52.52.52.5
-0.05.0
-
5.696.774.615.9
---
6.69.810.00.07.5
10.05.0
-0.00.0
--
1.00.00.00.02.52.54.610.010.00.73.82.52.52.51.70.00.05.0
-
5.806.934.666.2
---
6.69.810.00.07.5
10.05.0
-0.00.0
--
1.00.00.00.02.52.54.610.010.00.73.82.52.52.51.70.00.05.0
-
96
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.0
5.7
5.8
8.0
8.5
4.8
3.3
3.3
4.2
8.3
5.0
5.1
8.7
4.3
4.9
9.4
8.5
9.5
9.8
10.0
8.1
8.3
7.6
10.0
6.6
7.6
9.6
7.0
6.2
4.9
5.0
5.6
4.1
9.8
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.1
7.5
8.1
5.8
9.5
10.0
10.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
8.8
10.0
10.0
6.0
5.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
46/16241/162
7.78
8.167.41
RANKING 41/162EASTERN EUROPEBULGARIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
97
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.71 7.85 7.80 7.86 7.82 7.84 7.85 7.82 7.78
30
50
70
90
4440 42 41 42 41 42 41 41
BULGARIA | EASTERN EUROPE
7.717.17
8.245.36.35.73.99.79.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.010.08.25.79.410.010.07.1
10.010.07.50.010.06.36.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.857.298.415.36.35.73.99.79.210.010.010.010.010.010.08.1
10.08.25.99.410.010.07.1
10.010.09.010.010.06.36.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.807.308.305.36.35.73.99.79.210.010.010.010.010.010.08.410.08.46.99.410.010.07.1
10.010.07.50.010.06.36.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.867.378.365.36.35.73.99.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.07.57.58.06.99.510.010.08.88.810.08.910.010.06.36.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.827.378.275.15.95.34.19.79.29.810.010.010.010.010.07.37.57.96.59.510.010.08.88.810.08.910.010.06.36.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.847.338.355.15.95.34.19.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.07.37.58.06.510.010.010.08.88.810.08.910.010.06.36.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.857.378.335.36.05.44.49.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.07.27.58.25.99.510.010.07.5
10.010.08.910.010.06.36.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.827.408.245.25.85.74.19.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.07.47.57.66.99.510.010.07.5
10.010.08.910.010.06.06.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
7.787.418.164.95.05.64.19.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.07.17.58.15.89.510.010.07.5
10.010.08.810.010.06.05.810.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
98
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.4
3.1
10.0
2.0
6.5
3.7
1.9
3.6
4.2
3.3
5.8
2.1
4.8
5.1
4.7
7.1
9.9
8.6
10.0
0.0
6.6
7.4
4.5
10.0
4.5
7.4
9.0
7.2
6.1
4.9
5.1
4.9
4.5
8.3
9.9
9.3
5.8
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
8.0
7.5
8.1
8.4
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.7
10.0
10.0
4.7
7.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
10.0
-
10.0
10.0
10.0
129/16263/162
6.75
7.466.05
RANKING 88/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICABURKINA FASO
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
99
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.76 6.67 6.76 6.75 6.63 6.83 6.67 6.7 6.75
60
85
110
135
86
93 9295
98
86
94 9288
BURKINA FASO | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.765.957.574.94.25.94.58.39.79.55.810.010.010.010.08.67.59.19.37.77.57.56.78.38.38.810.010.05.76.310.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.675.907.434.94.25.94.58.49.89.55.88.310.05.010.08.87.59.59.57.77.57.56.78.38.38.810.010.05.76.310.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.765.937.584.94.25.94.58.39.89.55.810.010.010.010.08.77.59.49.37.77.57.56.78.38.38.810.010.05.76.310.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.755.957.554.94.25.94.57.89.89.54.28.310.010.05.09.28.89.49.58.510.07.56.38.810.08.810.010.05.76.010.010.010.08.8
-7.5
10.0-
6.635.817.444.54.45.43.87.89.89.54.28.310.010.05.09.28.89.49.58.510.07.56.38.810.08.710.09.45.76.010.010.010.08.8
-7.5
10.0-
6.835.967.704.54.45.43.88.39.79.55.88.310.010.05.08.78.88.98.39.210.07.56.38.810.08.710.010.05.35.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.676.027.314.13.94.73.68.39.79.55.88.310.010.05.08.67.59.29.37.57.57.57.57.57.57.6
10.010.04.06.87.57.57.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
6.706.037.374.44.34.74.38.49.99.55.88.310.010.05.08.27.58.58.57.57.57.57.57.57.57.7
10.010.04.77.07.57.57.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
6.756.057.464.95.14.94.58.39.99.35.88.310.010.05.08.07.58.18.47.57.57.57.57.57.57.7
10.010.04.77.07.57.57.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
0
100
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
6.1
6.0
10.0
2.0
6.5
3.5
2.1
3.0
3.4
1.7
-
2.7
8.5
3.4
4.7
7.6
8.4
8.0
8.9
5.0
6.1
6.9
2.4
10.0
5.1
6.3
5.0
7.8
6.0
3.0
-
-
-
6.8
7.6
6.2
6.7
1.7
0.0
0.0
5.0
7.5
5.0
9.3
8.1
1.5
0.0
0.0
2.5
2.5
2.5
3.2
10.0
10.0
1.7
0.8
0.0
0.0
0.0
5.8
-
7.5
0.0
10.0
138/162156/162
5.17
4.415.92
RANKING 154/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICABURUNDI
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
101
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.65 6.12 5.77 5.67 5.62 6.16 5.3 5.06 5.17
90
114
138
162
128
116
135 137 138
127
151 153 154
BURUNDI | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
5.655.016.283.9
---
7.48.35.48.38.35.010.010.08.4
-9.67.1------
6.110.08.83.02.5
---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
6.125.436.803.9
---
8.48.28.58.310.010.010.010.08.6
-9.87.4------
6.410.010.03.02.5
---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
5.775.186.353.9
---
8.08.47.18.38.310.05.010.07.8-
9.06.6
------
6.010.08.92.72.5
---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
5.675.236.113.9
---
7.78.58.06.75.05.05.05.08.810.09.17.18.57.57.57.5
10.010.07.4
10.08.92.33.07.5
10.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.625.226.033.6
---
7.67.98.46.75.05.05.05.08.810.09.37.18.57.57.57.5
10.010.07.4
10.08.92.33.07.5
10.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.165.966.363.6
---
7.67.88.46.75.05.05.05.08.810.09.47.18.37.57.57.5
10.010.07.5
10.010.02.02.87.5
10.010.05.8
-7.50.010.0
5.305.974.643.7---
7.27.77.16.71.70.00.05.06.75.09.35.71.50.00.02.52.52.53.510.010.02.02.80.00.00.05.8
-7.50.010.0
5.065.874.243.4
---
6.28.23.86.71.70.00.05.07.35.09.07.91.50.00.02.52.52.51.90.210.01.71.80.00.00.05.8
-7.50.010.0
5.175.924.413.0
---
6.87.66.26.71.70.00.05.07.55.09.38.11.50.00.02.52.52.53.210.010.01.70.80.00.00.05.8
-7.50.010.0
0
102
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.9
9.9
9.7
2.0
10.0
4.3
2.7
3.1
4.7
6.0
-
1.8
7.5
3.3
5.1
9.3
8.2
9.6
9.4
10.0
7.3
7.6
4.6
10.0
7.1
7.1
9.5
6.5
5.1
2.6
3.0
2.0
2.7
9.6
9.3
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.3
10.0
8.6
6.2
7.5
10.0
7.5
5.0
5.0
10.0
7.9
10.0
10.0
2.0
3.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.3
-
10.0
10.0
5.0
64/16272/162
7.20
7.247.17
RANKING 61/162SOUTH ASIACAMBODIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
103
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.41 7.24 7.13 7.18 7.24 7.26 7.20
30
50
70
90
5459 60 61 61
5861
CAMBODIA | SOUTH ASIA
--------------------------------------
--------------------------------------
7.417.087.753.83.83.74.09.59.19.510.010.010.010.010.08.15.49.69.27.97.57.58.87.18.88.210.010.03.04.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.246.987.513.83.83.74.09.59.39.410.08.35.010.010.08.27.59.47.77.07.55.07.57.57.58.210.010.03.04.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.136.927.343.44.03.42.99.69.39.510.08.35.010.010.08.67.59.48.87.07.55.07.57.57.57.03.29.32.34.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.187.177.193.44.03.42.99.49.39.010.08.35.010.010.08.57.59.58.36.77.55.07.57.57.58.010.010.02.34.010.010.010.08.3
-10.010.05.0
7.247.167.333.03.32.92.89.69.39.510.010.010.010.010.09.410.08.99.37.5
10.07.55.05.010.06.50.010.02.33.310.010.010.08.3
-10.010.05.0
7.267.207.312.73.11.93.09.69.39.510.010.010.010.010.08.710.09.27.07.5
10.07.55.05.010.07.9
10.010.02.33.310.010.010.08.3
-10.010.05.0
7.207.177.242.63.02.02.79.69.39.510.010.010.010.010.08.310.08.66.27.5
10.07.55.05.010.07.9
10.010.02.03.310.010.010.08.3
-10.010.05.0
104
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
7.1
7.4
9.6
7.0
4.5
3.2
3.4
4.2
5.1
5.0
3.3
2.2
3.4
5.4
4.3
7.2
9.6
9.5
9.8
0.0
5.1
5.5
2.4
10.0
2.4
6.5
7.2
7.3
5.1
3.0
2.6
3.7
2.8
6.8
8.3
4.6
7.5
3.3
0.0
5.0
5.0
7.9
7.5
8.5
7.7
5.5
7.5
2.5
5.0
5.0
7.5
7.0
10.0
9.6
2.7
4.3
7.5
7.5
7.5
5.0
-
10.0
0.0
5.0
141/162142/162
5.58
5.335.82
RANKING 144/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICACAMEROON
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
105
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.69 5.79 5.89 6.08 6.09 6.09 5.72 5.46 5.58
90
114
138
162
126 126131
127 125129
139144 144
CAMEROON | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
5.695.575.803.43.53.53.28.38.49.07.71.70.00.05.08.78.88.98.37.87.57.57.18.88.38.010.08.93.34.010.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.795.855.743.43.53.53.28.07.49.07.71.70.00.05.08.88.89.28.37.87.57.57.18.88.38.1
10.09.53.04.010.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.896.085.703.43.53.53.28.28.09.07.71.70.00.05.08.68.88.98.07.87.57.57.18.88.37.45.010.03.03.810.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.086.036.133.43.53.53.28.68.49.08.33.35.00.05.08.98.89.28.67.87.57.58.86.38.87.7
10.010.03.03.510.07.5
10.03.8
-7.50.0
-
6.096.056.133.43.73.43.18.58.39.08.33.35.00.05.08.88.89.28.67.87.57.58.86.38.87.8
10.010.03.04.010.07.5
10.03.8
-7.50.0
-
6.095.956.223.43.73.43.18.38.39.07.53.35.00.05.09.08.89.39.07.97.57.58.86.38.87.8
10.010.02.74.310.07.5
10.05.0
-10.00.05.0
5.725.905.543.74.23.73.26.88.34.57.53.30.05.05.08.67.59.29.05.57.52.55.05.07.56.910.09.12.74.37.57.57.55.0
-10.00.05.0
5.465.795.133.12.83.53.05.88.31.77.53.30.05.05.08.17.58.58.35.57.52.55.05.07.57.010.09.62.74.57.57.57.55.0
-10.00.05.0
5.585.825.333.02.63.72.86.88.34.67.53.30.05.05.07.97.58.57.75.57.52.55.05.07.57.010.09.62.74.37.57.57.55.0
-10.00.05.0
106
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.0
3.9
7.2
8.0
5.0
7.9
8.6
6.4
8.4
10.0
9.2
3.6
9.0
8.8
6.9
9.6
9.0
9.6
9.7
10.0
7.9
7.0
7.9
10.0
6.7
8.5
9.7
8.2
7.7
7.7
8.6
7.2
7.4
9.8
9.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.0
10.0
8.4
8.6
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.5
10.0
10.0
8.3
8.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10/16212/162
8.57
9.157.98
RANKING 5/162NORTH AMERICACANADA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
107
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.65 8.64 8.64 8.61 8.6 8.63 8.72 8.52 8.57
1
20
40
60
6 4 5 5 5 4 4
105
CANADA | NORTH AMERICA
8.658.049.277.78.37.27.59.79.310.09.810.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.648.019.277.78.37.27.59.79.310.09.810.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.648.019.277.78.37.27.59.79.310.09.810.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.79.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.617.959.277.78.37.27.59.79.310.09.810.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.79.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.607.999.217.47.97.37.29.79.410.09.810.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.638.039.237.47.97.37.29.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.79.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.728.229.227.48.07.07.29.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.09.79.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.527.919.137.78.57.27.49.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.08.910.08.48.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.310.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.577.989.157.78.67.27.49.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.08.48.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.310.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
0
108
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.1
5.1
9.4
0.0
6.0
6.0
5.4
3.7
5.3
8.4
-
6.1
8.8
5.4
5.0
8.1
8.5
9.3
9.7
5.0
7.2
6.7
5.8
10.0
6.3
6.9
9.3
4.9
6.6
5.7
-
-
-
7.7
5.4
10.0
-
10.0
10.0
10.0
-
8.1
-
9.8
6.4
-
-
-
-
-
-
8.9
10.0
10.0
8.0
7.8
-
-
-
10.0
-
-
10.0
-
93/16244/162
7.33
7.996.68
RANKING 53/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICACAPE VERDE
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
109
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.35 7.39 7.38 7.31 7.28 7.52 7.33
30
50
70
90
56 55 55 5558
51 53
CAPE VERDE | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
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7.356.388.316.1---
9.06.910.010.010.010.010.010.07.5-
7.87.2------
8.910.010.08.07.8---
10.0--
10.0-
7.396.538.256.1---
8.65.810.010.010.010.010.010.07.7-
7.97.5------
8.910.010.08.07.8---
10.0--
10.0-
7.386.568.205.9
---
8.55.610.010.010.010.010.010.07.7-
7.77.6------
8.910.010.08.07.8---
10.0--
10.0-
7.316.628.015.9
---
7.95.810.0
-10.010.010.0
-7.4-
7.17.7------
8.910.010.08.07.8---
10.0--
10.0-
7.286.568.016.0
---
7.55.1
10.0-
10.010.010.0
-8.0
-7.68.5
------
8.910.010.08.07.8---
10.0--
10.0-
7.526.678.366.1---
8.36.510.0
-10.010.010.0
-9.2
-9.29.1------
8.910.010.08.07.8---
10.0--
10.0-
7.336.687.995.7---
7.75.410.0
-10.010.010.0
-8.1-
9.86.4
------
8.910.010.08.07.8---
10.0--
10.0-
110
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
7.1
9.7
9.6
4.0
5.0
1.9
-
2.5
-
0.8
-
0.5
5.0
-
-
6.5
8.6
8.4
9.1
0.0
4.7
4.5
2.6
10.0
1.5
5.4
8.2
3.3
4.8
2.2
-
-
-
4.4
2.1
3.5
7.5
5.0
-
-
5.0
8.3
10.0
7.1
7.8
8.5
7.5
10.0
7.5
7.5
10.0
8.0
10.0
10.0
3.0
3.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.3
-
5.0
10.0
10.0
156/162138/162
5.29
5.475.11
RANKING 152/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICACENTRAL AFR. REP.
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
111
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.48 5.41 5.21 4.97 4.83 5.3 5.31 5.12 5.290
90
114
138
162
130134
148 150 150 148 150 151 152
CENTRAL AFR. REP. | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
5.485.185.783.7---
6.22.19.57.05.00.05.010.08.48.89.07.56.87.57.55.48.85.07.8
10.010.03.74.310.06.710.05.0
-0.010.0
-
5.415.205.613.7---
5.52.17.47.05.05.00.010.08.48.89.76.76.87.57.55.48.85.07.8
10.010.03.74.310.06.710.05.0
-0.010.0
-
5.215.045.393.7---
4.92.15.77.05.00.05.010.07.68.88.45.66.87.57.55.48.85.07.8
10.010.03.74.310.06.710.05.0
-0.010.0
-
4.975.064.883.7---
5.62.17.37.51.75.00.00.07.37.58.65.75.87.52.55.07.56.35.710.010.03.34.35.02.55.05.0
-0.010.0
-
4.834.934.733.1---
5.52.17.07.51.75.00.00.07.77.58.96.75.87.52.55.07.56.35.710.010.03.34.35.02.55.05.0
-0.010.0
-
5.305.714.893.1---
4.42.13.67.53.35.00.05.07.97.58.87.55.47.52.55.07.56.35.210.010.02.02.05.02.55.08.3
-5.010.010.0
5.315.165.452.5
---
4.22.13.07.55.0
--
5.09.510.09.68.88.57.5
10.07.57.5
10.06.50.010.03.02.810.010.010.08.3
-5.010.010.0
5.124.635.622.5
---
4.62.14.27.55.0
--
5.08.710.07.68.48.57.5
10.07.57.5
10.08.010.010.03.03.010.010.010.08.3
-5.010.010.0
5.295.115.472.2
---
4.42.13.57.55.0
--
5.08.310.07.17.88.57.5
10.07.57.5
10.08.010.010.03.03.010.010.010.08.3
-5.010.010.0
112
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
7.7
10.0
9.9
10.0
1.0
2.7
1.8
2.9
3.2
3.7
-
2.2
4.9
2.9
3.2
6.7
9.2
7.9
9.8
0.0
5.1
6.3
2.0
10.0
2.1
5.0
6.0
5.4
3.5
2.9
-
-
-
6.3
6.4
7.2
5.2
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
8.2
7.5
9.2
7.8
6.5
5.0
5.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
10.0
10.0
2.7
2.5
10.0
7.5
10.0
1.7
-
0.0
0.0
5.0
150/162136/162
5.47
5.515.44
RANKING 147/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICACHAD
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
113
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.21 5.35 5.57 5.31 5.13 5.28 5.48 5.43 5.47
90
114
138
162
137 136141
146 145149
144 146 147
CHAD | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
5.214.845.593.5
---
5.56.14.95.56.75.05.010.08.68.88.98.16.47.55.05.48.85.46.810.010.02.02.36.76.710.05.0
-0.010.0
-
5.355.165.553.5
---
5.96.16.25.55.05.00.010.08.88.89.28.46.47.55.05.48.85.46.810.010.02.02.06.76.710.05.0
-0.010.0
-
5.575.445.703.5
---
6.66.18.35.55.00.05.010.08.58.88.88.16.47.55.05.48.85.46.810.010.02.32.36.76.710.05.0
-0.010.0
-
5.314.975.663.5
---
6.36.17.55.26.710.05.05.07.76.38.88.16.57.55.07.56.36.36.410.010.02.32.35.07.57.55.0
-0.010.0
-
5.134.725.553.1---
6.36.17.55.26.710.05.05.07.66.38.48.16.57.55.07.56.36.36.410.010.02.32.35.07.57.55.0
-0.010.0
-
5.284.995.563.1---
6.46.47.55.26.710.05.05.07.76.38.88.16.37.55.07.56.36.36.410.010.02.72.35.07.57.55.0
-0.010.05.0
5.484.975.993.4
---
6.46.47.55.28.310.010.05.08.27.58.98.16.55.05.07.57.57.57.5
10.010.02.72.510.07.5
10.05.0
-0.010.05.0
5.435.235.633.4
---
5.06.43.55.28.310.010.05.08.07.58.48.16.55.05.07.57.57.57.5
10.010.02.72.510.07.5
10.05.0
-0.010.05.0
5.475.445.512.9
---
6.36.47.25.28.310.010.05.08.27.59.27.86.55.05.07.57.57.57.5
10.010.02.72.510.07.5
10.01.7-
0.00.05.0
114
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.9
6.6
7.9
10.0
7.0
6.4
6.4
4.7
7.1
7.5
7.5
5.1
9.1
8.1
5.2
9.3
8.7
9.4
9.2
10.0
8.3
9.5
7.0
10.0
6.6
7.1
8.9
5.2
7.2
6.5
7.7
6.3
5.6
9.0
8.6
10.0
8.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
10.0
9.1
8.7
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.2
10.0
10.0
7.3
6.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
5.0
0.0
0.0
10.0
10.0
15/16239/162
8.01
8.227.80
RANKING 32/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANCHILE
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
115
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
8.23 8.25 8.27 8.29 8.22 7.99 8.02 8.03 8.01
1
20
40
60
2319 19 19
22
34 3532 32
CHILE | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
8.237.808.656.77.66.66.09.58.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.010.08.06.08.810.07.58.310.08.39.1
10.010.07.07.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.257.878.636.77.66.66.09.58.510.010.010.010.010.010.07.8
10.08.05.68.810.07.58.310.08.39.1
10.010.07.06.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.277.898.656.77.66.66.09.68.710.010.010.010.010.010.07.9
10.07.75.88.810.07.58.310.08.39.210.010.07.36.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.297.918.676.77.66.66.09.58.510.010.010.010.010.010.07.8
10.08.05.59.310.07.58.810.010.09.1
10.010.07.36.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.227.818.636.57.66.15.79.79.010.010.010.010.010.010.07.6
10.07.55.29.310.07.58.810.010.09.1
10.010.07.36.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.997.888.116.57.66.15.79.08.710.08.310.010.010.010.07.4
10.07.64.69.210.07.58.810.010.09.1
10.010.07.36.510.010.010.06.7-
0.010.010.0
8.027.848.206.57.86.15.68.98.69.98.310.010.010.010.07.6
10.07.84.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.010.07.36.510.010.010.06.7-
0.010.010.0
8.037.798.276.77.86.45.89.08.810.08.310.010.010.010.09.210.09.77.9
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.210.010.07.36.810.010.010.05.00.00.010.010.0
8.017.808.226.57.76.35.69.08.610.08.310.010.010.010.09.310.09.18.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.210.010.07.36.810.010.010.05.00.00.010.010.0
116
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
5.0
3.9
8.3
2.0
6.0
5.7
5.8
5.2
6.0
5.0
5.8
5.7
8.5
6.0
6.3
8.5
10.0
9.6
9.6
5.0
6.7
8.2
6.2
10.0
2.4
6.4
7.1
5.5
6.4
4.7
4.0
5.4
4.8
7.5
9.8
7.0
5.8
3.3
0.0
0.0
10.0
3.7
0.0
7.5
3.5
1.5
2.5
2.5
0.0
0.0
2.5
5.2
10.0
9.7
0.0
1.5
7.5
2.5
5.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
108/162141/162
5.91
5.356.46
RANKING 135/162EAST ASIACHINA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
117
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
6 65.94 5.91 6.03 6.06 5.95 5.88 5.91
90
114
138
162
117 118
130 128 127132 133 133 135
CHINA | EAST ASIA
6.006.275.724.74.34.35.48.49.69.06.73.30.00.010.05.30.08.67.41.32.50.00.01.32.54.510.09.80.71.36.73.30.010.0
-10.010.0
-
5.946.315.574.74.34.35.47.79.67.06.73.30.00.010.05.40.08.87.51.32.50.00.01.32.54.610.09.80.71.56.73.30.010.0
-10.010.0
-
5.916.265.564.74.34.35.47.89.67.06.73.30.00.010.05.40.08.57.71.32.50.00.01.32.54.59.99.70.31.56.73.30.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.036.325.744.74.34.35.47.59.67.05.83.30.00.010.06.22.58.97.41.80.02.50.01.35.05.69.99.80.31.55.07.55.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.006.375.644.24.04.14.37.59.77.05.83.30.00.010.06.52.58.88.21.80.02.50.01.35.05.710.09.80.32.05.07.55.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.066.395.744.24.04.14.37.59.77.05.83.30.00.010.06.82.59.28.62.50.02.50.01.35.05.610.09.80.31.85.07.55.010.0
-10.010.010.0
5.956.385.524.43.94.84.57.39.76.55.83.30.00.010.05.80.08.98.61.52.52.50.00.02.55.210.09.70.01.57.52.55.010.0
-10.010.010.0
5.886.395.374.74.05.24.77.59.77.05.83.30.00.010.04.10.07.15.21.52.52.50.00.02.55.1
10.09.60.01.37.52.55.09.37.010.010.010.0
5.916.465.354.74.05.44.87.59.87.05.83.30.00.010.03.70.07.53.51.52.52.50.00.02.55.210.09.70.01.57.52.55.09.37.010.010.010.0
.00 .00
118
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.9
5.1
7.8
10.0
4.5
3.8
3.3
2.8
4.8
4.2
3.3
2.2
9.1
3.9
3.2
8.0
9.1
9.3
8.5
5.0
6.8
7.8
4.3
9.5
5.6
7.0
8.9
5.8
6.4
4.4
5.0
4.9
3.4
5.5
0.0
6.4
10.0
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
8.7
10.0
8.2
8.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.5
10.0
10.0
5.7
3.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
105/16279/162
6.76
7.026.50
RANKING 87/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANCOLOMBIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
119
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.76 6.75 6.81 6.67 6.56 6.57 6.76 6.73 6.76
60
85
110
135
8690 88
103 103106
88 86 87
COLOMBIA | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
6.766.606.934.84.65.34.35.30.05.810.010.010.010.010.07.78.38.46.38.17.57.5
10.05.410.08.310.010.05.72.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.756.706.804.84.65.34.35.20.05.610.010.010.010.010.07.68.38.75.68.17.57.5
10.05.410.07.33.410.05.32.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.816.746.884.84.65.34.35.20.05.710.010.010.010.010.07.98.39.26.18.17.57.5
10.05.410.07.85.610.06.03.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.676.826.534.84.65.34.35.40.06.1
10.06.710.05.05.07.77.59.16.37.8
10.07.57.56.37.57.87.8
10.06.33.010.010.07.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.566.726.404.55.14.93.55.20.05.610.06.710.05.05.07.77.59.06.67.8
10.07.57.56.37.57.65.710.06.33.510.010.07.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.576.676.474.55.14.93.55.30.05.910.06.710.05.05.07.77.58.96.68.310.07.57.56.37.57.65.810.06.33.310.010.07.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
6.766.586.954.55.15.13.45.30.05.910.08.310.010.05.08.410.09.06.310.010.010.010.010.010.08.27.9
10.06.03.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.736.556.914.55.05.03.45.20.05.610.08.310.010.05.09.010.08.98.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.07.63.810.05.73.510.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
6.766.507.024.45.04.93.45.50.06.410.08.310.010.05.08.710.08.28.010.010.010.010.010.010.08.510.010.05.73.510.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
120
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
7.1
7.7
8.9
8.0
4.0
2.6
2.3
3.1
4.0
2.5
1.7
1.0
5.6
3.9
5.7
7.3
8.8
9.2
6.4
5.0
5.5
7.8
2.0
10.0
2.3
5.7
6.3
5.8
5.1
2.6
-
-
-
6.2
4.6
5.8
8.3
1.7
0.0
5.0
0.0
8.5
-
7.9
9.1
-
-
-
-
-
-
6.7
8.7
10.0
4.3
3.8
-
-
-
5.0
-
0.0
10.0
5.0
148/162152/162
5.31
4.955.67
RANKING 151/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICACONGO, DEM. REP. OF
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
121
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.35 5.44 5.45 5.04 4.81 4.91 5.03 5.3 5.31
90
114
138
162
135 133
145149 151 153 154
150 151
CONGO, DEM. REP. OF | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
5.355.165.543.3
---
6.84.36.39.83.30.00.010.07.8-
8.86.9
------
5.48.39.71.72.0
---
7.5-
5.010.0
-
5.445.285.613.3
---
6.94.36.59.83.30.00.010.08.1-
9.27.1------
5.58.410.01.72.0
---
7.5-
5.010.0
-
5.455.385.523.3
---
7.04.36.99.83.30.00.010.07.2-
8.36.0
------
5.58.510.01.72.0
---
7.5-
5.010.0
-
5.045.284.803.3
---
6.34.36.48.30.00.00.00.07.2-
8.16.3
------
6.98.510.04.74.5
---
5.0-
0.010.0
-
4.815.204.422.8
---
5.94.35.08.30.00.00.00.07.4-
8.26.7------
5.710.09.61.31.8---
5.0-
0.010.0
-
4.915.364.462.8
---
5.84.64.58.30.00.00.00.07.5-
8.86.2
------
6.010.09.92.02.3
---
5.0-
0.010.05.0
5.035.234.832.9
---
6.34.66.08.31.70.05.00.07.2-
8.95.5
------
6.37.39.94.33.8
---
5.0-
0.010.05.0
5.305.784.822.7---
6.34.66.18.31.70.05.00.08.0
-8.57.5------
5.88.79.92.02.5
---
5.0-
0.010.05.0
5.315.674.952.6
---
6.24.65.88.31.70.05.00.08.5
-7.99.1------
6.78.710.04.33.8
---
5.0-
0.010.05.0
0
122
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
5.8
5.4
9.9
4.0
4.0
3.2
-
3.7
-
5.0
3.3
3.0
4.0
-
-
5.6
7.8
5.4
9.3
0.0
4.9
8.0
0.0
10.0
1.5
5.6
6.1
5.7
4.9
3.5
-
-
-
7.3
6.3
6.6
9.2
6.7
10.0
5.0
5.0
9.4
10.0
9.5
8.5
8.5
10.0
2.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.0
10.0
10.0
1.7
2.0
10.0
7.5
7.5
9.2
-
7.5
10.0
10.0
157/16290/162
5.90
6.785.02
RANKING 136/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICACONGO, REP. OF
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
123
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 201620152014
.00
3
4
5
6
8
7
5.63 5.65 5.7 5.39 5.33 5.66 5.73 5.84 5.90 0
90
114
138
162
129 129
137142 143 141
138134 136
CONGO, REP. OF | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
5.634.696.573.9
---
7.76.19.08.06.710.00.010.08.88.39.09.15.77.55.05.46.73.88.010.010.04.35.310.06.710.07.5-
5.010.0
-
5.654.906.403.9
---
7.76.19.08.06.70.010.010.08.58.38.98.45.77.55.05.46.73.86.60.010.04.74.810.06.710.07.5-
5.010.0
-
5.704.746.673.9
---
7.76.19.08.08.310.05.010.08.18.38.67.45.77.55.05.46.73.88.010.010.04.74.810.06.710.07.5-
5.010.0
-
5.394.486.303.9
---
7.46.19.07.28.310.010.05.08.18.88.57.27.07.55.08.87.56.36.210.010.01.71.57.57.55.05.0
-0.010.0
-
5.334.396.283.6
---
7.46.19.07.28.310.010.05.08.18.88.37.27.07.55.08.87.56.37.010.010.04.74.37.57.55.05.0
-0.010.0
-
5.664.556.783.6
---
8.16.39.09.28.310.010.05.08.28.88.57.26.37.55.08.87.56.36.710.07.94.74.07.57.55.09.2
-7.5
10.010.0
5.734.696.773.5
---
7.56.37.09.26.710.05.05.08.910.08.97.78.510.02.510.010.010.07.010.010.02.02.310.07.57.59.2
-7.5
10.010.0
5.844.816.863.6
---
7.56.37.09.26.710.05.05.09.1
10.08.98.58.510.02.510.010.010.07.6
10.010.04.33.810.07.57.59.2
-7.5
10.010.0
5.905.026.783.5
---
7.36.36.69.26.710.05.05.09.410.09.58.58.510.02.510.010.010.07.010.010.01.72.010.07.57.59.2
-7.5
10.010.0
124
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.6
5.4
8.5
10.0
6.5
5.9
7.3
4.4
6.3
10.0
5.0
3.5
8.7
6.1
5.4
9.8
9.5
9.6
10.0
10.0
8.0
8.0
6.1
10.0
8.0
6.4
6.8
6.1
6.4
6.6
8.1
6.3
5.6
8.4
5.2
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.1
10.0
9.4
4.8
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
10.0
9.6
10.0
10.0
8.7
8.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
6.9
0.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
33/16240/162
7.86
8.177.55
RANKING 37/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANCOSTA RICA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
125
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.83 7.82 7.68 7.92 7.89 7.86 8.06 7.88 7.86
1
20
40
60
41 4246
40 40 39
33
39 37
COSTA RICA | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
7.837.378.306.2
---
8.55.410.010.08.35.010.010.09.7-
9.89.6
------
9.110.010.08.08.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.827.378.276.2
---
8.45.310.010.08.310.05.010.09.5
-9.89.3
------
9.110.010.08.08.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.687.288.086.2
---
8.55.410.010.06.75.05.010.09.6
-9.99.4
------
9.110.010.08.38.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.927.578.276.2
---
8.65.910.010.08.310.05.010.08.97.59.69.69.010.010.08.87.58.89.510.010.08.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.897.538.255.9
---
8.86.510.010.08.310.05.010.08.87.59.69.39.010.010.08.87.58.89.510.010.08.38.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.867.488.235.9
---
8.86.510.010.08.310.05.010.08.87.59.89.39.610.010.08.87.58.89.510.010.08.38.310.010.010.09.2
-7.5
10.010.0
8.067.508.626.78.26.35.78.76.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.09.78.79.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.610.010.08.78.310.010.010.09.2
-7.5
10.010.0
7.887.518.266.78.46.25.58.55.410.010.010.010.010.010.08.810.09.66.89.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.610.010.08.78.310.010.010.06.90.07.5
10.010.0
7.867.558.176.68.16.35.68.45.210.010.010.010.010.010.08.1
10.09.44.89.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.610.010.08.78.510.010.010.06.90.07.5
10.010.0
126
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
5.8
7.3
10.0
4.0
2.0
4.6
4.3
4.8
5.4
3.3
4.2
4.0
7.0
5.1
4.6
7.2
9.1
9.8
9.9
0.0
5.5
5.8
2.9
10.0
3.2
6.9
8.7
5.9
6.2
4.0
3.0
5.2
3.9
6.5
5.3
7.9
6.3
6.7
0.0
10.0
10.0
9.4
10.0
9.4
8.9
9.5
10.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.7
10.0
10.0
5.3
5.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
-
10.0
10.0
10.0
132/16275/162
6.53
7.066.00
RANKING 100/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICACÔTE D’IVOIRE
ô
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
127
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.7 5.79 5.75 5.86 5.96 6.29 6.49 6.44 6.530
90
114
138
162
125 126
136132
129123
111 111
100
CÔTE D’IVOIRE | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
5.705.505.893.82.75.13.76.64.98.06.86.70.010.010.08.07.18.58.45.35.05.05.85.45.48.010.09.53.03.310.010.010.05.0
-0.010.0
-
5.795.695.903.82.75.13.76.64.98.06.86.710.00.010.07.97.19.07.75.35.05.05.85.45.48.1
10.010.03.03.510.010.010.05.0
-0.010.0
-
5.755.695.823.82.75.13.76.44.97.46.86.70.010.010.07.67.18.17.75.35.05.05.85.45.48.010.010.03.03.010.010.010.05.0
-0.010.0
-
5.865.706.033.82.75.13.76.54.97.37.13.35.00.05.08.310.08.26.89.510.07.5
10.010.010.05.90.48.13.32.310.07.5
10.07.5-
5.010.0
-
5.965.646.274.03.04.84.06.54.97.37.13.35.00.05.08.310.07.97.29.510.07.5
10.010.010.07.9
10.010.04.33.810.07.5
10.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.295.906.684.03.04.84.06.45.37.56.35.05.00.010.08.610.08.37.59.210.07.5
10.010.010.08.210.010.05.04.810.07.5
10.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.496.006.974.02.75.43.86.55.38.06.36.70.010.010.08.610.08.17.89.510.07.5
10.010.010.08.610.010.05.35.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.445.936.953.62.15.13.76.55.37.96.36.70.010.010.09.310.09.48.69.510.07.5
10.010.010.08.710.010.05.35.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.536.007.064.03.05.23.96.55.37.96.36.70.010.010.09.410.09.48.99.510.07.5
10.010.010.08.710.010.05.35.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
128
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
4.7
4.4
4.3
8.0
2.0
5.5
3.2
1.8
4.4
8.3
7.5
4.6
7.5
6.1
7.2
9.1
7.1
9.6
9.8
10.0
8.2
8.6
8.3
10.0
5.9
7.3
9.4
6.4
6.1
5.7
6.3
5.7
5.1
9.9
9.6
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.1
7.5
9.1
7.6
9.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
7.5
10.0
8.6
10.0
10.0
7.0
5.8
10.0
10.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
75/16235/162
7.71
8.466.96
RANKING 44/162EASTERN EUROPECROATIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
129
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.40 7.59 7.41 7.69 7.68 7.69 7.74 7.78 7.71
30
50
70
90
53
46
54
45 44 44 43 43 44
CROATIA | EASTERN EUROPE
7.406.728.085.66.35.15.39.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.08.0
-9.36.8
------
5.80.010.07.06.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.596.788.415.66.35.15.39.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.08.1-
9.46.9
------
8.310.010.07.06.0
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.416.688.155.66.35.15.39.89.410.010.08.310.05.010.07.8-
9.66.1------
8.210.010.07.05.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.696.908.485.66.35.15.39.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.07.77.59.55.99.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.010.010.07.06.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.686.938.425.45.55.25.59.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.07.77.59.85.69.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.010.010.07.06.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.696.908.485.45.55.25.59.89.69.910.010.010.010.010.07.87.59.95.910.010.010.010.07.5
10.09.010.010.07.06.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.747.008.485.86.35.45.89.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.07.87.59.86.29.010.010.07.57.5
10.08.610.010.07.06.010.010.07.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
7.787.048.525.86.95.35.49.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.37.59.48.19.010.010.07.57.5
10.08.610.010.07.05.510.010.07.5
10.010.010.010.010.0
7.716.968.465.76.35.75.19.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.17.59.17.69.010.010.07.57.5
10.08.610.010.07.05.810.010.07.5
10.010.010.010.010.0
130
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.3
6.5
6.2
10.0
6.5
5.9
6.1
4.2
5.9
8.3
8.3
4.0
6.4
6.2
6.9
9.5
8.7
9.5
9.7
10.0
8.3
8.3
7.9
10.0
7.0
7.5
9.6
6.2
6.9
6.3
-
-
-
9.7
9.6
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.2
7.5
8.6
5.4
8.5
10.0
10.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
9.5
10.0
10.0
8.7
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
18/16234/162
8.11
8.517.71
RANKING 30/162EASTERN EUROPECYPRUS
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
131
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
8.34 8.35 8.33 8.16 7.99 7.85 8.02 8.18 8.11
1
20
40
60
1714 16
24
3540
35
28 30
CYPRUS | EASTERN EUROPE
8.347.748.95
7.1---
9.79.79.510.010.010.010.010.08.910.08.97.99.010.010.010.05.010.09.410.010.08.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.357.778.92
7.1---
9.69.39.510.010.010.010.010.09.010.09.07.99.010.010.010.05.010.09.410.010.08.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.337.738.94
7.1---
9.79.79.510.010.010.010.010.08.810.08.67.89.010.010.010.05.010.09.410.010.08.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.167.678.66
7.1---
9.79.79.510.010.010.010.010.08.07.58.77.89.510.010.08.810.08.89.410.010.08.37.8
10.010.010.07.5-
10.05.0
-
7.997.478.516.8
---
9.69.29.510.010.010.010.010.07.77.58.77.09.510.010.08.810.08.89.410.010.08.07.5
10.010.010.07.5-
10.05.0
-
7.857.078.636.8
---
9.79.69.510.010.010.010.010.07.87.58.57.59.610.010.08.810.08.89.410.010.08.37.3
10.010.010.08.3
-10.05.010.0
8.027.338.706.8
---
9.79.69.510.010.010.010.010.08.07.58.87.78.510.010.07.57.57.59.410.010.08.37.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.187.698.676.9
---
9.79.59.510.010.010.010.010.07.57.58.76.38.510.010.07.57.57.59.410.010.08.37.5
10.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
8.117.718.516.3
---
9.79.69.510.010.010.010.010.07.27.58.65.48.510.010.07.57.57.59.510.010.08.77.5
10.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
132
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.8
3.2
3.4
10.0
6.5
6.3
5.8
3.0
6.1
10.0
8.3
3.8
8.2
6.3
7.5
9.4
7.9
9.8
9.9
10.0
8.2
8.3
8.4
10.0
6.3
8.1
9.8
8.1
6.4
7.8
8.7
7.2
7.4
9.9
9.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.8
7.5
8.5
7.3
9.5
10.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.5
10.0
10.0
8.7
8.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
30/16216/162
8.29
9.037.56
RANKING 21/162EASTERN EUROPECZECH REPUBLIC
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
133
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.17 8.16 8.16 8.14 8.23 8.24 8.24 8.26 8.29
1
20
40
60
2925 26 26
2118
25 2421
CZECH REPUBLIC | EASTERN EUROPE
8.177.219.137.38.36.57.09.89.69.910.010.010.010.0
-8.910.09.07.8
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.010.08.78.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.167.179.157.38.36.57.09.99.610.010.010.010.010.0
-9.010.09.18.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.010.08.78.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.167.229.097.38.36.57.09.79.69.510.010.010.010.0
-8.910.08.77.9
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.78.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.147.269.027.38.36.57.09.79.79.510.010.010.010.0
-8.910.08.87.89.310.010.08.87.5
10.09.510.010.08.78.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.237.429.037.38.66.56.89.79.69.510.010.010.010.0
-9.1
10.09.38.19.310.010.08.87.5
10.09.510.010.08.78.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.247.379.117.38.66.56.89.79.79.510.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.09.37.9
10.010.010.08.87.5
10.09.510.010.08.78.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.247.469.027.48.56.96.99.79.79.510.010.010.010.010.08.27.59.47.99.510.07.5
10.010.010.09.510.010.08.78.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.267.499.047.68.37.37.39.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.37.58.88.59.510.07.5
10.010.010.09.510.010.08.78.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.297.569.037.88.77.27.49.99.810.010.010.010.010.010.07.87.58.57.39.510.07.5
10.010.010.09.510.010.08.78.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
134
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
4.1
1.5
4.5
8.0
2.5
8.1
8.6
6.0
8.2
10.0
10.0
5.4
9.7
7.9
6.9
9.9
9.8
9.7
10.0
10.0
8.5
8.3
8.2
10.0
7.4
8.3
9.8
7.3
7.9
8.7
9.3
8.6
8.2
9.9
9.6
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.7
10.0
7.7
5.4
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
10.0
9.7
10.0
10.0
9.3
8.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
16/1624/162
8.55
9.337.77
RANKING 6/162WESTERN EUROPEDENMARK
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
135
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.69 8.57 8.63 8.59 8.52 8.6 8.61 8.54 8.55
1
20
40
60
48 7 7 8
5 7 8 6
DENMARK | WESTERN EUROPE
8.697.889.498.69.47.98.79.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.09.210.09.18.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.39.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.577.669.488.69.47.98.79.89.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.09.010.09.18.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.39.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.637.779.498.69.47.98.79.89.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.09.1
10.08.98.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.38.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.597.719.478.69.47.98.79.89.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.09.010.08.88.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.38.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.527.569.498.69.38.28.49.89.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.09.010.09.17.9
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.38.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.607.689.528.69.38.28.49.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.210.09.08.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.38.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.617.819.418.69.08.38.49.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.08.910.08.87.89.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.7
10.010.09.38.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.547.759.348.79.68.48.29.89.69.910.010.010.010.010.07.7
10.07.95.49.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.7
10.010.09.38.510.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
8.557.779.338.79.38.68.29.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.07.7
10.07.75.49.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.7
10.010.09.38.510.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
0
136
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.8
7.7
9.6
6.0
8.0
4.0
2.2
2.8
4.8
5.0
4.2
3.5
8.0
2.4
3.3
9.5
9.0
9.3
9.7
10.0
7.9
7.9
7.1
10.0
6.8
6.6
8.3
6.0
5.5
4.4
5.2
4.5
3.3
7.8
3.9
9.5
10.0
6.7
5.0
5.0
10.0
8.5
10.0
10.0
5.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
5.0
10.0
8.9
10.0
10.0
7.3
4.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
0.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
62/16281/162
7.06
6.947.18
RANKING 69/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANDOMINICAN REP.
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
137
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.67 6.99 7.07 7.08 7.03 7.18 7.28 7.13 7.06
40
60
80
10094
72 7065
69
6158
6569
DOMINICAN REP. | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
6.676.466.885.15.65.14.76.70.1
10.010.06.75.05.010.08.16.39.88.37.07.57.55.08.36.77.50.010.07.35.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.996.957.045.15.65.14.76.80.310.010.06.75.05.010.08.16.39.78.37.07.57.55.08.36.79.010.010.07.35.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.077.166.975.15.65.14.76.50.09.510.06.75.05.010.08.16.39.78.37.07.57.55.08.36.79.010.010.07.75.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.087.186.975.15.65.14.76.50.09.510.06.75.05.010.09.18.89.88.77.57.55.08.87.58.87.50.010.07.74.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.037.037.034.54.94.83.86.91.1
9.510.06.75.05.010.08.98.89.78.27.57.55.08.87.58.89.010.010.07.75.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.187.247.114.54.94.83.87.32.39.510.06.75.05.010.09.18.89.88.87.17.55.08.87.58.88.910.010.07.35.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.287.267.294.65.15.13.77.53.09.510.06.75.05.010.09.510.09.88.87.57.57.57.55.010.08.910.010.07.34.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.137.247.024.55.54.63.47.83.99.510.06.75.05.010.09.010.010.06.97.57.57.57.55.010.08.910.010.07.34.810.010.010.07.50.010.010.010.0
7.067.186.944.45.24.53.37.83.99.510.06.75.05.010.08.510.010.05.57.57.57.57.55.010.08.910.010.07.34.810.010.010.07.50.010.010.010.0
138
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.7
6.1
9.6
2.0
5.0
3.8
1.2
2.1
3.8
2.5
4.2
4.9
8.6
4.8
4.6
8.3
9.4
9.0
9.7
5.0
6.5
6.3
4.2
10.0
5.5
6.0
8.6
4.9
4.6
4.3
4.4
4.6
3.8
9.0
7.7
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.8
5.0
9.3
9.1
6.5
7.5
10.0
5.0
2.5
7.5
7.9
10.0
10.0
2.3
3.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
127/16259/162
6.81
7.556.06
RANKING 83/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANECUADOR
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
139
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.72 6.65 6.64 6.68 6.68 6.75 6.52 6.77 6.81
60
85
110
135
9095
102 10094 92
107
83 83
ECUADOR | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
6.726.027.424.65.34.24.47.32.89.010.010.010.010.010.08.98.310.08.37.1
10.010.07.10.08.38.510.09.35.05.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.655.927.384.65.34.24.47.32.99.010.010.010.010.010.08.58.39.97.27.1
10.010.07.10.08.38.510.010.04.75.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.645.877.414.65.34.24.47.33.09.010.010.010.010.010.08.98.39.98.37.1
10.010.07.10.08.38.410.010.04.34.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.685.887.484.65.34.24.47.63.89.010.010.010.010.010.08.68.89.87.17.5
10.010.05.05.07.58.210.010.03.34.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.686.037.334.04.74.13.38.05.09.010.010.010.010.010.08.68.89.97.17.5
10.010.05.05.07.57.23.510.03.03.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.755.887.634.04.74.13.38.25.69.010.010.010.010.010.08.58.89.96.99.210.010.05.05.07.58.1
10.010.02.73.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.525.667.394.25.04.13.58.66.79.010.010.010.010.010.07.55.09.97.76.57.5
10.05.02.57.58.010.010.02.33.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.776.097.454.24.64.43.68.87.49.010.010.010.010.010.07.65.09.68.26.57.5
10.05.02.57.57.9
10.010.02.33.310.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
6.816.067.554.34.44.63.89.07.79.510.010.010.010.010.07.85.09.39.16.57.5
10.05.02.57.57.9
10.010.02.33.310.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
140
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
6.1
8.2
7.1
2.0
7.0
3.9
6.9
4.1
4.9
1.7
5.0
3.4
8.2
6.3
5.7
8.1
6.3
9.0
7.2
10.0
5.6
4.9
3.7
9.2
4.7
4.8
4.0
4.9
5.6
3.6
2.9
3.8
4.2
5.8
9.0
5.6
2.8
1.7
5.0
0.0
0.0
3.7
2.5
5.9
2.8
3.5
5.0
2.5
2.5
2.5
5.0
6.5
10.0
7.4
1.3
1.5
7.5
10.0
7.5
0.0
-
0.0
0.0
0.0
147/162158/162
4.81
3.895.72
RANKING 156/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICAEGYPT
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
141
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
6 5.88 5.94 5.74 5.67 5.35 5.04 4.81 4.81
90
114
138
162
117122
128
136 137
146
153 155 156
EGYPT | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
6.006.435.584.23.34.74.57.49.59.03.76.710.00.010.07.54.29.29.03.82.52.52.95.85.46.310.09.93.04.86.76.73.32.5
-5.00.0
-
5.886.215.554.23.34.74.57.29.68.53.76.70.010.010.07.64.28.710.03.82.52.52.95.85.46.310.09.63.04.86.76.73.32.5
-5.00.0
-
5.946.355.544.23.34.74.57.39.19.03.76.710.00.010.07.64.28.99.73.82.52.52.95.85.46.1
10.09.92.34.06.76.73.32.5
-5.00.0
-
5.746.185.294.23.34.74.56.48.76.93.63.30.010.00.07.65.08.79.05.85.07.56.33.86.37.27.79.83.34.510.07.57.52.5
-5.00.0
-
5.676.145.203.73.13.94.16.59.06.93.63.30.010.00.07.65.09.28.75.85.07.56.33.86.37.28.910.02.74.010.07.57.52.5
-5.00.0
-
5.356.014.703.73.13.94.15.99.06.02.83.30.010.00.07.35.08.97.96.35.07.56.33.86.36.02.29.42.72.510.07.57.50.0
-0.00.00.0
5.045.784.303.52.33.94.36.29.06.92.81.75.00.00.06.92.59.19.13.55.02.52.52.55.06.68.98.72.01.87.5
10.07.50.0
-0.00.00.0
4.815.773.853.52.43.84.35.69.05.02.81.75.00.00.04.12.56.23.73.55.02.52.52.55.06.510.07.51.71.37.5
10.07.50.0
-0.00.00.0
4.815.723.893.62.93.84.25.89.05.62.81.75.00.00.03.72.55.92.83.55.02.52.52.55.06.510.07.41.31.57.5
10.07.50.0
-0.00.00.0
.00
142
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
8.4
8.2
9.5
8.0
8.0
3.6
3.7
2.6
4.2
4.2
2.5
3.8
8.2
2.3
0.8
9.8
9.5
9.8
9.9
10.0
7.7
8.2
6.6
10.0
5.9
6.2
8.4
4.4
5.9
4.4
5.1
5.0
3.0
6.5
0.0
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.1
10.0
9.4
7.8
8.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
10.0
7.5
0.0
10.0
6.7
5.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
0.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
67/16283/162
7.03
6.927.15
RANKING 70/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANEL SALVADOR
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
143
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.4 7.16 7.22 6.99 7.14 7.2 7.42 7.13 7.0300
40
55
70
85
53
67
62
75
59 60
52
65
70
EL SALVADOR | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
7.407.537.273.94.44.92.56.50.09.510.010.010.010.010.09.3
-9.69.0
------
8.010.010.06.75.5
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.167.406.923.94.44.92.56.50.09.510.010.010.010.010.09.1-
10.08.2
------
5.50.010.06.75.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.227.217.233.94.44.92.56.50.09.510.010.010.010.010.09.0
-10.08.0
------
8.010.010.06.35.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.997.146.843.94.44.92.56.30.09.010.010.010.010.010.08.67.59.98.37.87.57.58.87.57.56.50.010.07.05.87.57.57.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.147.097.204.66.14.73.16.50.09.510.010.010.010.010.08.57.59.88.37.87.57.58.87.57.57.8
10.010.06.75.87.57.57.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.207.207.214.66.14.73.16.50.09.510.010.010.010.010.08.87.59.79.37.57.57.58.87.57.57.9
10.010.07.06.07.57.57.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
7.427.357.494.86.15.13.46.50.09.510.010.010.010.010.09.610.09.49.38.07.57.57.57.5
10.09.010.010.07.06.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.137.147.124.55.44.83.46.50.09.510.010.010.010.010.09.210.09.48.28.07.57.57.57.5
10.09.010.010.07.05.810.010.010.07.50.010.010.010.0
7.037.156.924.45.15.03.06.50.09.510.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.09.47.88.07.57.57.57.5
10.07.50.010.06.75.510.010.010.07.50.010.010.010.0
144
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.9
3.5
6.1
7.0
7.0
7.4
7.8
5.5
7.3
8.3
6.7
5.7
9.5
8.3
7.7
9.3
7.8
9.5
10.0
10.0
8.4
8.3
8.5
10.0
7.0
8.2
10.0
6.3
8.3
7.8
8.8
7.8
6.8
9.6
8.7
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.3
7.5
9.1
8.4
9.5
10.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.6
10.0
10.0
8.3
9.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
13/16217/162
8.44
9.017.86
RANKING 14/162EASTERN EUROPEESTONIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
145
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.4 8.38 8.44 8.35 8.32 8.34 8.4 8.45 8.44
1
20
40
60
14 12 1115 16 16 16 16 14
ESTONIA | EASTERN EUROPE
8.407.779.047.58.07.17.59.17.4
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.210.09.48.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.010.08.78.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.387.709.067.58.07.17.59.17.99.510.010.010.010.010.09.410.09.48.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.010.08.78.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.447.829.077.58.07.17.59.37.9
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.09.47.9
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.357.748.967.58.07.17.59.38.010.010.010.010.010.010.08.47.59.68.19.510.07.5
10.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.327.688.977.58.27.27.29.48.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.37.59.47.99.510.07.5
10.010.010.09.610.010.08.39.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.347.708.977.58.27.27.29.58.410.010.010.010.010.010.08.47.59.48.19.210.07.5
10.010.010.09.610.010.08.39.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.407.799.007.68.27.57.19.68.810.010.010.010.010.010.08.07.59.37.09.510.07.5
10.010.010.09.610.010.08.39.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.457.938.967.68.07.77.09.68.710.010.010.010.010.010.08.47.59.68.19.510.07.5
10.010.010.09.610.010.08.39.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.447.869.017.88.87.86.89.68.710.010.010.010.010.010.08.37.59.18.49.510.07.5
10.010.010.09.610.010.08.39.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
0 0
146
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
6.6
8.2
9.1
4.0
5.0
4.6
4.5
4.3
5.3
1.7
7.5
5.5
7.0
5.0
5.7
5.7
9.0
5.4
8.5
0.0
5.1
5.2
3.5
10.0
1.5
6.6
7.1
7.3
5.6
3.3
2.6
3.9
3.4
6.7
7.0
7.3
5.9
6.7
5.0
5.0
10.0
5.6
2.5
8.1
6.0
1.5
0.0
0.0
2.5
2.5
2.5
5.3
10.0
8.4
0.3
0.5
7.5
7.5
2.5
6.7
-
10.0
0.0
10.0
146/162150/162
5.40
5.065.73
RANKING 150/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAETHIOPIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
147
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.36 5.5 5.47 5.39 5.54 5.69 5.32 5.35 5.40 0
90
114
138
162
134 132
144 142139 140
149 148 150
ETHIOPIA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
5.365.355.374.54.04.64.96.66.67.65.78.35.010.010.07.47.19.06.32.32.52.50.01.35.45.210.09.81.71.86.76.70.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.505.785.224.54.04.64.96.96.68.35.76.710.00.010.07.17.18.95.42.32.52.50.01.35.45.1
10.09.51.01.86.76.70.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.475.605.354.54.04.64.96.76.67.95.78.35.010.010.07.27.18.95.62.32.52.50.01.35.45.1
10.09.51.01.86.76.70.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.395.165.624.54.04.64.96.66.67.55.96.75.010.05.06.45.09.05.34.05.02.55.03.83.86.210.09.20.71.37.57.57.55.0
-10.00.0
-
5.545.585.513.83.03.94.56.86.67.95.96.75.010.05.06.65.09.05.84.05.02.55.03.83.86.310.09.40.71.37.57.57.55.0
-10.00.0
-
5.695.535.863.83.03.94.56.97.07.95.98.35.010.010.06.75.09.06.13.85.02.55.03.83.86.310.09.31.01.37.57.57.56.7-
10.00.010.0
5.325.465.183.32.33.63.96.97.08.05.96.75.05.010.06.12.59.46.51.50.00.02.52.52.55.310.08.30.71.07.57.52.56.7-
10.00.010.0
5.355.555.163.02.13.73.36.97.07.95.96.75.05.010.06.42.59.37.31.50.00.02.52.52.55.510.09.00.71.07.57.52.56.7-
10.00.010.0
5.405.735.063.32.63.93.46.77.07.35.96.75.05.010.05.62.58.16.01.50.00.02.52.52.55.310.08.40.30.57.57.52.56.7-
10.00.010.0
148
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.0
3.5
9.5
6.0
5.0
6.1
-
4.6
-
7.9
-
5.1
7.7
-
-
6.4
7.3
9.2
9.2
0.0
6.6
5.0
6.4
10.0
5.0
8.8
9.4
9.3
7.8
4.7
-
-
-
8.9
9.1
10.0
7.5
8.3
10.0
5.0
10.0
9.2
-
9.1
9.4
-
-
-
-
-
-
7.7
10.0
10.0
4.7
6.0
-
-
-
10.0
-
10.0
10.0
10.0
88/16249/162
7.29
7.796.79
RANKING 55/162OCEANIAFIJI
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
149
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.52 7.32 7.25 7.2 7.09 6.86 7.05 7.26 7.290
30
50
70
90
48
5660 61 63
84
67
5855
FIJI | OCEANIA
7.527.267.794.3
---
9.79.210.010.08.310.05.010.08.1-
8.28.0
------
7.710.010.05.35.5
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.327.087.564.3
---
9.58.610.010.08.35.010.010.07.4-
7.77.0------
7.010.010.04.73.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.256.937.564.3
---
9.79.1
10.010.08.310.05.010.07.3-
8.06.6
------
6.810.010.04.03.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.207.047.364.3
---
9.19.1
10.08.38.35.010.010.06.7-
7.16.4
------
6.810.010.04.03.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.096.847.354.0
---
9.19.1
10.08.38.35.010.010.07.2-
7.76.8
------
6.910.010.04.03.5
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.866.447.284.0
---
8.99.1
10.07.58.35.010.010.07.1-
7.86.5
------
7.010.010.04.04.0
---
10.0-
10.010.010.0
7.056.637.484.3
---
8.99.1
10.07.58.310.05.010.08.0
-8.57.6------
7.110.010.04.04.5
---
10.0-
10.010.010.0
7.266.827.704.5
---
8.99.1
10.07.58.310.05.010.09.1-
9.58.6
------
7.410.010.04.75.0
---
10.0-
10.010.010.0
7.296.797.794.7---
8.99.1
10.07.58.310.05.010.09.2
-9.19.4
------
7.710.010.04.76.0
---
10.0-
10.010.010.0
150
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
4.2
2.9
3.2
8.0
2.5
8.8
9.7
8.0
9.3
10.0
10.0
5.8
7.8
9.7
8.9
9.4
7.8
9.7
9.9
10.0
8.2
8.3
8.5
10.0
6.2
7.7
9.5
5.2
8.5
8.6
9.5
8.0
8.5
9.8
9.4
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.9
10.0
8.7
5.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.7
10.0
10.0
8.7
9.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
22/1625/162
8.47
9.297.65
RANKING 10/162WESTERN EUROPEFINLAND
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
151
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.65 8.61 8.65 8.67 8.63 8.58 8.64 8.56 8.47
1
20
40
60
6 6 4 4 4 6 6 610
FINLAND | WESTERN EUROPE
8.657.819.508.79.77.98.79.79.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.09.08.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.09.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.617.719.518.79.77.98.79.79.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.09.18.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.09.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.657.799.508.79.77.98.79.79.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.210.08.98.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.09.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.677.879.488.79.77.98.79.79.210.010.010.010.010.010.09.08.89.38.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.09.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.637.819.448.69.77.58.59.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.08.88.89.18.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.08.79.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.587.709.468.69.77.58.59.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.08.88.99.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.08.79.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.647.799.498.69.67.88.59.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.210.08.88.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.08.79.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.567.719.418.79.58.08.59.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.09.27.6
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.08.79.310.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.477.659.298.69.58.08.59.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.07.9
10.08.75.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.08.79.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
152
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
4.2
3.0
2.4
8.0
3.5
6.9
7.1
5.7
7.3
8.3
8.3
6.4
6.4
7.8
6.5
9.5
8.1
9.8
10.0
10.0
8.2
8.3
7.7
10.0
6.8
7.5
9.4
5.6
7.3
6.8
6.8
7.0
6.5
9.7
9.5
9.6
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.3
7.5
7.1
7.2
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
10.0
10.0
8.0
6.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
57/16225/162
8.01
8.777.25
RANKING 32/162WESTERN EUROPEFRANCE
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
153
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.19 8.21 8.1 8.05 8.01 8 88.15 8.01
1
20
40
60
2621
28
34 33 3330
3532
FRANCE | WESTERN EUROPE
8.197.428.977.07.46.86.99.69.39.59.810.010.010.010.09.210.09.78.19.7
10.010.010.010.08.39.410.010.08.07.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.217.439.007.07.46.86.99.89.510.09.810.010.010.010.09.1
10.09.67.69.7
10.010.010.010.08.39.410.010.08.07.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.107.428.787.07.46.86.99.69.59.59.88.35.010.010.09.010.09.37.69.7
10.010.010.010.08.39.410.010.08.07.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.057.338.767.07.46.86.99.69.59.59.88.310.05.010.08.58.89.37.4
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.08.07.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.017.278.756.97.36.96.59.69.59.59.88.310.05.010.08.58.89.07.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.37.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.007.238.776.97.36.96.59.79.59.510.08.310.05.010.08.58.89.27.5
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.37.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.157.368.93
7.17.67.06.69.79.59.510.010.010.010.010.08.17.59.47.4
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.37.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.007.358.666.97.27.16.59.79.49.7
10.010.010.010.010.07.37.57.76.710.010.010.010.010.010.07.80.010.08.06.310.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
8.017.258.776.86.87.06.59.79.59.610.010.010.010.010.07.37.57.17.2
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.08.06.810.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
.00 .000
154
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
6.2
3.7
9.8
8.0
3.5
3.9
3.4
3.6
5.1
3.3
5.0
2.9
4.6
4.9
5.9
6.6
8.4
8.3
9.6
0.0
5.7
6.3
3.7
10.0
2.8
6.8
8.1
7.3
5.0
4.2
-
-
-
8.0
6.8
9.0
8.3
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
8.9
7.5
9.9
9.4
4.0
5.0
2.5
2.5
2.5
7.5
6.2
10.0
10.0
2.0
3.8
7.5
7.5
2.5
3.3
-
0.0
10.0
0.0
140/162144/162
5.58
5.325.84
RANKING 144/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAGABON
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
155
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.9 5.94 5.8 5.8 5.85.73 5.4 5.55 5.58
90
114
138
162
120 118
133 135 135138
147143 144
GABON | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
5.905.855.944.8
---
7.66.59.56.71.70.00.05.08.28.38.67.66.15.05.05.48.36.77.6
10.010.02.04.310.06.710.05.0
-0.010.0
-
5.945.806.084.8
---
7.66.59.56.73.35.00.05.08.08.38.37.56.15.05.05.48.36.77.5
10.010.02.03.810.06.710.05.0
-0.010.0
-
5.805.546.064.8
---
7.46.59.06.73.30.05.05.08.18.38.08.16.15.05.05.48.36.77.6
10.010.02.04.310.06.710.05.0
-0.010.0
-
5.805.446.164.8
---
7.46.59.06.73.310.00.00.08.08.88.07.27.57.57.57.56.38.87.3
10.010.02.04.010.07.57.55.0
-0.010.0
-
5.735.376.094.6
---
7.46.59.06.73.310.00.00.08.08.87.57.77.57.57.57.56.38.87.3
10.010.02.03.810.07.57.55.0
-0.010.0
-
5.805.426.194.6
---
8.26.89.58.33.310.00.00.08.18.87.97.77.97.57.57.56.38.87.3
10.010.02.04.010.07.57.53.3
-0.010.00.0
5.405.575.234.4
---
8.06.89.08.30.00.00.00.07.77.58.07.74.05.02.52.52.57.56.210.010.02.04.07.57.52.53.3
-0.010.00.0
5.555.785.324.4
---
8.06.89.08.30.00.00.00.08.67.59.48.74.05.02.52.52.57.56.310.010.02.04.57.57.52.53.3
-0.010.00.0
5.585.845.324.2
---
8.06.89.08.30.00.00.00.08.97.59.99.44.05.02.52.52.57.56.210.010.02.03.87.57.52.53.3
-0.010.00.0
0 0 0 0 0
156
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.5
8.3
9.6
4.0
8.0
5.5
4.6
5.1
5.8
3.3
5.8
5.1
6.3
7.7
6.9
9.3
9.0
9.4
8.6
10.0
7.5
6.5
5.2
10.0
8.2
7.0
7.2
7.9
5.9
4.0
-
-
-
6.2
6.3
8.0
4.1
6.7
10.0
5.0
5.0
7.6
-
8.7
6.5
-
-
-
-
-
-
2.9
10.0
0.0
0.3
1.3
-
-
-
5.0
-
10.0
0.0
5.0
49/162145/162
6.32
5.307.34
RANKING 115/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAGAMBIA, THE
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
157
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.41 6.62 6.48 6.62 6.56 6.34 6.32
60
94
128
162
114105
109102 105
115 115
GAMBIA, THE | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
--------------------------------------
--------------------------------------
6.417.245.584.8
---
6.96.18.56.08.310.05.010.08.8
-9.28.4
------
4.210.04.11.31.3---
0.0-
0.00.0
-
6.627.046.194.8
---
6.76.1
10.04.18.35.010.010.09.0
-9.48.5
------
4.210.04.31.31.3---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
6.486.876.084.4
---
6.56.19.54.18.35.010.010.09.3
-9.29.4
------
4.110.04.50.71.3---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
6.627.325.934.4
---
6.76.39.54.16.75.010.05.09.5
-9.39.6
------
4.110.04.60.71.3---
5.0-
10.00.05.0
6.567.355.784.2
---
6.26.38.04.16.710.05.05.09.6
-9.69.6
------
4.310.04.81.01.5---
5.0-
10.00.05.0
6.347.225.464.2
---
6.26.38.04.16.710.05.05.08.5
-9.08.0
------
2.810.00.00.31.0---
5.0-
10.00.05.0
6.327.345.304.0
---
6.26.38.04.16.710.05.05.07.6-
8.76.5
------
2.910.00.00.31.3---
5.0-
10.00.05.0
158
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.5
5.3
6.9
8.0
10.0
6.3
4.3
4.0
6.1
5.3
-
6.8
10.0
7.0
7.0
9.2
8.3
9.0
9.6
10.0
8.6
9.3
7.6
10.0
7.4
8.5
9.8
7.8
7.8
5.4
5.6
5.4
5.1
8.7
9.6
8.9
7.5
8.3
5.0
10.0
10.0
7.2
7.5
8.1
5.9
8.5
10.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
10.0
8.6
10.0
10.0
5.7
4.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.0
7.0
5.0
10.0
10.0
7/16258/162
7.80
7.588.02
RANKING 40/162CAUCASUS & CENTRAL ASIAGEORGIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
159
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.56 7.78 7.82 7.55 7.56 7.81 7.90 7.88 7.80
30
50
70
90
46 4441
52 50
43 41 39 40
GEORGIA | CAUCASUS & CENTRAL ASIA
7.567.577.546.05.36.16.67.67.65.210.010.010.010.010.08.7-
9.67.7------
4.50.010.05.32.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.787.418.156.05.36.16.68.68.07.7
10.010.010.010.010.08.9
-9.97.8------
7.110.010.05.03.5
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.827.508.146.05.36.16.68.58.27.3
10.010.010.010.010.08.6
-9.77.5------
7.510.010.05.34.5
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.557.647.466.05.36.16.68.18.28.57.56.710.05.05.08.78.810.07.48.310.07.56.37.5
10.08.310.010.05.74.810.07.5
10.07.5-
5.010.0
-
7.567.757.385.34.96.05.18.38.98.57.56.710.05.05.09.08.810.08.18.310.07.56.37.5
10.08.410.010.06.05.010.07.5
10.07.5-
5.010.0
-
7.817.877.765.34.96.05.18.58.99.07.58.310.05.010.08.98.89.78.19.210.07.56.37.5
10.08.410.010.06.05.310.07.5
10.08.3
-5.010.010.0
7.908.027.775.75.46.35.48.58.99.07.58.35.010.010.08.37.59.67.98.510.07.57.57.5
10.08.710.010.06.05.010.010.010.08.3
-5.010.010.0
7.887.987.786.06.16.15.68.79.69.07.58.35.010.010.07.67.58.47.08.510.07.57.57.5
10.08.710.010.05.75.010.010.010.08.07.05.010.010.0
7.808.027.585.45.65.45.18.79.68.97.58.35.010.010.07.27.58.15.98.510.07.57.57.5
10.08.610.010.05.74.810.010.010.08.07.05.010.010.0
160
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.5
3.9
3.1
10.0
5.0
7.4
7.5
7.0
7.6
10.0
8.3
5.8
6.8
7.2
6.6
9.5
8.1
9.9
9.9
10.0
8.0
8.3
8.0
10.0
5.9
8.0
8.3
7.4
8.2
8.3
8.6
8.5
7.7
9.8
9.5
9.9
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.7
10.0
7.3
5.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.4
10.0
10.0
8.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
20/1629/162
8.46
9.247.69
RANKING 13/162WESTERN EUROPEGERMANY
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
161
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.32 8.35 8.35 8.46 8.42 8.44 8.49 8.48 8.46
1
20
40
60
1814 14
1013 12 12 13 13
GERMANY | WESTERN EUROPE
8.327.509.147.98.18.07.69.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.08.18.88.76.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.010.08.08.510.010.06.710.0
-10.010.0
-
8.357.559.147.98.18.07.69.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.08.28.88.96.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.010.08.08.310.010.06.710.0
-10.010.0
-
8.357.599.117.98.18.07.69.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.07.88.88.56.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.010.08.08.310.010.06.710.0
-10.010.0
-
8.467.689.247.98.18.07.69.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.08.710.08.87.3
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.08.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.427.649.217.88.28.27.19.89.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.08.410.08.27.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.08.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.447.669.227.88.28.27.19.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.410.08.46.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.08.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.497.679.308.28.68.27.69.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.510.08.17.4
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.08.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.487.679.298.38.68.67.79.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.1
10.07.66.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.07.5
10.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
8.467.699.248.38.68.57.79.89.59.910.010.010.010.010.07.7
10.07.35.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.07.5
10.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
162
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.0
5.4
9.6
6.0
7.0
5.4
6.0
5.3
5.5
5.0
4.2
3.7
7.1
6.4
5.6
7.0
7.1
9.3
6.5
5.0
6.5
7.3
4.4
10.0
4.3
7.2
8.4
6.6
6.4
5.7
5.8
6.2
5.1
9.0
9.3
9.5
8.2
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.1
7.5
8.8
8.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
8.8
10.0
10.0
7.0
6.8
10.0
7.5
10.0
7.5
-
7.5
5.0
10.0
98/16246/162
7.24
7.876.60
RANKING 57/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAGHANA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
163
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.21 7.25 7.17 7.20 7.03 7.23 7.14 7.12 7.24
30
50
70
90
62 60
66
61
69
58
65 67
57
GHANA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
7.216.827.615.45.86.14.58.89.39.57.7
10.010.010.010.07.47.18.66.68.810.010.07.17.1
10.09.310.010.07.37.8
10.010.010.05.0
-5.05.0
-
7.256.877.635.45.86.14.58.89.39.57.7
10.010.010.010.07.67.18.77.08.810.010.07.17.1
10.09.310.010.07.37.8
10.010.010.05.0
-5.05.0
-
7.176.757.585.45.86.14.58.89.39.57.7
10.010.010.010.07.17.17.66.78.810.010.07.17.1
10.09.310.010.07.37.8
10.010.010.05.0
-5.05.0
-
7.206.767.655.45.86.14.59.09.39.58.210.010.010.010.07.78.87.96.48.510.07.57.58.88.89.310.010.07.37.5
10.010.010.05.0
-5.05.0
-
7.036.447.635.45.95.94.49.09.39.58.210.010.010.010.07.68.87.56.48.510.07.57.58.88.89.310.010.07.37.5
10.010.010.05.0
-5.05.0
-
7.236.557.925.45.95.94.49.09.39.58.210.010.010.010.07.78.87.96.58.810.07.57.58.88.89.310.010.07.37.5
10.010.010.07.5-
7.55.010.0
7.146.417.875.86.46.15.09.09.39.58.210.010.010.010.07.77.58.67.07.57.57.57.57.57.58.910.010.07.37.5
10.07.5
10.07.5-
7.55.010.0
7.126.527.715.35.16.14.79.09.39.58.210.010.010.010.08.07.59.07.57.57.57.57.57.57.58.36.410.07.37.010.07.5
10.07.5-
7.55.010.0
7.246.607.875.75.86.25.19.09.39.58.210.010.010.010.08.17.58.88.07.57.57.57.57.57.58.810.010.07.06.810.07.5
10.07.5-
7.55.010.0
164
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
4.4
5.2
3.9
6.0
2.5
5.8
4.7
2.3
4.8
8.3
7.5
4.1
8.0
5.6
6.6
8.0
7.6
9.7
9.8
5.0
7.7
8.3
7.9
10.0
4.5
6.4
7.9
5.0
6.4
5.8
6.4
5.7
5.3
8.9
9.7
8.6
8.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.3
10.0
7.6
4.4
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.7
10.0
10.0
5.7
5.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
6.8
7.0
5.0
10.0
5.0
108/16245/162
7.20
7.956.46
RANKING 61/162EASTERN EUROPEGREECE
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
165
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.94 7.86 7.71 7.71 7.63 7.49 7.48 7.26 7.20
30
50
70
90
38 39
45 44 4650 50
5861
GREECE | EASTERN EUROPE
7.947.108.776.17.26.15.09.79.59.510.010.010.010.010.09.210.08.69.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.010.07.06.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.866.968.776.17.26.15.09.69.59.510.010.010.010.010.09.210.08.69.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.010.07.06.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.716.818.626.17.26.15.09.69.49.510.010.010.010.010.09.210.08.68.810.010.010.010.010.010.07.81.0
10.07.06.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.716.698.736.17.26.15.09.69.49.510.010.010.010.010.09.08.88.99.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.010.07.06.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.636.678.605.86.76.14.69.69.49.510.010.010.010.010.08.68.87.99.310.010.010.010.010.010.08.810.010.06.05.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.496.888.095.86.76.14.68.99.59.08.310.010.010.010.08.98.88.89.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.610.010.05.35.010.010.010.06.7-
5.010.05.0
7.486.818.145.86.65.94.99.09.69.08.310.010.010.010.09.310.09.18.710.010.010.010.010.010.08.510.010.04.74.810.010.010.06.7-
5.010.05.0
7.266.458.075.97.15.75.19.09.79.08.310.010.010.010.08.010.08.35.810.010.010.010.010.010.08.610.010.05.05.010.010.010.06.87.05.010.05.0
7.206.467.955.86.45.75.38.99.78.68.310.010.010.010.07.3
10.07.64.410.010.010.010.010.010.08.710.010.05.75.510.010.010.06.87.05.010.05.0
166
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
9.5
8.7
9.9
10.0
9.5
4.4
4.3
3.1
5.0
6.7
4.2
3.4
8.3
3.0
2.6
9.6
9.3
9.9
9.1
10.0
8.2
8.6
6.3
10.0
7.9
6.6
9.6
4.0
6.0
4.0
5.4
3.5
3.0
6.3
0.0
9.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.5
10.0
8.9
6.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
10.0
2.5
10.0
7.5
4.0
10.0
4.0
4.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
6.3
0.0
5.0
10.0
10.0
23/16299/162
7.09
6.557.64
RANKING 66/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANGUATEMALA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
167
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.2 7.17 7.21 6.9 7 7.14 7.3 7.11 7.09
50
75
100
125
64 6663
84
73
64
57
68 66
GUATEMALA | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
7.207.217.194.65.94.13.76.50.09.510.010.010.010.010.08.87.19.69.68.510.010.07.17.18.36.90.010.04.73.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.177.157.184.65.94.13.76.50.09.510.010.010.010.010.08.77.19.49.68.510.010.07.17.18.36.90.010.04.73.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.217.157.274.65.94.13.76.30.09.010.010.010.010.010.08.67.19.29.48.510.010.07.17.18.38.310.010.04.73.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.907.226.574.65.94.13.76.20.08.510.010.010.010.010.08.87.59.49.47.57.57.57.57.57.56.33.310.04.73.57.57.57.56.3
-2.510.0
-
7.007.416.584.15.53.63.06.30.09.010.010.010.010.010.08.87.59.69.47.57.57.57.57.57.57.3
10.010.04.73.87.57.57.56.3
-2.510.0
-
7.147.666.624.15.53.63.06.30.09.010.010.010.010.010.08.57.59.38.87.57.57.57.57.57.55.80.010.04.33.87.57.57.58.3
-5.010.010.0
7.307.656.954.15.63.63.06.30.09.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.09.38.87.57.57.5
10.02.510.08.310.010.04.04.010.010.010.08.3
-5.010.010.0
7.117.696.533.95.63.32.96.30.09.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.09.47.67.57.57.5
10.02.510.06.90.010.04.04.310.010.010.06.30.05.010.010.0
7.097.646.554.05.43.53.06.30.09.010.010.010.010.010.08.510.08.96.57.57.57.5
10.02.510.07.54.010.04.04.310.010.010.06.30.05.010.010.0
.000 00
168
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
3.1
-
-
-
7.0
6.5
9.5
5.1
3.3
0.0
5.0
5.0
8.5
10.0
9.1
6.5
9.0
7.5
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
5.8
1.9
10.0
3.3
2.8
7.5
7.5
7.5
1.7
-
0.0
0.0
5.0
137/162140/162
5.65
5.375.93
RANKING 141/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAGUINEA
4.7
7.6
-
0.0
6.5
3.8
-
3.2
-
3.3
4.2
3.3
7.3
-
-
6.0
6.7
7.7
9.7
0.0
5.7
7.5
4.3
10.0
1.2
6.0
7.5
3.5
6.9
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
169
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.77 5.49 5.65 5.65
90
114
138
162
139143
140 141
GUINEA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
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5.775.655.883.1---
7.06.59.55.15.010.00.05.08.68.89.77.47.97.57.58.88.88.87.010.010.03.73.07.57.57.55.0
-0.010.05.0
5.495.625.373.0
---
7.06.59.55.13.30.05.05.09.010.09.57.49.07.57.5
10.010.010.05.60.010.03.73.07.57.57.51.7-
0.00.05.0
5.655.745.563.3
---
7.06.59.55.13.30.05.05.08.710.08.77.49.07.57.5
10.010.010.07.010.010.03.72.87.57.57.51.7-
0.00.05.0
5.655.935.373.1---
7.06.59.55.13.30.05.05.08.510.09.16.59.07.57.5
10.010.010.05.81.9
10.03.32.87.57.57.51.7-
0.00.05.0
170
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
2.8
-
-
-
7.0
6.2
9.0
5.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.9
-
9.9
9.8
-
-
-
-
-
-
7.1
10.0
10.0
4.3
4.0
-
-
-
8.3
-
5.0
10.0
10.0
154/16287/162
6.05
6.865.25
RANKING 133/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAGUINEA-BISSAU
6.5
9.6
-
6.0
4.0
3.2
2.5
2.8
5.9
0.8
4.2
5.4
6.2
2.0
4.1
7.9
9.4
9.0
8.4
5.0
5.1
7.4
3.1
6.6
3.2
6.9
10.0
5.1
5.5
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
171
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.69 5.83 5.69 5.94 5.96 5.63 6 6.21 6.05.00
90
114
138
162
126 125
138
131 129
142
132
120
133
GUINEA-BISSAU | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
5.694.816.583.7---
6.95.810.05.010.010.010.0
-9.0
-9.38.8
------
7.410.010.05.04.5
---
5.0-
0.010.0
-
5.835.196.463.7---
6.45.88.55.010.010.010.0
-9.3
-9.98.7------
7.310.010.05.04.0
---
5.0-
0.010.0
-
5.695.056.333.7---
6.45.88.55.010.010.010.0
-8.3
-9.47.2------
7.210.010.05.03.8
---
5.0-
0.010.0
-
5.945.626.253.7---
6.85.88.56.010.010.010.010.08.2
-9.27.2------
7.210.010.05.03.8
---
3.8-
7.50.0
-
5.965.965.953.0
---
6.85.88.56.010.010.010.010.07.8-
8.76.9
------
6.610.010.03.72.8
---
3.8-
7.50.0
-
5.635.076.193.0
---
6.86.28.55.810.010.010.010.08.3
-9.07.6------
6.610.010.03.72.8
---
5.0-
5.00.010.0
6.005.356.663.0
---
7.06.29.05.810.010.010.010.07.7-
9.06.5
------
7.110.010.04.34.0
---
8.3-
5.010.010.0
6.215.586.833.1---
7.06.29.05.810.010.010.010.09.0
-9.88.2
------
7.010.010.04.04.0
---
8.3-
5.010.010.0
6.055.256.862.8
---
7.06.29.05.810.010.010.010.09.9
-9.99.8
------
7.110.010.04.34.0
---
8.3-
5.010.010.0
172
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.9
5.3
-
6.0
6.5
4.4
3.9
4.1
4.5
6.7
2.5
4.4
7.6
3.0
4.4
8.3
9.8
8.7
9.9
5.0
6.4
6.5
3.8
10.0
5.3
6.5
6.3
7.2
5.9
4.7
4.9
5.1
4.0
7.4
2.7
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
-
9.2
-
9.7
8.7
-
-
-
-
-
-
8.1
10.0
10.0
6.3
6.0
-
-
-
5.0
-
-
5.0
-
119/16278/162
6.68
7.046.31
RANKING 96/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANGUYANA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
173
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 201620152014
60
85
110
135
93
81
99
6571
85
102
86
96
GUYANA | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
6.686.406.954.8
---
6.31.57.4
10.010.010.010.010.09.8
-9.79.8
------
8.610.010.07.76.8
---
5.0--
5.0-
6.836.337.344.8
---
7.73.79.510.010.010.010.010.09.9
-10.09.8
------
8.610.010.07.76.8
---
5.0--
5.0-
6.706.217.194.8
---
7.32.59.510.010.010.010.010.09.6
-9.49.8
------
8.610.010.07.76.8
---
5.0--
5.0-
7.086.317.854.8
---
7.53.19.510.010.010.010.010.09.7-
9.69.8
------
8.410.010.07.36.3
---
10.0--
10.0-
7.016.307.714.4
---
7.42.69.510.010.010.010.010.09.7-
9.69.8
------
8.410.010.07.06.5
---
10.0--
10.0-
6.846.047.634.4
---
7.11.89.510.010.010.010.0
-9.6
-9.79.5
------
8.410.010.06.76.8
---
10.0--
10.0-
6.586.216.954.2
---
7.22.29.510.010.010.010.0
-9.5
-9.79.3
------
8.210.010.06.36.5
---
5.0--
5.0-
6.736.526.954.34.54.83.57.22.29.510.010.010.010.0
-9.3
-9.79.0
------
8.210.010.06.36.5
---
5.0--
5.0-
6.686.317.044.74.95.14.07.42.79.510.010.010.010.0
-9.2
-9.78.7------
8.110.010.06.36.0
---
5.0--
5.0-
05
6
7
8
6.68 6.83 6.7 7.08 7.01 6.84 6.58 6.73 6.68
174
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
8.4
8.8
9.9
7.0
8.0
2.5
2.4
2.4
2.8
0.0
2.5
3.9
2.7
3.4
3.6
7.2
7.9
8.7
7.2
5.0
7.5
7.0
6.2
10.0
6.8
6.9
8.2
7.9
4.5
3.6
-
-
-
7.8
6.0
9.0
8.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.4
10.0
8.9
6.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.2
10.0
10.0
4.3
5.8
10.0
7.5
10.0
6.9
0.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
104/16274/162
6.85
7.186.51
RANKING 75/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANHAITI
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
175
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.94 6.93 6.62 6.74 6.52 6.74 7.03 6.88 6.85
60
85
110
135
75 75
10397
105
94
68
77 75
HAITI | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
6.946.767.123.6
---
8.67.99.58.310.010.010.010.07.84.210.09.26.810.010.04.24.25.48.610.010.05.05.010.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.936.797.073.6
---
8.37.69.08.310.010.010.010.07.94.210.09.66.810.010.04.24.25.48.710.010.05.05.810.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.626.217.023.6
---
8.27.39.08.310.010.010.010.07.64.29.69.06.810.010.04.24.25.48.710.010.05.35.810.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.746.297.193.6
---
7.66.48.08.310.010.010.010.09.610.09.99.09.310.010.010.010.06.38.710.010.05.35.510.010.010.06.3
-7.55.0
-
6.526.007.053.2
---
7.46.08.08.310.010.010.010.09.610.09.98.99.310.010.010.010.06.38.710.010.05.35.810.010.010.06.3
-7.55.0
-
6.746.367.123.2
---
7.46.08.08.310.010.010.010.09.610.09.88.98.810.010.010.010.06.38.710.010.05.35.510.010.010.07.5-
7.55.010.0
7.036.587.473.3
---
7.86.09.08.310.010.010.010.09.610.09.88.910.010.010.010.010.010.08.310.010.05.05.810.07.5
10.09.2
-7.5
10.010.0
6.886.547.213.4
---
7.86.09.08.310.010.010.010.09.210.09.38.210.010.010.010.010.010.08.210.010.04.75.510.07.5
10.06.90.07.5
10.010.0
6.856.517.183.6
---
7.86.09.08.310.010.010.010.08.410.08.96.310.010.010.010.010.010.08.210.010.04.35.810.07.5
10.06.90.07.5
10.010.0
176
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
8.5
7.1
10.0
8.0
9.0
3.4
2.8
2.9
4.6
4.2
2.5
2.9
7.6
2.6
2.2
9.3
8.5
9.2
9.5
10.0
7.2
8.4
4.8
10.0
5.6
6.8
9.4
5.1
5.9
3.2
3.1
4.1
2.4
5.9
0.0
9.5
8.3
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
8.7
10.0
8.8
7.4
8.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
10.0
10.0
8.0
10.0
10.0
4.0
1.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
0.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
70/162107/162
6.72
6.397.06
RANKING 92/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANHONDURAS
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
177
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.01 6.86 6.85 6.68 6.52 6.54 6.91 6.87 6.72
60
85
110
135
70
79
86
100105
109
79 79
92
HONDURAS | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
7.017.286.734.3
---
6.20.08.510.010.010.010.010.08.77.19.79.46.97.57.55.47.17.18.010.010.05.04.310.010.06.77.5-
5.010.0
-
6.867.166.564.3
---
6.20.08.510.010.010.010.010.08.77.19.89.16.97.57.55.47.17.16.30.010.04.33.310.010.06.77.5-
5.010.0
-
6.857.216.494.3
---
6.00.08.010.010.010.010.010.08.57.19.19.16.97.57.55.47.17.16.30.010.04.72.510.010.06.77.5-
5.010.0
-
6.687.286.074.3
---
5.70.08.09.26.75.010.05.07.96.39.28.36.87.57.56.36.36.35.60.010.04.32.57.57.57.58.8
-7.5
10.0-
6.527.165.883.5
---
5.70.08.09.26.75.010.05.08.06.39.68.16.87.57.56.36.36.35.60.010.04.32.57.57.57.58.8
-7.5
10.0-
6.547.13
5.963.5
---
5.40.08.08.36.75.010.05.08.06.39.58.17.17.57.56.36.36.35.50.010.04.02.37.57.57.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
6.917.266.553.43.54.52.15.90.09.58.38.310.010.05.09.010.09.67.38.57.57.57.5
10.010.06.50.010.03.71.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.877.356.403.33.04.32.55.90.09.58.38.310.010.05.08.710.09.07.18.57.57.57.5
10.010.07.9
10.010.04.01.5
10.010.010.07.50.010.010.010.0
6.727.066.393.23.14.12.45.90.09.58.38.310.010.05.08.710.08.87.48.57.57.57.5
10.010.08.010.010.04.01.8
10.010.010.07.50.010.010.010.0
178
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
8.6
7.9
9.4
7.0
10.0
7.9
8.5
7.5
8.6
8.3
8.3
6.1
6.9
8.9
8.0
9.6
9.1
9.6
9.5
10.0
9.3
10.0
8.8
10.0
8.5
9.4
10.0
9.4
8.9
7.1
6.5
7.7
7.2
9.4
9.8
10.0
8.3
10.0
-
-
10.0
8.6
7.5
9.5
8.8
8.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
10.0
8.7
10.0
10.0
5.7
5.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
1/16232/162
8.78
8.588.97
RANKING 3/162EAST ASIAHONG KONG
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
179
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
9.13 9.05 9.03 9.03 9 8.97 8.89 8.86 8.78
1
20
40
60
1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 3
HONG KONG | EAST ASIA
9.139.199.067.57.97.17.69.59.89.69.210.0
--
10.09.7
10.09.99.19.410.010.07.1
10.010.09.010.010.06.07.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
9.059.099.027.57.97.17.69.69.7
10.09.210.0
--
10.08.910.09.86.99.410.010.07.1
10.010.09.010.010.06.07.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
9.039.029.047.57.97.17.69.79.810.09.210.0
--
10.09.010.09.47.69.410.010.07.1
10.010.09.010.010.06.37.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
9.038.999.077.57.97.17.69.79.910.09.210.0
--
10.08.910.09.67.19.810.010.08.810.010.09.010.010.06.36.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
9.008.969.047.47.67.27.39.79.810.09.210.0
--
10.09.010.09.87.39.810.010.08.810.010.08.910.010.06.36.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.978.968.987.47.67.27.39.39.7
10.08.310.0
--
10.09.210.09.58.1
10.010.010.08.810.010.08.910.010.06.06.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.899.008.787.87.97.67.99.49.810.08.310.0
--
10.08.17.59.47.58.07.57.57.57.5
10.08.710.010.05.75.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.868.978.757.87.67.78.09.49.910.08.310.0
--
10.08.47.59.38.58.07.57.57.57.5
10.08.810.010.05.75.810.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.788.978.58
7.16.57.77.29.49.810.08.310.0
--
10.08.67.59.58.88.07.57.57.57.5
10.08.710.010.05.75.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
.00
180
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
4.9
3.3
5.3
4.0
7.0
5.9
3.6
2.7
3.8
10.0
6.7
5.0
8.0
5.8
7.6
9.7
9.3
9.6
9.9
10.0
8.0
8.3
7.6
10.0
6.0
7.6
9.7
6.9
6.3
5.4
6.6
5.0
4.7
9.6
9.2
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.3
7.5
8.0
6.4
9.0
10.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
7.5
8.8
10.0
10.0
6.0
5.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
59/16238/162
7.74
8.267.22
RANKING 42/162EASTERN EUROPEHUNGARY
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
181
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
8.05 8.08 8.10 8.05 7.93 7.95 7.96 7.82 7.74
20
35
50
65
3330
28
3438 37
3941 42
HUNGARY | EASTERN EUROPE
8.057.208.896.47.45.56.49.59.39.59.810.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.79.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.087.278.906.47.45.56.49.69.49.59.810.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.69.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.77.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.107.318.886.47.45.56.49.69.49.59.810.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.010.06.77.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.057.388.726.47.45.56.49.69.49.59.810.010.010.010.09.08.89.68.69.310.010.08.88.88.89.010.010.06.06.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.937.338.535.76.84.95.49.69.59.59.810.010.010.010.08.88.89.38.39.310.010.08.88.88.89.010.010.06.06.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.957.348.565.76.84.95.49.69.49.510.010.010.010.010.08.78.88.98.39.610.010.08.88.88.89.010.010.06.36.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.967.368.576.07.25.35.59.69.49.510.010.010.010.010.08.67.59.48.89.010.07.5
10.010.07.59.010.010.06.36.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.827.198.445.96.95.25.49.59.19.510.010.010.010.010.08.07.58.48.29.010.07.5
10.010.07.58.910.010.06.06.310.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
7.747.228.265.46.65.04.79.69.29.510.010.010.010.010.07.37.58.06.49.010.07.5
10.010.07.58.810.010.06.05.810.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
182
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.5
2.3
8.0
8.0
3.5
8.4
8.0
6.8
8.2
10.0
10.0
6.8
8.8
8.9
8.2
7.1
9.2
9.3
9.7
0.0
7.2
7.3
7.0
10.0
4.3
8.0
8.3
7.7
8.0
7.6
-
-
-
10.0
9.9
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.1
10.0
9.6
4.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.6
10.0
10.0
8.7
8.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
59/16213/162
8.15
9.087.22
RANKING 27/162WESTERN EUROPEICELAND
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
183
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
8.28 8.07 7.84 8.08 8.11 8.13 8.24 8.2 8.15
1
20
40
60
20
32
40
3128 27 25 27 27
ICELAND | WESTERN EUROPE
8.287.349.217.8---
10.09.910.010.010.010.010.010.08.5
-8.78.3
------
9.710.010.09.79.0
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
8.076.909.257.8---
10.09.910.010.010.010.010.010.08.8
-9.28.5
------
9.610.010.09.78.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.846.489.197.8---
9.99.810.010.010.010.010.010.08.5
-8.78.3
------
9.610.010.09.78.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
8.086.869.307.8---
9.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.210.08.88.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.08.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.116.949.277.7---
10.09.910.010.010.010.010.010.08.910.08.68.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.08.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.137.029.257.7---
10.09.910.010.010.010.010.010.08.610.08.87.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.09.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.247.239.257.8---
9.99.810.010.010.010.010.010.08.710.08.97.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.010.08.78.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.207.259.157.9---
9.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.1
10.09.25.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.010.08.78.810.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.157.229.087.6---
10.09.910.010.010.010.010.010.08.1
10.09.64.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.010.08.78.810.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
0
184
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.7
6.9
9.0
7.0
8.0
5.2
5.6
5.7
5.6
6.7
7.5
3.1
6.2
5.9
5.6
8.2
9.8
9.0
9.0
5.0
5.6
6.3
3.9
10.0
2.1
6.5
6.5
6.4
6.6
4.3
4.5
4.2
4.2
7.4
8.7
6.9
6.7
6.7
5.0
5.0
10.0
5.5
5.0
5.5
5.9
7.0
7.5
7.5
10.0
5.0
5.0
7.9
9.6
10.0
6.3
4.5
10.0
7.5
7.5
5.5
7.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
96/162112/162
6.41
6.206.63
RANKING 110/162SOUTH ASIAINDIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
185
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.52 6.49 6.48 6.93 6.87 6.66 6.25 6.41 6.41
60
85
110
135
101 101
113
81 83
101
121
114110
INDIA | SOUTH ASIA
6.526.476.574.34.14.54.47.08.56.85.86.710.05.05.08.510.09.36.08.810.07.5
10.08.38.38.49.610.06.75.810.06.710.05.0
-0.010.0
-
6.496.396.594.34.14.54.47.18.56.95.86.75.010.05.08.510.09.46.08.810.07.5
10.08.38.38.59.910.07.06.310.06.710.05.0
-0.010.0
-
6.486.396.574.34.14.54.47.18.56.95.86.710.05.05.08.410.09.45.78.810.07.5
10.08.38.38.59.810.07.05.810.06.710.05.0
-0.010.0
-
6.936.577.294.34.14.54.47.18.56.95.88.35.010.010.08.510.09.36.49.810.010.010.08.810.07.89.810.07.05.37.55.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.876.547.204.14.13.94.57.18.56.95.88.35.010.010.08.210.09.35.39.810.010.010.08.810.07.79.7
10.06.75.37.55.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.666.366.974.14.13.94.57.48.66.96.78.35.010.010.08.210.09.25.410.010.010.010.08.810.07.79.510.06.75.07.55.010.06.7-
5.010.05.0
6.256.236.284.44.34.24.77.48.56.96.76.75.05.010.06.75.09.16.07.07.57.5
10.05.05.08.09.810.06.35.010.07.57.55.0
-5.05.05.0
6.416.616.204.24.24.34.17.48.66.96.76.75.05.010.05.95.06.26.57.07.57.5
10.05.05.08.09.7
10.06.34.810.07.57.55.57.05.05.05.0
6.416.636.204.34.54.24.27.48.76.96.76.75.05.010.05.55.05.55.97.07.57.5
10.05.05.07.99.610.06.34.510.07.57.55.57.05.05.05.0
186
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.8
7.6
9.1
7.0
7.5
4.9
5.6
5.0
6.0
4.2
4.2
3.2
6.8
5.5
5.3
9.7
9.9
9.6
9.3
10.0
7.0
7.9
4.9
10.0
5.2
6.4
8.1
4.6
6.6
4.1
4.2
4.5
3.5
8.9
9.8
9.5
7.5
6.7
10.0
5.0
5.0
3.9
2.5
6.2
2.8
7.0
10.0
10.0
5.0
2.5
7.5
7.5
10.0
10.0
4.7
5.5
7.5
10.0
5.0
6.3
10.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
65/162108/162
6.77
6.387.16
RANKING 85/162SOUTH ASIAINDONESIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
187
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.79 6.87 7.01 6.94 6.88 6.97 6.71 6.71 6.77
60
85
110
135
8478
7479 80
75
92 9085
INDONESIA | SOUTH ASIA
6.796.397.184.64.54.94.59.19.89.58.08.310.010.05.05.64.26.46.17.87.57.57.17.1
10.08.410.010.04.04.810.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.876.557.204.64.54.94.59.19.89.58.08.310.010.05.05.74.26.46.57.87.57.57.17.1
10.08.49.610.04.05.310.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
7.016.857.164.64.54.94.59.19.89.58.08.310.010.05.05.44.25.96.27.87.57.57.17.1
10.08.28.810.04.05.010.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.946.877.014.64.54.94.59.29.89.58.36.75.010.05.07.18.86.26.29.010.010.08.87.58.87.9
10.010.04.75.510.07.57.55.0
-5.05.0
-
6.886.846.924.24.44.73.79.29.89.58.36.75.010.05.07.18.86.16.59.010.010.08.87.58.87.89.610.04.75.510.07.57.55.0
-5.05.0
-
6.977.016.934.24.44.73.78.99.89.57.56.75.010.05.07.38.86.46.79.610.010.08.87.58.87.9
10.010.04.75.510.07.57.55.0
-5.05.05.0
6.717.026.404.04.14.33.58.99.89.57.56.710.05.05.05.52.57.07.17.010.010.05.02.57.57.5
10.010.04.75.57.5
10.05.05.0
-5.05.05.0
6.717.006.434.14.24.33.88.99.89.57.56.710.05.05.04.32.56.34.17.010.010.05.02.57.57.5
10.010.04.75.57.5
10.05.06.310.05.05.05.0
6.777.166.384.14.24.53.58.99.89.57.56.710.05.05.03.92.56.22.87.010.010.05.02.57.57.5
10.010.04.75.57.5
10.05.06.310.05.05.05.0
188
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
6.9
5.5
8.0
4.0
10.0
4.6
4.4
3.8
4.7
7.5
6.7
5.6
7.9
5.6
5.7
8.4
8.8
5.0
9.9
10.0
4.6
4.1
2.6
10.0
1.7
5.7
6.4
4.8
5.8
4.4
3.4
5.2
4.5
7.1
9.0
6.5
5.8
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
4.3
2.5
6.9
3.4
4.0
2.5
5.0
5.0
2.5
5.0
5.4
10.0
9.0
0.0
1.0
7.5
5.0
5.0
3.0
7.0
0.0
0.0
5.0
130/162154/162
5.28
4.536.03
RANKING 153/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICAIRAN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
189
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.47 5.13 5.2 4.84 4.44 4.56 4.56 4.95 5.28
90
114
138
162
131
140
149 151 153156 157
154 153
IRAN | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
5.476.064.884.32.26.24.58.08.87.77.53.35.00.05.05.8
-7.54.2
------
5.310.09.30.31.5---
0.0-
0.00.0
-
5.135.914.354.32.26.24.57.58.86.27.51.70.00.05.05.4
-6.64.2
------
4.18.66.90.01.0---
0.0-
0.00.0
-
5.205.914.494.32.26.24.57.58.86.17.53.35.00.05.05.0
-6.33.7------
4.010.05.40.00.8
---
0.0-
0.00.0
-
4.845.634.054.32.26.24.57.38.96.36.70.00.00.00.05.05.06.13.93.05.02.52.52.52.53.610.04.40.00.55.02.52.50.0
-0.00.0
-
4.444.963.923.81.95.63.87.48.96.56.70.00.00.00.05.15.06.24.03.05.02.52.52.52.53.38.74.10.00.55.02.52.50.0
-0.00.0
-
4.565.044.093.81.95.63.87.18.96.55.80.00.00.00.05.05.06.23.73.35.02.52.52.52.53.810.05.50.01.05.02.52.51.7-
0.00.05.0
4.564.894.233.92.15.63.97.19.06.55.80.00.00.00.04.32.56.53.74.02.55.05.02.55.05.010.06.20.01.07.55.05.01.7-
0.00.05.0
4.955.404.494.33.15.54.37.19.06.55.80.00.00.00.04.32.57.03.44.02.55.05.02.55.05.210.07.60.01.07.55.05.03.07.00.00.05.0
5.286.034.534.43.45.24.57.19.06.55.80.00.00.00.04.32.56.93.44.02.55.05.02.55.05.410.09.00.01.07.55.05.03.07.00.00.05.0
0
190
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
5.2
4.0
8.0
0.0
9.0
2.8
-
3.0
-
0.0
2.5
4.8
7.2
-
-
7.3
6.3
4.4
8.3
10.0
5.2
9.7
0.5
9.6
1.2
6.5
7.1
6.5
5.8
2.5
-
-
-
4.0
6.1
0.0
5.8
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
5.3
7.5
5.2
3.2
4.5
5.0
7.5
5.0
2.5
2.5
5.3
0.0
10.0
2.3
2.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
0.0
-
0.0
0.0
0.0
152/162160/162
4.26
3.125.40
RANKING 159/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICAIRAQ
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
191
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
4.26
90
114
138
162 159
IRAQ | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
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4.265.403.122.5
---
4.06.10.05.80.00.00.00.05.37.55.23.24.55.07.55.02.52.55.30.010.02.32.07.57.57.50.0
-0.00.00.0
192
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.3
3.7
7.0
10.0
4.5
7.7
8.8
5.3
8.3
10.0
10.0
3.9
8.6
8.0
6.6
9.3
7.8
9.2
10.0
10.0
8.6
8.3
7.9
10.0
8.2
8.5
9.2
7.9
8.3
7.6
-
-
-
9.7
9.7
9.4
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.1
10.0
8.6
8.7
7.5
10.0
10.0
7.5
5.0
5.0
9.5
10.0
10.0
8.0
8.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
5/16221/162
8.50
8.948.07
RANKING 8/162WESTERN EUROPEIRELAND
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
193
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.46 8.4 8.37 8.45 8.48 8.53 8.46 8.65 8.5
1
20
40
60
10 11 12 129 9
14
48
IRELAND | WESTERN EUROPE
8.467.879.067.9---
9.79.69.510.010.010.010.010.07.1
10.06.54.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.010.08.78.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.407.769.057.9---
9.79.59.510.010.010.010.010.07.010.06.14.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.010.08.78.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.377.679.077.9---
9.79.59.410.010.010.010.010.07.3
10.06.85.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.457.839.067.9---
9.79.69.510.010.010.010.010.07.3
10.07.14.79.810.010.010.08.810.09.610.010.08.78.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.487.988.997.8---
9.79.59.510.010.010.010.010.06.910.06.24.49.810.010.010.08.810.09.510.010.08.38.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.538.049.027.8---
9.79.69.410.010.010.010.010.07.010.06.24.7
10.010.010.010.08.810.09.510.010.08.38.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.468.128.807.9---
9.79.69.510.010.010.010.010.07.010.06.24.77.5
10.010.07.55.05.09.510.010.08.38.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.658.259.048.1---
9.89.89.510.010.010.010.010.08.710.08.37.87.5
10.010.07.55.05.09.510.010.08.38.510.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
8.508.078.947.6---
9.79.79.410.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.08.68.77.5
10.010.07.55.05.09.510.010.08.08.510.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
0 0
194
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.3
3.3
6.7
10.0
5.0
6.2
8.4
5.6
7.6
4.2
8.3
3.5
5.7
6.8
6.7
9.4
8.2
9.5
9.9
10.0
8.2
8.5
6.7
10.0
7.7
7.4
9.6
5.4
7.2
6.8
-
-
-
9.2
9.5
8.1
10.0
1.7
0.0
0.0
5.0
5.9
7.5
6.5
3.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.9
10.0
1.8
7.3
6.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
-
10.0
10.0
10.0
38/16260/162
7.52
7.547.49
RANKING 49/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICAISRAEL
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
195
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
9
7.40 7.50 7.90 7.64 7.57 7.64 7.46 7.65 7.52
30
50
70
90
53 51
39
47 4945
5146
49
ISRAEL | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
7.407.207.596.7---
8.09.24.99.83.30.00.010.09.510.09.39.09.510.010.08.810.08.86.90.04.57.76.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.507.147.856.7---
8.69.36.89.83.30.00.010.09.610.09.29.69.510.010.08.810.08.87.70.010.07.76.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.907.328.486.7---
9.29.28.69.86.70.010.010.09.7
10.09.39.69.510.010.08.810.08.89.1
10.010.07.76.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.647.357.946.7---
9.09.27.99.83.30.00.010.08.77.59.19.49.810.010.010.08.810.08.410.04.87.76.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.577.367.776.6
---
9.09.37.99.83.30.00.010.08.57.58.69.49.810.010.010.08.810.07.20.06.27.76.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.647.427.866.6
---
9.49.48.910.01.70.00.05.08.27.58.48.810.010.010.010.08.810.08.610.06.37.76.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.467.457.466.8
---
8.39.45.410.01.70.00.05.08.27.58.68.510.010.010.010.010.010.07.00.05.17.76.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.657.477.827.1---
9.29.58.310.01.70.00.05.06.77.57.05.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.08.87.76.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.527.497.546.8
---
9.29.58.1
10.01.70.00.05.05.97.56.53.810.010.010.010.010.010.07.9
10.01.87.36.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
196
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.4
4.8
3.5
10.0
3.5
5.7
5.0
2.0
5.0
10.0
6.7
3.6
8.3
5.8
5.1
9.4
8.0
9.8
10.0
10.0
8.3
8.3
8.2
10.0
6.6
7.5
9.6
6.8
6.1
6.5
7.5
5.6
6.4
9.9
9.7
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.0
10.0
7.8
6.3
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
10.0
9.1
10.0
10.0
6.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
54/16230/162
7.98
8.697.27
RANKING 34/162WESTERN EUROPEITALY
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
197
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.93 7.88 7.98 7.98 7.97 7.98 7.98 8.01 7.98
1
20
40
60
39 38 37 38 36 35 3734 34
ITALY | WESTERN EUROPE
7.937.078.796.77.85.66.79.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.07.6
10.07.75.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.010.06.37.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.886.978.796.77.85.66.79.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.07.6
10.07.65.210.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.010.06.37.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.987.198.766.77.85.66.79.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.07.3
10.07.04.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.010.06.36.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.987.228.756.77.85.66.79.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.07.2
10.07.14.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.010.06.07.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.977.228.736.78.05.86.39.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.07.010.06.64.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.09.86.07.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.987.198.766.78.05.86.39.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.07.1
10.07.04.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.09.86.07.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.987.258.706.67.95.86.39.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.07.1
10.07.14.49.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.1
10.010.06.07.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.017.318.726.67.65.76.49.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.210.07.57.19.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.1
10.010.06.07.5
10.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
7.987.278.696.57.55.66.49.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.010.07.86.39.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.1
10.010.06.07.5
10.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
198
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.4
7.3
8.4
7.0
7.0
5.1
6.4
4.1
6.0
10.0
3.3
3.3
6.4
4.6
2.9
8.6
5.4
9.4
9.5
10.0
6.9
5.1
6.2
10.0
6.2
8.0
9.6
8.0
6.4
5.4
5.8
5.4
5.0
6.5
0.0
9.5
10.0
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
9.3
10.0
9.4
8.5
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
10.0
9.5
10.0
10.0
9.0
7.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
6.3
0.0
10.0
5.0
10.0
62/16270/162
7.22
7.277.18
RANKING 60/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANJAMAICA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
199
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.28 7.28 7.10 7.00 7.06 7.23 7.24 7.24 7.22
30
50
70
90
57 58
6974
67
5861 62 60
JAMAICA | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
7.287.277.294.64.45.14.26.30.09.010.010.010.010.010.09.5
-9.99.2
------
9.410.010.09.08.5
---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
7.287.267.294.64.45.14.26.50.09.510.010.010.010.010.09.3
-9.98.8
------
9.310.010.09.08.3
---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
7.106.977.224.64.45.14.26.30.09.010.010.010.010.010.09.2
-9.68.9
------
9.210.010.09.07.8---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
7.007.007.004.64.45.14.26.30.09.010.08.310.010.05.08.88.89.68.18.510.010.07.57.57.59.510.010.09.07.8
10.010.010.07.5-
10.05.0
-
7.067.14
6.984.64.84.74.26.30.09.010.08.310.010.05.08.78.89.67.88.510.010.07.57.57.59.510.010.08.78.010.010.010.07.5-
10.05.0
-
7.237.307.174.64.84.74.26.30.09.010.08.310.010.05.09.08.89.78.69.210.010.07.57.57.59.610.010.09.08.010.010.010.08.3
-10.05.010.0
7.247.137.365.05.45.24.66.30.09.010.08.310.010.05.09.410.09.78.69.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.610.010.09.08.010.010.010.08.3
-10.05.010.0
7.247.257.245.25.65.44.56.50.09.510.08.310.010.05.09.510.09.68.89.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.610.010.09.08.010.010.010.06.30.010.05.010.0
7.227.187.275.45.85.45.06.50.09.510.08.310.010.05.09.310.09.48.59.510.010.010.07.5
10.09.510.010.09.07.8
10.010.010.06.30.010.05.010.0
200
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
4.5
4.1
4.1
7.0
3.0
7.6
8.4
6.4
8.4
8.3
8.3
6.3
7.8
8.6
7.4
9.5
8.6
9.5
10.0
10.0
7.5
7.7
7.3
10.0
5.0
8.2
8.7
8.1
7.8
7.6
7.7
7.9
7.4
9.7
9.9
10.0
9.2
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.1
5.0
9.3
10.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
7.5
5.0
5.0
9.2
10.0
10.0
8.3
6.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
41/16229/162
8.10
8.737.47
RANKING 31/162EAST ASIAJAPAN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
201
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.24 8.19 8.19 8.19 8.27 8.15 8.088.20 8.10
1
20
40
60
22 23 24 2218
23
30 31 31
JAPAN | EAST ASIA
8.247.658.837.37.37.76.89.99.810.010.010.010.010.010.08.35.89.29.77.5
10.010.04.27.55.89.410.010.09.36.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.197.528.867.37.37.76.89.99.810.010.010.010.010.010.08.65.89.910.07.5
10.010.04.27.55.89.410.010.09.36.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.197.598.797.37.37.76.810.09.910.010.010.010.010.010.07.85.88.88.97.5
10.010.04.27.55.89.410.010.09.36.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.197.498.907.37.37.76.810.09.910.010.010.010.010.010.08.26.39.19.28.310.010.07.57.56.39.410.010.09.36.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.277.668.897.27.57.36.810.09.910.010.010.010.010.010.08.46.39.19.78.310.010.07.57.56.39.310.010.08.76.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.207.548.857.27.57.36.89.79.910.09.210.010.010.010.08.36.39.09.58.810.010.07.57.56.39.310.010.08.36.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.157.528.777.57.77.47.49.79.910.09.210.010.010.010.08.05.09.49.77.5
10.010.07.55.05.09.310.010.08.36.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.087.468.717.67.78.26.89.79.910.09.210.010.010.010.07.95.08.99.87.5
10.010.07.55.05.09.210.010.08.36.310.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.107.478.737.67.77.97.49.79.910.09.210.010.010.010.08.15.09.310.07.5
10.010.07.55.05.09.210.010.08.36.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
202
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.6
7.0
7.8
8.0
7.5
4.8
6.6
5.1
6.5
7.5
6.7
3.7
6.7
8.2
6.5
9.6
9.4
9.3
9.8
10.0
7.6
7.1
6.0
10.0
7.2
7.8
8.7
7.7
6.9
5.8
5.2
6.2
6.0
8.0
9.4
8.7
5.8
6.7
10.0
5.0
5.0
6.3
7.5
7.8
3.8
5.0
5.0
7.5
5.0
2.5
5.0
6.6
10.0
10.0
2.7
3.5
7.5
7.5
5.0
3.3
-
0.0
10.0
0.0
42/162111/162
6.85
6.247.46
RANKING 75/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICAJORDAN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
203
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.56 6.62 6.69 6.84 6.89 6.89 6.92 6.88 6.85
60
85
110
135
98 96100
89
78 80 77 77 75
JORDAN | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
6.567.17
5.955.34.26.55.28.69.310.06.55.010.00.05.04.51.37.84.52.62.52.50.05.42.57.7
10.010.03.04.010.010.06.75.0
-0.010.0
-
6.627.236.025.34.26.55.28.69.410.06.55.00.010.05.05.11.38.35.62.62.52.50.05.42.57.7
10.010.03.34.010.010.06.75.0
-0.010.0
-
6.697.455.945.34.26.55.28.69.410.06.55.010.00.05.04.31.37.44.32.62.52.50.05.42.57.7
10.010.03.34.010.010.06.75.0
-0.010.0
-
6.847.486.205.34.26.55.27.79.39.04.86.70.010.010.04.41.37.44.66.07.5
10.01.35.06.37.5
10.010.03.04.37.57.5
10.05.0
-0.010.0
-
6.897.566.215.44.36.25.67.69.28.94.86.70.010.010.04.41.37.74.46.07.5
10.01.35.06.37.5
10.010.03.04.37.57.5
10.05.0
-0.010.0
-
6.897.656.125.44.36.25.68.09.39.05.85.00.010.05.04.41.37.64.47.97.5
10.01.35.06.37.010.07.62.73.57.57.5
10.03.3
-0.010.00.0
6.927.546.305.75.56.25.58.29.29.55.86.710.05.05.06.77.57.45.05.05.07.55.02.55.06.710.010.02.74.07.57.55.03.3
-0.010.00.0
6.887.476.295.75.06.35.98.29.39.45.86.710.05.05.06.57.57.84.35.05.07.55.02.55.06.710.010.02.74.07.57.55.03.3
-0.010.00.0
6.857.466.245.85.26.26.08.09.48.75.86.710.05.05.06.37.57.83.85.05.07.55.02.55.06.610.010.02.73.57.57.55.03.3
-0.010.00.0
204
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.5
6.5
8.6
6.0
9.0
5.4
4.4
4.2
5.2
8.3
5.8
6.3
9.9
5.2
6.9
8.6
8.9
8.2
7.1
10.0
6.5
7.8
5.3
10.0
3.0
7.5
8.5
7.2
6.9
4.5
3.9
5.6
4.1
9.0
8.1
8.9
10.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.5
2.5
8.5
5.6
4.0
5.0
5.0
2.5
2.5
5.0
6.1
10.0
8.3
0.7
1.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
69/162109/162
6.74
6.387.11
RANKING 90/162CAUCASUS & CENTRAL ASIAKAZAKHSTAN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
205
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.95 6.92 6.93 6.68 6.76 6.74 6.85 6.84 6.74
60
85
110
135
73 76 79
100
8994
83 80
90
KAZAKHSTAN | CAUCASUS & CENTRAL ASIA
6.957.046.874.64.24.94.68.35.59.510.06.75.05.010.07.97.18.87.85.12.55.04.27.16.76.710.010.01.32.56.76.710.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.927.076.774.64.24.94.68.45.69.510.06.75.05.010.07.77.19.07.15.12.55.04.27.16.75.83.89.41.32.56.76.710.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.936.946.914.64.24.94.68.76.69.510.06.75.05.010.07.57.18.56.95.12.55.04.27.16.76.610.09.40.72.86.76.710.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.686.976.394.64.24.94.68.06.67.4
10.06.75.05.010.06.65.08.56.23.02.52.50.02.57.56.1
10.09.40.72.57.55.07.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.767.146.384.54.84.74.08.27.07.5
10.06.75.05.010.06.45.08.45.73.02.52.50.02.57.56.010.010.00.32.07.55.07.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.747.136.354.54.84.74.08.17.47.010.05.05.05.05.06.75.08.76.44.22.52.50.02.57.56.010.010.00.31.87.55.07.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
6.857.236.474.54.25.14.29.07.99.010.05.05.05.05.05.62.58.65.64.05.05.02.52.55.06.410.010.00.31.87.57.57.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
6.847.266.424.54.15.54.19.08.19.010.05.05.05.05.05.72.58.46.04.05.05.02.52.55.06.410.010.00.71.87.57.57.59.37.010.010.010.0
6.747.11
6.384.53.95.64.19.08.18.910.05.05.05.05.05.52.58.55.64.05.05.02.52.55.06.1
10.08.30.71.57.57.57.59.37.010.010.010.0
206
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.8
7.5
9.8
6.0
8.0
4.9
5.4
4.8
6.0
6.7
3.3
4.4
6.9
5.1
3.5
9.2
8.9
9.2
8.7
10.0
6.7
6.7
5.4
10.0
4.6
7.4
8.1
7.7
6.3
4.0
3.5
4.6
3.8
7.1
8.1
6.8
6.6
6.7
5.0
5.0
10.0
7.2
7.5
7.7
6.5
7.0
10.0
7.5
5.0
5.0
7.5
8.3
10.0
10.0
4.3
4.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
10.0
5.0
5.0
10.0
61/162102/162
6.82
6.457.20
RANKING 82/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAKENYA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
207
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.62 6.66 6.69 6.75 6.72 6.73 6.66 6.72 6.82
60
85
110
135
96 94100
95 9297 97
8982
KENYA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.626.776.464.34.14.74.07.78.87.57.05.00.05.010.08.310.07.77.38.310.07.57.17.1
10.07.97.4
10.03.04.810.010.010.05.0
-5.05.0
-
6.666.906.424.34.14.74.07.58.17.57.05.05.00.010.08.310.08.26.88.310.07.57.17.1
10.08.07.5
10.03.05.310.010.010.05.0
-5.05.0
-
6.696.926.464.34.14.74.07.88.18.37.05.00.05.010.07.6
10.06.95.88.310.07.57.17.1
10.08.510.010.03.75.510.010.010.05.0
-5.05.0
-
6.756.946.554.34.14.74.07.97.98.37.45.05.00.010.07.9
10.07.26.59.07.57.5
10.010.010.08.210.010.04.75.37.5
10.010.05.0
-5.05.0
-
6.727.096.343.52.94.43.37.77.88.07.45.05.00.010.08.1
10.06.87.49.07.57.5
10.010.010.08.210.010.04.75.07.5
10.010.05.0
-5.05.0
-
6.737.126.353.52.94.43.37.67.88.36.65.05.00.010.08.010.07.26.88.37.57.5
10.010.010.07.77.8
10.04.34.37.5
10.010.06.7-
5.05.010.0
6.667.106.213.62.94.73.26.98.06.26.66.75.05.010.07.17.57.26.77.010.07.55.05.07.58.410.010.04.34.310.010.010.06.7-
5.05.010.0
6.727.11
6.323.73.14.33.57.08.16.46.66.75.05.010.07.47.57.57.07.010.07.55.05.07.58.07.9
10.04.34.010.010.010.07.5
10.05.05.010.0
6.827.206.454.03.54.63.87.18.16.86.66.75.05.010.07.27.57.76.57.010.07.55.05.07.58.310.010.04.34.010.010.010.07.5
10.05.05.010.0
208
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.8
4.8
7.0
10.0
5.5
6.4
4.7
4.4
6.6
6.7
8.3
7.5
8.2
7.1
6.3
9.6
8.9
9.7
9.8
10.0
7.6
5.6
7.5
10.0
7.2
7.2
9.3
4.8
7.6
7.4
7.9
7.4
7.0
9.5
9.7
9.5
9.2
8.3
10.0
5.0
10.0
9.4
10.0
9.1
8.9
9.5
10.0
10.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
9.0
10.0
10.0
6.3
6.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
35/16226/162
8.15
8.777.53
RANKING 27/162EAST ASIAKOREA, SOUTH
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
209
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.15 8.05 8.17 8.08 8.06 8.01 8.20 8.17 8.15
1
20
40
60
3034
2531 31 31
28 3027
KOREA, SOUTH | EAST ASIA
8.157.468.847.57.77.27.69.79.79.510.08.310.05.010.09.010.09.27.89.310.010.010.08.38.38.710.010.07.07.010.010.06.710.0
-10.010.0
-
8.057.358.757.57.77.27.69.79.79.510.08.35.010.010.08.710.08.97.39.310.010.010.08.38.38.1
10.010.05.05.010.010.06.710.0
-10.010.0
-
8.177.518.837.57.77.27.69.79.79.510.08.310.05.010.09.010.09.37.79.310.010.010.08.38.38.610.010.07.06.510.010.06.710.0
-10.010.0
-
8.087.528.637.57.77.27.69.79.79.510.08.35.010.010.07.77.58.96.88.510.010.07.57.57.58.710.010.07.06.510.010.07.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
8.067.458.667.67.87.37.69.79.79.510.08.35.010.010.07.87.59.16.88.510.010.07.57.57.58.810.010.07.06.810.010.07.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
8.017.368.677.67.87.37.69.59.79.59.28.35.010.010.07.87.59.36.89.210.010.07.57.57.58.710.010.07.06.510.010.07.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
8.207.558.867.77.78.07.69.59.79.59.28.310.05.010.08.710.09.56.69.510.010.07.5
10.010.09.010.010.06.76.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.177.558.807.67.68.17.19.59.79.59.28.310.05.010.09.310.08.89.09.510.010.07.5
10.010.09.010.010.06.76.510.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.157.538.777.47.97.47.09.59.79.59.28.310.05.010.09.410.09.18.99.510.010.07.5
10.010.09.010.010.06.36.510.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
210
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.2
1.1
6.9
7.0
10.0
4.9
6.0
4.9
6.0
8.3
6.7
5.1
9.2
6.7
6.7
8.3
9.4
4.6
9.4
10.0
6.8
8.8
4.4
10.0
4.1
7.4
10.0
6.6
5.7
5.2
-
-
-
8.2
9.3
9.5
5.8
5.0
10.0
0.0
5.0
4.6
2.5
8.1
3.4
4.0
7.5
7.5
0.0
2.5
2.5
7.5
10.0
10.0
3.0
4.3
10.0
7.5
7.5
1.7
-
0.0
5.0
0.0
90/162133/162
6.19
5.636.75
RANKING 124/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICAKUWAIT
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
211
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.59 6.68 6.58 6.51 6.51 6.26 6.02 6.196.60
60
94
128
162
9792
105 109 108 112120
129124
KUWAIT | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
6.597.036.166.2
---
8.79.410.06.73.35.00.05.06.94.28.87.94.57.55.01.74.24.27.010.010.04.04.86.76.76.72.5
-0.05.0
-
6.687.106.276.2
---
8.59.39.56.75.00.010.05.07.44.28.99.34.57.55.01.74.24.26.410.010.02.32.56.76.76.72.5
-0.05.0
-
6.606.956.246.2
---
8.59.29.56.75.010.00.05.07.34.28.69.24.57.55.01.74.24.26.410.06.73.74.56.76.76.72.5
-0.05.0
-
6.586.936.236.2
---
8.29.39.55.83.30.010.00.07.35.08.38.75.37.5
10.00.05.03.86.510.010.03.74.57.55.05.03.8
-2.55.0
-
6.516.936.105.8
---
8.29.39.55.83.30.010.00.07.25.07.78.95.37.5
10.00.05.03.86.410.010.03.34.37.55.05.03.8
-2.55.0
-
6.516.846.195.8
---
8.29.39.55.85.00.010.05.07.1
5.08.28.27.17.5
10.00.05.03.86.010.07.23.34.37.55.05.01.7-
0.05.00.0
6.266.775.755.2
---
8.29.39.55.85.010.00.05.06.22.58.08.24.07.57.50.02.52.57.1
10.07.43.34.310.07.57.51.7-
0.05.00.0
6.026.595.465.3
---
7.49.37.05.85.010.00.05.05.12.57.94.84.07.57.50.02.52.57.1
10.07.53.34.310.07.57.51.7-
0.05.00.0
6.196.755.635.2
---
8.29.39.55.85.010.00.05.04.62.58.13.44.07.57.50.02.52.57.5
10.010.03.04.310.07.57.51.7-
0.05.00.0
212
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.1
6.7
7.1
6.0
8.5
4.3
3.5
3.3
4.2
4.0
-
4.5
9.9
4.1
5.6
9.4
8.6
8.9
9.9
10.0
7.3
8.1
6.2
10.0
4.9
6.6
8.5
5.6
5.9
3.8
3.6
4.6
3.2
8.0
8.2
7.5
8.3
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
7.1
-
7.7
6.5
-
-
-
-
-
-
6.2
10.0
8.4
3.3
3.3
-
-
-
8.0
7.0
10.0
10.0
5.0
77/162110/162
6.59
6.256.93
RANKING 99/162CAUCASUS & CENTRAL ASIAKYRGYZ REPUBLIC
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
213
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.78 6.40 6.41 6.47 6.45 6.61 6.51 6.596.80
60
85
110
135
8287
116 114 111115
100
10599
KYRGYZ REPUBLIC | CAUCASUS & CENTRAL ASIA
6.806.826.784.03.94.63.58.46.710.08.36.75.05.010.06.6
-8.84.4
------
6.310.010.02.32.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.786.916.644.03.94.63.57.96.98.58.36.75.05.010.06.9
-9.54.3
------
5.810.010.01.31.8---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.406.616.194.03.94.63.56.32.18.58.36.75.05.010.06.7-
8.55.0
------
5.510.06.33.02.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.416.626.194.03.94.63.57.16.46.58.35.05.05.05.06.3
-7.94.7------
6.110.08.23.32.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.476.676.273.83.94.23.37.67.86.58.35.05.05.05.06.3
-8.04.7------
6.110.08.23.32.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.456.766.153.83.94.23.37.88.66.58.35.05.05.05.06.3
-8.14.5
------
6.310.08.33.73.3
---
8.3-
10.010.05.0
6.616.966.253.93.84.63.48.18.57.58.35.05.05.05.06.5
-8.44.5
------
6.210.08.33.33.3
---
8.3-
10.010.05.0
6.516.816.214.04.34.33.37.97.97.58.35.05.05.05.06.7-
7.46.0
------
6.210.08.33.33.3
---
8.07.010.010.05.0
6.596.936.253.83.64.63.28.08.27.58.35.05.05.05.07.1-
7.76.5
------
6.210.08.43.33.3
---
8.07.010.010.05.0
214
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.8
6.5
9.8
6.0
9.0
5.9
4.7
4.6
4.8
7.6
-
5.2
8.7
5.5
6.4
7.3
6.1
8.5
9.7
5.0
6.8
8.2
3.5
10.0
5.6
6.6
9.1
4.9
5.8
4.0
-
-
-
8.3
7.2
9.4
8.3
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
6.7
7.5
8.2
4.5
0.5
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
2.5
5.8
10.0
10.0
1.3
1.5
7.5
2.5
7.5
10.0
-
10.0
10.0
10.0
81/162127/162
6.39
5.866.91
RANKING 113/162SOUTH ASIALAOS
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
215
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.45 6.44 6.39
60
85
110
135
113 111 113
LAOS | SOUTH ASIA
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6.456.925.974.0
---
8.37.29.58.35.05.05.05.07.57.57.96.90.50.00.00.00.02.55.810.010.01.31.87.52.57.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
6.446.975.924.0
---
8.27.29.08.35.05.05.05.07.47.58.66.00.50.00.00.00.02.55.810.010.01.31.87.52.57.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
6.396.915.864.0
---
8.37.29.48.35.05.05.05.06.77.58.24.50.50.00.00.00.02.55.810.010.01.31.57.52.57.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
216
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.7
5.1
7.0
8.0
6.5
6.2
4.4
2.7
5.1
8.3
8.3
5.5
9.0
5.4
7.0
9.3
7.8
9.5
10.0
10.0
8.4
8.3
8.1
10.0
7.1
7.7
8.4
7.6
7.0
6.7
-
-
-
9.6
8.7
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.5
10.0
9.1
6.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.4
10.0
10.0
7.7
8.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
23/16222/162
8.25
8.857.64
RANKING 23/162EASTERN EUROPELATVIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
217
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
8.08 7.89 7.94 8.07 8.14 8.22 8.26 8.27 8.25
1
20
40
60
3237 38
33
2420
24 23 23
LATVIA | EASTERN EUROPE
8.087.528.646.6
---
9.28.29.510.010.010.010.010.08.38.89.07.39.210.07.5
10.010.08.39.410.010.08.08.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.897.338.456.6
---
9.28.09.510.010.010.010.010.07.68.88.65.59.210.07.5
10.010.08.38.410.010.04.04.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.947.238.666.6
---
9.68.710.010.010.010.010.010.07.88.88.16.49.210.07.5
10.010.08.39.310.010.08.07.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.077.348.806.6
---
9.68.710.010.010.010.010.010.08.410.08.56.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.08.07.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.147.568.726.4
---
9.58.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.210.08.95.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.08.07.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.227.688.756.4
---
9.79.010.010.010.010.010.010.08.1
10.09.05.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.08.07.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.267.818.716.5
---
9.68.710.010.010.010.010.010.07.7
10.08.05.210.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.77.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.277.728.826.5
---
9.68.710.010.010.010.010.010.08.710.09.17.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.77.5
10.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
8.257.648.856.7---
9.68.710.010.010.010.010.010.08.510.09.16.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.07.78.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
218
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
8.7
7.5
8.1
10.0
9.0
4.0
3.4
2.9
5.3
3.3
6.7
3.2
7.4
4.1
4.5
9.7
10.0
9.0
9.8
10.0
6.8
7.8
4.1
10.0
5.3
5.8
5.0
7.5
4.9
4.3
4.6
4.7
3.7
7.6
8.4
7.7
6.7
6.7
5.0
10.0
5.0
7.2
7.5
7.9
6.0
9.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
7.5
10.0
8.3
10.0
10.0
3.3
4.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
3.3
-
5.0
5.0
0.0
74/162104/162
6.71
6.436.99
RANKING 95/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICALEBANON
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
219
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.83 6.93 6.67 6.52 6.58 6.56 6.71
60
85
110
135
8781
95
111
102 10295
LEBANON | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
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6.837.216.455.36.44.54.98.48.58.48.35.05.05.05.08.07.19.08.08.310.010.08.35.87.16.50.010.04.04.810.010.06.72.5
-5.00.0
-
6.937.186.695.36.44.54.98.18.57.38.35.05.05.05.08.58.89.37.69.010.010.08.87.58.88.510.010.04.05.310.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.676.966.384.96.14.54.17.88.46.68.35.05.05.05.08.58.89.17.79.010.010.08.87.58.87.00.010.04.04.810.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.526.976.074.96.14.54.16.18.23.56.75.05.05.05.08.48.88.87.79.610.010.08.87.58.88.410.010.04.04.810.010.010.01.7-
5.00.00.0
6.586.986.184.55.04.53.96.28.33.66.76.75.010.05.07.87.59.16.99.010.010.07.57.5
10.08.310.010.03.34.810.010.010.03.3
-5.05.00.0
6.567.016.124.14.44.83.16.58.44.46.76.75.010.05.07.57.58.36.89.010.010.07.57.5
10.08.310.010.03.34.510.010.010.03.3
-5.05.00.0
6.716.996.434.34.64.73.77.68.47.76.76.75.010.05.07.27.57.96.09.010.010.07.57.5
10.08.310.010.03.34.810.010.010.03.3
-5.05.00.0
220
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
4.9
2.6
8.9
0.0
8.0
5.4
4.6
4.1
4.4
6.0
-
3.9
6.5
7.5
9.0
7.8
9.3
8.4
8.7
5.0
6.3
4.7
6.8
10.0
3.9
7.4
9.7
6.6
5.9
4.9
-
-
-
5.7
0.0
9.5
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.2
-
9.7
8.8
-
-
-
-
-
-
7.5
10.0
10.0
5.7
4.5
-
-
-
5.6
0.0
7.5
10.0
5.0
114/16293/162
6.53
6.696.38
RANKING 100/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICALESOTHO
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
221
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.95 5.87 5.88 6.39 6.33 6.38 6.52 6.59 6.53
90
114
138
162
119
123
132
115 118 119
107101 100
LESOTHO | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
5.956.075.845.10.00.00.05.00.010.05.08.310.010.05.08.0
-8.47.7------
7.610.010.05.35.3
---
2.5-
0.05.0
-
5.876.035.715.10.00.00.04.80.09.55.08.310.010.05.07.8-
9.16.6
------
7.110.010.04.34.3
---
2.5-
0.05.0
-
5.886.085.695.10.00.00.04.80.09.55.08.310.010.05.07.2-
8.06.3
------
7.610.010.05.35.3
---
2.5-
0.05.0
-
6.396.216.575.10.00.00.05.10.09.55.810.010.010.010.07.0-
7.66.5
------
7.610.010.05.35.3
---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
6.336.196.474.8
---
5.10.09.55.810.010.010.010.06.8
-6.96.8
------
7.610.010.05.35.3
---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
6.386.326.444.8
---
5.70.09.57.5
10.010.010.010.07.0-
7.66.3
------
7.810.010.05.75.5
---
5.8-
7.55.05.0
6.526.476.564.8
---
5.50.09.07.5
10.010.010.010.06.7-
6.96.5
------
7.710.010.05.75.3
---
7.5-
7.510.05.0
6.596.496.685.0
---
5.60.09.47.5
10.010.010.010.09.0
-9.88.2
------
7.710.010.05.75.0
---
5.60.07.5
10.05.0
6.536.386.694.9
---
5.70.09.57.5
10.010.010.010.09.2
-9.78.8
------
7.510.010.05.74.5
---
5.60.07.5
10.05.0
222
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.4
8.8
8.6
4.0
8.0
4.2
3.8
3.9
4.6
5.0
3.3
2.9
4.6
4.3
5.2
9.4
9.7
9.5
8.2
10.0
6.2
7.1
2.3
10.0
5.3
5.7
4.5
6.2
6.4
3.8
4.0
4.3
3.1
8.2
8.7
9.5
6.4
6.7
5.0
10.0
5.0
9.2
-
9.4
9.0
-
-
-
-
-
-
7.2
10.0
10.0
4.3
4.5
-
-
-
4.2
-
7.5
0.0
5.0
100/162105/162
6.48
6.406.56
RANKING 106/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICALIBERIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
223
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.82 6.62 6.48
60
85
110
135
85
98
106
LIBERIA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
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6.827.186.464.14.64.43.28.28.79.56.46.75.010.05.09.1-
9.78.5
------
7.210.010.04.34.5
---
4.2-
7.50.05.0
6.626.876.373.74.04.52.68.28.79.56.46.75.010.05.09.0
-9.28.8
------
7.410.010.04.74.8
---
4.2-
7.50.05.0
6.486.566.403.84.04.33.18.28.79.56.46.75.010.05.09.2
-9.49.0
------
7.210.010.04.34.5
---
4.2-
7.50.05.0
224
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
4.8
0.0
-
-
9.5
3.2
3.4
2.3
3.3
5.0
6.7
3.6
-
1.7
2.5
5.7
7.0
1.1
4.6
10.0
4.8
-
4.9
7.4
2.0
5.3
6.7
6.3
3.0
2.2
-
-
-
5.3
9.0
1.0
5.8
5.0
-
-
5.0
6.9
7.5
7.5
5.8
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
4.8
0.0
10.0
2.7
1.3
7.5
7.5
5.0
0.8
-
2.5
0.0
0.0
161/162159/162
4.31
3.884.74
RANKING 158/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICALIBYA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
225
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
4.89 4.51 4.43 4.31
90
114
138
162154
158 156 158
LIBYA | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
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4.894.785.003.5
---
5.89.02.55.83.30.05.05.08.77.59.49.07.57.57.57.56.37.56.40.010.04.72.810.010.07.50.8
-2.50.00.0
4.514.814.222.8
---
5.39.01.05.85.0
--
5.08.77.59.88.92.52.52.52.52.52.54.90.010.02.71.87.57.55.00.8
-2.50.00.0
4.434.893.972.5
---
5.39.01.05.85.0
--
5.07.07.57.66.12.52.52.52.52.52.54.90.010.02.71.57.57.55.00.8
-2.50.00.0
4.314.743.882.2
---
5.39.01.05.85.0
--
5.06.97.57.55.82.52.52.52.52.52.54.80.010.02.71.37.57.55.00.8
-2.50.00.0
226
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.2
5.6
6.4
10.0
7.0
6.5
5.4
3.7
5.6
8.3
6.7
6.2
9.7
6.2
6.8
9.3
8.0
9.6
9.8
10.0
8.2
8.3
7.7
10.0
6.8
8.0
9.8
6.6
7.7
6.8
-
-
-
9.3
7.9
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.5
10.0
9.0
6.4
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.5
10.0
10.0
8.0
8.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
13/16224/162
8.34
8.827.86
RANKING 20/162EASTERN EUROPELITHUANIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
227
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.01 8.12 8.07 8.12 8.32 8.35 8.348.10 8.20
1
20
40
60
35
2631 30 29
2320 20 20
LITHUANIA | EASTERN EUROPE
8.017.448.586.5
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8.86.310.010.010.010.010.010.08.810.09.47.09.310.07.58.810.010.09.510.010.08.38.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.127.558.696.5
---
8.96.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.210.09.58.19.310.07.58.810.010.09.810.010.09.39.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.077.478.666.5
---
9.17.2
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.09.67.39.310.07.58.810.010.09.410.010.08.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.127.508.746.5
---
9.17.3
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.910.09.47.2
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.107.528.686.4
---
9.17.3
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.610.09.46.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.08.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.207.728.676.4
---
9.17.4
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.410.09.06.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.08.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.327.918.736.5
---
9.37.9
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.410.09.16.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.07.78.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.357.868.846.8
---
9.27.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.810.09.07.6
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.08.310.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
8.347.868.826.8
---
9.37.9
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.510.09.06.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.08.510.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
228
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
4.2
1.3
3.9
7.0
4.5
8.4
8.6
7.2
8.9
10.0
10.0
7.5
6.2
8.7
8.1
9.3
8.0
9.3
9.9
10.0
8.3
8.3
8.4
10.0
6.6
7.9
9.3
6.3
8.0
7.9
-
-
-
9.9
9.7
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.1
10.0
9.6
7.9
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.7
10.0
10.0
9.0
8.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
25/1627/162
8.43
9.267.60
RANKING 15/162WESTERN EUROPELUXEMBOURG
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
229
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.36 8.25 8.37 8.34 8.31 8.57 8.48 8.438.40
1
20
40
60
1519
1216 17
138
13 15
LUXEMBOURG | WESTERN EUROPE
8.367.629.118.0
---
9.69.39.510.010.010.010.010.08.0
-9.17.0------
9.610.010.09.39.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
8.257.518.988.0
---
9.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.3
-9.37.3------
7.910.010.06.05.5
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
8.377.539.208.0
---
9.79.210.010.010.010.010.010.08.6
-9.18.0
------
9.610.010.09.39.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
8.347.489.208.0
---
9.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.2
-9.27.3------
9.610.010.09.39.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
8.317.469.177.9---
10.09.910.010.010.010.010.010.08.1-
9.27.0------
9.610.010.09.39.0
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
8.407.619.197.9---
10.09.910.010.010.010.010.010.08.3
-9.37.2------
9.610.010.09.39.0
---
10.0-
10.010.010.0
8.577.789.368.0
---
9.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.09.37.8
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.39.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.487.649.338.2
---
9.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.09.97.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.09.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.437.609.267.9---
9.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.09.67.9
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.08.810.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
230
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.3
6.1
4.6
6.0
8.5
5.1
3.5
3.7
5.1
5.8
-
3.9
8.4
6.6
5.7
8.1
8.6
9.0
10.0
5.0
8.0
8.2
7.7
10.0
5.9
8.2
9.6
7.2
7.8
5.0
4.7
5.6
4.7
8.6
9.4
9.0
7.5
6.7
10.0
0.0
10.0
8.3
10.0
8.7
6.3
8.0
7.5
7.5
5.0
10.0
10.0
7.8
10.0
10.0
3.7
3.8
10.0
10.0
7.5
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
68/16267/162
7.27
7.417.13
RANKING 56/162EASTERN EUROPEMACEDONIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
231
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.53 7.48 7.55 7.73 7.75 7.57 7.19 7.32 7.27
30
50
70
90
4752
4943 43
47
63
55 56
MACEDONIA | EASTERN EUROPE
7.536.838.245.66.05.35.39.09.39.28.310.010.010.010.09.0
-9.08.9
------
7.810.010.06.05.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.486.898.085.66.05.35.39.09.39.58.310.010.010.010.08.6
-8.98.2
------
6.810.010.04.32.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.556.938.175.66.05.35.39.09.29.58.310.010.010.010.08.4
-8.78.0
------
7.810.010.06.05.0
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.737.11
8.355.66.05.35.39.69.49.510.010.010.010.010.09.0
-8.99.0
------
7.410.010.04.74.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.757.238.265.56.15.45.09.69.49.310.010.010.010.010.08.7-
8.98.5
------
7.210.010.04.34.5
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.577.197.945.56.15.45.08.99.69.57.5
10.010.010.010.08.8
-8.98.6
------
6.110.05.24.34.8
---
10.0-
10.010.010.0
7.197.247.143.34.85.74.48.89.49.47.56.710.00.010.09.210.09.08.68.07.57.55.010.010.07.3
10.05.24.04.810.010.07.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
7.327.167.475.14.65.65.18.69.49.07.56.710.00.010.08.610.08.57.28.07.57.55.010.010.07.9
10.010.03.74.010.010.07.59.37.010.010.010.0
7.277.137.415.04.75.64.78.69.49.07.56.710.00.010.08.310.08.76.38.07.57.55.010.010.07.8
10.010.03.73.810.010.07.59.37.010.010.010.0
232
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.7
8.4
9.9
4.0
8.5
2.8
2.3
2.8
3.6
1.7
4.2
3.0
5.1
3.1
3.8
7.9
8.3
9.6
8.7
5.0
6.7
6.9
4.6
10.0
5.4
5.8
7.4
4.5
5.6
3.6
3.3
3.9
3.6
8.2
6.9
9.3
8.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
5.0
9.3
8.3
5.5
7.5
2.5
5.0
5.0
7.5
8.3
10.0
10.0
3.7
4.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
-
7.5
10.0
5.0
126/16288/162
6.51
6.846.19
RANKING 103/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAMADAGASCAR
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
233
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.56 6.55 6.62 6.79 6.75 6.83 6.83 6.516.60
60
85
110
135
98 100 103
93 9086 84
100 103
MADAGASCAR | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.566.077.044.94.35.34.98.36.38.510.010.010.010.010.07.95.49.88.56.07.55.04.26.76.78.510.010.05.34.510.010.010.05.0
-0.010.0
-
6.556.286.824.94.35.34.98.36.38.510.08.35.010.010.08.25.49.89.36.07.55.04.26.76.77.75.1
10.04.34.810.010.010.05.0
-0.010.0
-
6.626.416.824.94.35.34.98.16.38.010.08.310.05.010.08.35.410.09.66.07.55.04.26.76.78.010.010.03.72.510.010.010.05.0
-0.010.0
-
6.796.217.374.94.35.34.97.36.39.06.78.35.010.010.09.58.810.09.68.510.05.010.08.88.88.1
10.010.03.72.810.010.010.08.8
-7.5
10.0-
6.756.487.013.52.94.13.57.36.39.06.78.35.010.010.09.58.810.09.68.510.05.010.08.88.88.010.010.03.32.510.010.010.08.8
-7.5
10.0-
6.836.607.073.52.94.13.58.36.99.58.38.35.010.010.09.58.810.09.67.9
10.05.010.08.88.88.1
10.010.03.33.310.010.010.07.5-
7.510.05.0
6.836.447.224.92.44.13.58.26.99.48.310.010.010.010.08.25.010.09.65.57.52.55.05.07.58.210.010.03.74.010.010.010.07.5-
7.510.05.0
6.606.316.893.73.14.14.08.36.99.58.310.010.010.010.07.65.09.88.15.57.52.55.05.07.58.310.010.03.74.310.010.010.07.5-
7.510.05.0
6.516.196.843.63.33.93.68.26.99.38.310.010.010.010.07.55.09.38.35.57.52.55.05.07.58.310.010.03.74.310.010.010.07.5-
7.510.05.0
234
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.1
6.9
9.4
2.0
6.0
4.7
5.2
3.7
4.8
5.8
4.2
2.3
8.2
4.7
4.4
6.7
7.6
8.6
5.7
5.0
6.1
7.4
5.4
6.6
4.9
5.8
4.7
6.9
5.8
4.9
5.1
5.4
4.3
8.8
9.3
9.5
7.5
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
8.5
-
9.4
7.6
-
-
-
-
-
-
7.8
10.0
10.0
5.0
6.3
-
-
-
7.5
10.0
10.0
0.0
10.0
139/16265/162
6.65
7.455.86
RANKING 97/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAMALAWI
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
235
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.72 6.78 6.77 6.99 6.89 6.72 6.67 6.61 6.65
60
85
110
135
90 87 90
75 78
9994
99 97
MALAWI | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.726.177.274.84.05.94.58.37.89.57.78.310.010.05.08.8
-9.18.5
------
7.310.010.04.34.8
---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
6.786.227.344.84.05.94.58.89.19.57.78.310.010.05.09.1-
9.48.8
------
6.610.010.02.04.3
---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
6.776.277.274.84.05.94.58.68.69.57.78.310.010.05.08.2
-8.67.8------
7.310.010.04.05.3
---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
6.996.527.474.84.05.94.59.59.19.59.88.310.010.05.08.4
-9.07.7------
7.010.010.03.74.3
---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
6.896.187.605.24.85.94.89.59.39.59.88.310.010.05.08.1-
8.97.4------
7.410.010.04.35.3
---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
6.725.927.515.24.85.94.88.89.39.57.58.310.010.05.08.1-
8.77.4------
7.510.010.04.35.5
---
8.3-
10.05.010.0
6.675.947.415.65.05.24.58.89.39.57.58.310.010.05.07.8-
8.86.9
------
7.610.010.04.75.8
---
6.7-
10.00.010.0
6.615.767.464.94.95.44.48.89.39.57.58.310.010.05.08.6
-9.47.8------
7.810.010.05.06.3
---
7.510.010.00.010.0
6.655.867.454.95.15.44.38.89.39.57.58.310.010.05.08.5
-9.47.6------
7.810.010.05.06.3
---
7.510.010.00.010.0
236
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.9
6.3
8.2
4.0
9.0
5.8
6.1
6.5
7.3
8.3
6.7
5.0
8.6
7.4
6.3
5.8
4.1
9.5
9.6
0.0
7.5
7.4
7.0
10.0
5.8
8.6
9.6
8.0
8.2
5.4
5.2
5.6
5.5
8.6
9.2
10.0
6.7
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
3.9
2.5
6.9
2.4
4.0
7.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
5.0
6.8
10.0
10.0
1.3
3.8
7.5
7.5
7.5
4.3
7.0
5.0
0.0
5.0
79/162126/162
6.41
5.906.92
RANKING 110/162SOUTH ASIAMALAYSIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
237
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.45 6.57 6.58 6.67 6.56 6.47 6.56 6.416.60
60
85
110
135
10598
108103 103 104
112
102110
MALAYSIA | SOUTH ASIA
6.456.616.305.85.65.76.19.29.1
10.08.35.05.05.05.07.34.69.47.95.25.05.04.67.14.25.610.010.02.04.03.36.73.32.5
-5.00.0
-
6.576.606.555.85.65.76.19.29.210.08.36.710.05.05.07.54.69.78.25.25.05.04.67.14.26.210.010.04.35.83.36.73.32.5
-5.00.0
-
6.586.856.305.85.65.76.19.29.210.08.35.05.05.05.07.34.69.67.65.25.05.04.67.14.25.710.010.02.04.33.36.73.32.5
-5.00.0
-
6.676.866.495.85.65.76.19.29.310.08.35.05.05.05.07.33.89.98.35.07.52.55.03.86.36.310.010.02.04.55.05.07.53.8
-7.50.0
-
6.566.856.285.24.65.75.39.29.210.08.35.05.05.05.06.93.89.17.95.07.52.55.03.86.36.310.010.02.04.35.05.07.53.8
-7.50.0
-
6.607.076.135.24.65.75.38.69.29.86.75.05.05.05.07.03.89.87.45.47.52.55.03.86.36.310.010.02.04.35.05.07.53.3
-5.00.05.0
6.477.105.844.45.55.75.88.69.210.06.75.05.05.05.06.72.59.97.64.07.52.52.52.55.06.910.010.01.74.37.57.57.53.3
-5.00.05.0
6.567.155.975.45.15.65.68.69.210.06.75.05.05.05.04.52.57.33.84.07.52.52.52.55.06.810.010.01.34.07.57.57.54.37.05.00.05.0
6.416.925.905.45.25.65.58.69.210.06.75.05.05.05.03.92.56.92.44.07.52.52.52.55.06.810.010.01.33.87.57.57.54.37.05.00.05.0
238
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
4.9
6.9
9.8
0.0
3.0
3.5
3.9
4.0
4.4
4.2
5.0
2.6
5.8
3.8
3.8
7.2
9.9
9.2
9.6
0.0
6.9
7.6
4.8
10.0
5.1
6.5
8.7
5.0
5.8
3.9
-
-
-
5.4
5.6
6.0
4.5
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
8.6
7.5
9.0
9.3
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.9
10.0
10.0
7.3
5.3
7.5
7.5
7.5
5.0
-
0.0
10.0
5.0
143/162119/162
5.93
6.065.80
RANKING 134/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAMALI
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
239
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
6.09 6.19 6.28 6.09 5.97 5.96 5.83 5.935.90
90
114
138
162
115 113120
126 128134 135
132 134
MALI | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.095.896.304.9
---
5.45.17.63.58.35.010.010.06.98.38.83.77.8
10.010.03.88.36.79.310.010.07.07.8
10.010.010.05.0
-0.010.0
-
6.196.046.334.9
---
5.55.17.83.58.310.05.010.06.88.39.13.17.8
10.010.03.88.36.79.510.010.08.77.8
10.010.010.05.0
-0.010.0
-
6.286.046.534.9
---
5.75.18.53.510.010.010.010.06.78.37.93.87.8
10.010.03.88.36.79.310.010.07.38.010.010.010.05.0
-0.010.0
-
6.095.926.274.9
---
5.85.18.53.86.710.010.00.07.010.07.73.49.810.010.08.810.010.07.5
10.010.07.08.35.05.07.55.0
-0.010.0
-
5.975.995.944.2
---
5.55.17.53.86.710.010.00.07.010.07.63.49.810.010.08.810.010.06.810.010.05.74.85.05.07.55.0
-0.010.0
-
5.965.955.974.2
---
5.35.65.64.58.310.010.05.07.1
10.08.23.210.010.010.08.810.010.05.60.010.07.05.05.05.07.55.0
-0.010.05.0
5.835.815.854.1---
5.35.65.74.58.310.010.05.06.27.57.33.97.57.57.57.57.57.57.9
10.010.07.35.37.57.57.55.0
-0.010.05.0
5.905.825.974.0
---
5.15.65.34.58.310.010.05.08.17.58.78.27.57.57.57.57.57.57.9
10.010.07.35.37.57.57.55.0
-0.010.05.0
5.935.806.063.9
---
5.45.66.04.58.310.010.05.08.67.59.09.37.57.57.57.57.57.57.9
10.010.07.35.37.57.57.55.0
-0.010.05.0
240
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.9
4.1
6.5
6.0
7.0
6.6
5.6
4.5
6.9
10.0
8.3
5.4
5.3
6.3
7.5
9.5
8.2
9.9
9.9
10.0
8.4
8.3
8.2
10.0
7.3
8.2
9.8
8.0
6.7
6.9
-
-
-
9.9
9.6
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.4
10.0
9.1
6.2
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.4
10.0
10.0
8.3
7.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
-
17/16220/162
8.35
8.987.73
RANKING 19/162WESTERN EUROPEMALTA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
241
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.31 8.36 8.31 8.34 8.24 8.34 8.38 8.358.30
1
20
40
60
19
1318 16
2017 18 18 19
MALTA | WESTERN EUROPE
8.317.599.047.5---
9.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.07.6
10.08.83.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.77.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.367.649.087.5---
9.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.07.7
10.09.33.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.38.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.317.599.037.5---
9.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.07.4
10.08.53.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.77.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.347.679.007.5---
9.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.07.010.07.43.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.77.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.247.638.847.2---
9.68.910.010.010.010.010.010.06.910.07.33.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.77.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.307.668.937.2---
9.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.07.4
10.08.23.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.347.808.877.0---
9.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.07.3
10.08.13.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.387.729.04
7.1---
9.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.610.09.26.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.37.8
10.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
-
8.357.738.986.9
---
9.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.410.09.16.210.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.37.8
10.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
-
242
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
5.3
4.0
-
6.0
6.0
3.7
3.1
2.0
2.6
4.6
-
6.3
7.6
5.3
5.7
8.1
9.3
8.4
9.7
5.0
5.9
7.4
3.8
10.0
2.6
6.7
8.5
5.9
5.7
3.9
-
-
-
5.8
6.0
8.0
3.4
8.3
5.0
10.0
10.0
5.7
5.0
9.1
2.9
5.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
0.0
5.0
6.0
10.0
7.7
4.3
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
0.0
-
0.0
0.0
0.0
136/162151/162
5.47
4.995.96
RANKING 147/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAMAURITANIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
243
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.95 5.78 5.83 5.75 5.47 5.37 5.475.90 5.40
90
114
138
162
120117
134 134 134
143147 147 147
MAURITANIA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
5.905.985.814.3
---
6.65.78.36.05.00.05.010.06.72.99.97.26.77.55.08.35.47.17.4
10.010.04.04.56.76.710.05.0
-10.00.0
-
5.956.045.874.3
---
6.75.78.46.05.05.00.010.06.52.99.86.76.77.55.08.35.47.18.1
10.07.18.08.06.76.710.05.0
-10.00.0
-
5.785.775.804.3
---
6.75.78.46.05.00.05.010.06.32.99.46.46.77.55.08.35.47.17.6
10.010.04.35.36.76.710.05.0
-10.00.0
-
5.835.785.884.3
---
5.85.77.54.36.710.00.010.07.1
5.09.27.18.57.57.5
10.08.88.87.5
10.010.04.35.57.57.57.53.8
-7.50.0
-
5.755.685.833.9
---
6.05.78.04.36.710.00.010.07.05.09.06.98.57.57.5
10.08.88.87.7
10.010.05.35.87.57.57.53.8
-7.50.0
-
5.475.605.353.9
---
5.86.08.03.46.710.00.010.07.05.09.06.97.97.57.5
10.08.88.87.6
10.010.05.35.37.57.57.50.0
-0.00.00.0
5.405.685.133.9
---
5.86.08.03.48.35.010.010.07.25.09.37.15.57.57.57.50.05.06.1
10.07.55.05.05.05.05.00.0
-0.00.00.0
5.375.705.043.9
---
5.86.08.03.48.35.010.010.06.25.09.14.65.57.57.57.50.05.06.010.07.64.75.05.05.05.00.0
-0.00.00.0
5.475.964.993.9
---
5.86.08.03.48.35.010.010.05.75.09.12.95.57.57.57.50.05.06.010.07.74.35.05.05.05.00.0
-0.00.00.0
244
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.5
6.7
8.4
6.0
9.0
6.8
6.6
5.7
6.5
8.8
-
5.0
9.5
6.0
6.8
9.6
8.9
9.6
9.8
10.0
8.4
9.4
7.2
10.0
7.0
7.7
9.3
6.4
7.6
6.4
-
-
-
9.2
9.3
10.0
8.3
6.7
5.0
5.0
10.0
8.0
7.5
9.2
7.4
9.0
10.0
7.5
10.0
7.5
10.0
9.4
10.0
10.0
8.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
5.0
-
10.0
0.0
5.0
8/16252/162
7.86
7.728.01
RANKING 37/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAMAURITIUS
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
245
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 201620152014
6
5
7
8
9
8.21 8.11 8.24 8.32 8.37 8.23 7.93 7.867.90
1
20
40
60
2528
2218
1419
40 38 37
MAURITIUS | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
8.217.968.476.7---
9.58.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.38.39.99.78.610.07.55.410.010.09.010.010.08.08.06.710.010.07.5-
10.05.0
-
8.117.858.366.7---
9.58.89.810.010.010.010.010.09.48.310.09.88.610.07.55.410.010.07.7
10.010.04.72.56.710.010.07.5-
10.05.0
-
8.247.988.516.7---
9.68.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.38.39.89.88.610.07.55.410.010.08.910.010.08.07.86.710.010.07.5-
10.05.0
-
8.328.058.586.7---
9.68.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.58.89.99.88.810.07.57.5
10.08.89.310.010.07.77.8
10.010.010.07.5-
10.05.0
-
8.378.158.586.6
---
9.79.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.58.89.99.88.810.07.57.5
10.08.89.310.010.07.77.5
10.010.010.07.5-
10.05.0
-
8.238.128.346.6
---
9.18.910.08.310.010.010.010.09.58.810.09.78.810.07.57.5
10.08.89.310.010.07.77.5
10.010.010.06.7-
10.05.05.0
7.938.027.846.5
---
9.29.410.08.36.75.05.010.09.07.59.99.79.010.07.5
10.07.5
10.09.310.010.07.77.5
10.010.010.05.0
-10.00.05.0
7.908.027.786.6
---
9.29.310.08.36.75.05.010.08.27.59.37.89.010.07.5
10.07.5
10.09.410.010.08.07.5
10.010.010.05.0
-10.00.05.0
7.868.017.726.4
---
9.29.310.08.36.75.05.010.08.07.59.27.49.010.07.5
10.07.5
10.09.410.010.08.07.5
10.010.010.05.0
-10.00.05.0
246
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.9
7.3
6.4
10.0
8.0
4.1
3.2
3.0
5.0
5.0
2.5
5.9
7.4
2.4
2.8
8.1
8.5
9.5
9.4
5.0
7.3
8.0
5.8
10.0
5.3
7.1
9.3
5.6
6.4
3.9
4.7
4.0
3.0
6.0
2.3
7.5
8.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.6
7.5
7.4
7.8
8.5
10.0
10.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.0
2.9
10.0
3.7
2.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
82/16289/162
6.85
6.806.90
RANKING 75/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANMEXICO
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
247
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.92 6.83 6.72 6.72 6.67 6.78 6.92 6.856.90
60
85
110
135
7681
95 98 9589
77 75 75
MEXICO | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
6.926.667.194.25.04.03.57.85.18.59.810.010.010.010.07.17.19.34.97.37.57.55.47.18.87.64.7
10.05.03.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.836.537.144.25.04.03.57.23.18.59.810.010.010.010.07.17.19.64.67.37.57.55.47.18.88.63.1
10.09.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.726.676.784.25.04.03.56.51.28.59.810.010.010.010.06.97.18.84.87.37.57.55.47.18.86.91.5
10.04.32.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.726.686.764.25.04.03.56.10.97.59.810.010.010.010.07.17.59.04.87.8
10.010.05.06.37.57.13.310.04.32.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.676.716.643.54.23.92.56.21.47.59.810.010.010.010.06.87.58.74.27.8
10.010.05.06.37.57.45.010.04.72.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.786.776.793.54.23.92.56.12.57.48.310.010.010.010.07.07.59.24.29.210.010.05.06.37.57.87.6
10.04.72.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.926.856.994.25.04.43.16.53.67.58.310.010.010.010.07.27.59.44.68.510.010.07.57.57.57.77.69.94.02.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.906.886.913.84.54.12.96.43.47.58.310.010.010.010.07.67.58.37.28.510.010.07.57.57.57.46.010.03.72.310.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
6.856.906.803.94.74.03.06.02.37.58.310.010.010.010.07.67.57.47.88.510.010.07.57.57.57.02.910.03.72.310.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
248
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.5
6.5
6.5
6.0
7.0
4.3
1.8
2.4
3.8
6.7
6.7
4.3
9.5
4.0
6.2
8.0
9.0
9.2
8.7
5.0
7.5
8.7
7.1
10.0
4.0
6.9
9.5
5.2
6.0
4.5
5.1
4.7
3.6
8.7
8.7
9.0
8.3
8.3
5.0
10.0
10.0
6.0
5.0
7.7
5.5
6.0
7.5
7.5
5.0
5.0
5.0
7.4
10.0
10.0
4.3
4.8
7.5
7.5
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
95/16276/162
6.85
7.066.64
RANKING 75/162EASTERN EUROPEMOLDOVA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
249
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.21 7.19 7.02 7.08 7.05 6.89 6.84 6.857.00
50
75
100
125
62 65
73
65 6872
81 8075
MOLDOVA | EASTERN EUROPE
7.216.917.514.24.54.24.08.97.79.010.08.310.05.010.08.8
-9.48.2
------
6.710.010.03.33.5
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.196.667.734.24.54.24.08.47.67.6
10.08.35.010.010.09.0
-9.48.6
------
9.310.010.09.08.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.026.587.454.24.54.24.08.87.49.010.08.310.05.010.08.6
-9.18.1------
6.710.07.24.35.3
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.086.707.464.24.54.24.08.47.09.09.28.35.010.010.08.7-
9.28.2
------
7.510.010.04.35.5
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.056.647.463.94.44.13.48.67.89.09.28.35.010.010.08.6
-9.08.2
------
7.510.010.04.75.5
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.006.557.453.94.44.13.48.68.39.08.38.35.010.010.08.7-
9.87.7------
7.510.010.04.75.5
---
10.0-
10.010.010.0
6.896.657.134.14.54.33.48.78.79.08.38.35.010.010.07.65.09.78.26.07.57.55.05.05.07.4
10.010.04.35.37.57.57.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
6.846.577.104.55.04.63.88.78.79.08.38.35.010.010.06.45.07.86.36.07.57.55.05.05.07.4
10.010.04.34.87.57.57.5
10.010.010.010.010.0
6.856.647.064.55.14.73.68.78.79.08.38.35.010.010.06.05.07.75.56.07.57.55.05.05.07.4
10.010.04.34.87.57.57.5
10.010.010.010.010.0
250
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
8.0
5.4
7.6
10.0
9.0
5.6
3.3
3.8
4.4
8.3
6.7
5.8
9.1
5.3
6.7
9.4
9.4
8.3
9.9
10.0
6.8
8.9
3.8
10.0
4.4
7.3
8.4
6.7
6.7
5.3
5.4
5.3
5.0
8.9
7.7
9.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.6
10.0
9.0
6.7
8.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
2.5
10.0
8.2
10.0
10.0
5.7
7.0
10.0
10.0
5.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
48/16243/162
7.70
8.007.40
RANKING 45/162EAST ASIAMONGOLIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
251
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.15 7.30 7.32 7.58 7.52 7.64 7.71 7.71 7.70
30
50
70
90
66
57 58
5053
45 45 45 45
MONGOLIA | EAST ASIA
7.156.737.565.35.25.35.48.36.89.09.210.010.010.010.08.65.810.09.85.25.05.05.84.25.87.9
10.010.05.76.06.76.710.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.307.037.565.35.25.35.48.36.79.09.210.010.010.010.08.55.89.99.85.25.05.05.84.25.88.010.010.06.36.06.76.710.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.327.067.585.35.25.35.48.46.59.59.210.010.010.010.08.55.89.99.85.25.05.05.84.25.87.9
10.010.05.36.86.76.710.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.587.177.985.35.25.35.48.56.19.510.010.010.010.010.08.25.09.99.88.07.57.57.57.5
10.09.010.010.05.77.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.527.028.025.25.55.24.88.97.29.510.010.010.010.010.08.15.010.09.38.07.57.57.57.5
10.09.010.010.05.77.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.647.178.115.25.55.24.89.07.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.25.010.09.58.37.57.57.57.5
10.09.010.010.05.77.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.717.328.105.05.45.54.28.77.19.010.010.010.010.010.09.910.09.99.88.510.010.010.02.510.08.210.010.05.77.010.010.05.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.717.388.045.35.75.44.88.87.59.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.09.37.58.510.010.010.02.510.08.210.010.05.77.010.010.05.09.37.010.010.010.0
7.707.408.005.35.45.35.08.97.79.010.010.010.010.010.08.610.09.06.78.510.010.010.02.510.08.210.010.05.77.010.010.05.09.37.010.010.010.0
252
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.9
5.8
-
8.0
7.0
4.9
4.3
4.0
5.0
6.7
-
4.8
7.6
4.9
5.9
8.3
8.8
9.3
9.9
5.0
8.2
8.3
7.5
10.0
6.9
6.9
6.7
7.4
6.7
5.1
-
-
-
8.9
8.2
9.5
-
10.0
10.0
10.0
-
8.9
-
9.0
8.8
-
-
-
-
-
-
5.2
10.0
0.0
5.7
5.3
-
-
-
9.0
7.0
10.0
10.0
-
72/16256/162
7.34
7.637.04
RANKING 52/162EASTERN EUROPEMONTENEGRO
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
253
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.67 7.58 7.77 7.64 7.66 7.57 7.64 7.36 7.34
30
50
70
90
4548
4347 45 47 46
54 52
MONTENEGRO | EASTERN EUROPE
7.677.198.155.5
---
9.38.59.510.010.010.010.010.07.5-
8.86.2
------
8.110.010.06.36.0
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.587.16
8.005.5
---
9.48.79.510.010.010.010.010.07.8-
8.57.2------
6.410.010.01.74.0
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.777.338.215.5
---
9.59.09.510.010.010.010.010.07.6-
8.56.6
------
8.110.010.06.36.0
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.647.148.155.5
---
9.48.79.510.010.010.010.010.07.2-
8.06.3
------
8.310.010.07.06.0
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.667.258.085.2
---
9.58.99.510.010.010.010.010.07.1-
8.45.7------
8.210.010.07.05.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.577.088.055.2
---
9.49.49.5
-10.010.010.0
-7.1-
8.65.6
------
8.010.010.06.75.5
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.647.178.105.2
---
9.18.79.5
-10.010.010.0
-8.1-
8.97.3------
8.010.010.06.75.5
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.366.747.985.3
---
9.28.99.5
-10.010.010.0
-7.9-
8.27.6------
8.010.010.06.35.5
---
9.07.010.010.0
-
7.347.047.635.1---
8.98.29.5
-10.010.010.0
-8.9
-9.08.8
------
5.210.00.05.75.3
---
9.07.010.010.0
-
254
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.9
4.4
7.3
8.0
4.0
5.4
4.6
4.2
6.2
6.7
6.7
5.0
7.5
7.6
6.9
7.2
9.7
9.5
9.7
0.0
6.9
6.8
6.0
10.0
5.0
6.4
7.8
4.2
7.0
4.2
3.4
5.4
3.7
8.4
9.5
9.0
6.7
8.3
10.0
5.0
10.0
4.4
2.5
8.1
2.7
5.0
7.5
2.5
2.5
5.0
7.5
7.3
10.0
10.0
2.3
3.8
10.0
7.5
7.5
3.3
-
5.0
0.0
5.0
115/162124/162
6.18
5.996.37
RANKING 127/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICAMOROCCO
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
255
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.29 6.36 6.46 6.38 6.31 6.18 6.17 6.186.40
60
94
128
162
109 108116 113 114
121126 124 127
MOROCCO | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
6.296.226.364.02.95.43.58.79.59.07.58.310.05.010.05.91.39.76.85.75.05.05.47.15.87.1
10.010.02.04.310.06.76.75.0
-10.00.0
-
6.366.266.464.02.95.43.58.79.59.07.58.35.010.010.06.11.39.87.45.75.05.05.47.15.87.9
10.09.76.06.010.06.76.75.0
-10.00.0
-
6.406.416.394.02.95.43.58.69.49.07.58.310.05.010.06.41.39.78.25.75.05.05.47.15.87.010.010.01.73.810.06.76.75.0
-10.00.0
-
6.466.476.464.02.95.43.58.09.57.96.78.35.010.010.06.62.59.77.67.57.57.58.86.37.57.1
10.09.41.73.810.07.57.55.0
-10.00.0
-
6.386.346.413.72.75.03.58.19.58.06.78.35.010.010.06.62.59.77.67.57.57.58.86.37.57.2
10.09.42.04.010.07.57.55.0
-10.00.0
-
6.316.376.243.72.75.03.58.19.58.06.78.35.010.010.06.62.59.67.67.57.57.58.86.37.57.2
10.09.72.04.010.07.57.53.3
-5.00.05.0
6.186.286.093.72.75.13.38.49.69.06.78.310.05.010.06.62.59.77.65.07.52.52.55.07.57.2
10.09.72.04.010.07.57.53.3
-5.00.05.0
6.176.365.984.02.95.33.78.49.59.06.78.310.05.010.05.02.58.14.45.07.52.52.55.07.57.3
10.09.72.33.810.07.57.53.3
-5.00.05.0
6.186.375.994.23.45.43.78.49.59.06.78.310.05.010.04.42.58.12.75.07.52.52.55.07.57.3
10.010.02.33.810.07.57.53.3
-5.00.05.0
256
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
6.1
3.4
9.0
6.0
6.0
4.0
3.1
2.7
4.5
6.7
5.0
0.0
7.6
3.0
4.0
6.0
7.4
8.5
8.0
0.0
6.4
7.9
5.5
10.0
2.2
5.1
6.3
3.1
5.8
3.6
-
-
-
8.6
8.6
8.7
8.3
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
7.9
5.0
9.3
9.4
2.5
5.0
2.5
0.0
2.5
2.5
7.6
10.0
10.0
6.0
4.8
7.5
7.5
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
149/16295/162
6.08
6.665.50
RANKING 130/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAMOZAMBIQUE
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
257
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
6.03 5.86 5.95 6.33 6.34 6.41 6.23 6.086.20
90
114
138
162
116
124127
118 117 117122 122
130
MOZAMBIQUE | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.035.676.394.8
---
8.08.39.06.75.00.010.05.08.07.18.88.17.57.57.58.37.17.18.910.010.06.06.310.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.865.476.244.8
---
8.18.69.06.75.010.00.05.07.97.19.07.57.57.57.58.37.17.17.2
10.010.00.00.510.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.955.516.404.8
---
8.18.69.06.75.00.010.05.07.97.19.37.47.57.57.58.37.17.18.810.010.05.75.810.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.335.776.884.8
---
8.38.69.56.75.010.00.05.08.28.89.36.49.010.010.08.87.58.88.910.010.06.06.010.010.010.05.0
-10.00.0
-
6.345.936.744.3
---
8.18.69.06.75.010.00.05.08.58.89.57.19.010.010.08.87.58.88.910.010.05.76.510.010.010.05.0
-10.00.0
-
6.415.787.054.3
---
8.48.68.28.35.010.00.05.08.68.89.67.59.610.010.08.87.58.88.810.010.05.75.810.010.010.06.7-
10.00.010.0
6.235.756.713.8
---
8.68.68.98.38.310.010.05.07.45.09.47.72.55.02.50.02.52.57.8
10.010.06.05.87.57.57.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
6.205.636.783.8
---
8.68.69.08.38.310.010.05.08.15.010.09.32.55.02.50.02.52.57.7
10.010.06.05.37.57.57.5
10.010.010.010.010.0
6.085.506.663.6
---
8.68.68.78.38.310.010.05.07.95.09.39.42.55.02.50.02.52.57.6
10.010.06.04.87.57.57.5
10.010.010.010.010.0
258
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
6.3
2.9
-
7.0
9.0
3.5
2.7
2.7
3.4
3.3
5.0
1.9
7.0
3.1
3.9
6.5
7.8
9.5
8.6
0.0
5.0
5.4
2.9
10.0
1.5
5.8
5.9
5.6
5.9
3.0
2.4
3.7
2.9
8.1
9.1
7.7
7.5
1.7
0.0
0.0
5.0
6.3
7.5
6.9
4.7
7.0
7.5
7.5
5.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
8.1
9.6
2.3
2.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
4.4
0.0
2.5
5.0
10.0
151/162139/162
5.44
5.465.42
RANKING 149/162SOUTH ASIAMYANMAR
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
259
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
4.96 5.36 5.03 4.78 5.05 5.19 5.58 5.45 5.44
90
114
138
162
139135
152 152148 150
142145
149
MYANMAR | SOUTH ASIA
4.963.866.053.4
---
8.39.46.49.23.30.00.010.09.7-
9.310.0
------
4.410.07.20.00.5
---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
5.364.226.503.4
---
8.29.36.29.23.30.00.010.09.9
-9.810.0
------
8.010.08.27.06.8
---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
5.034.066.013.4
---
8.29.46.29.23.30.00.010.09.3
-9.09.6
------
4.510.07.40.00.8
---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
4.784.445.123.4
---
8.39.26.69.21.70.00.05.07.63.89.1
10.03.00.00.07.53.83.85.810.07.60.72.37.57.55.03.8
-2.55.0
-
5.055.005.103.12.13.93.28.28.96.69.21.70.00.05.07.73.89.410.03.00.00.07.53.83.86.610.010.02.34.07.57.55.03.8
-2.55.0
-
5.195.355.033.12.13.93.27.99.07.17.51.70.00.05.07.53.89.29.41.30.00.07.53.83.86.710.010.02.74.07.57.55.05.8
-2.55.010.0
5.585.365.803.12.53.73.07.99.17.27.51.70.00.05.08.67.58.99.47.07.57.55.07.57.57.48.18.12.33.310.010.010.05.8
-2.55.010.0
5.455.325.583.22.34.23.27.99.17.07.51.70.00.05.07.27.57.56.77.07.57.55.07.57.57.8
10.09.02.33.010.010.010.04.40.02.55.010.0
5.445.425.463.02.43.72.98.19.17.77.51.70.00.05.06.37.56.94.77.07.57.55.07.57.57.58.19.62.32.810.010.010.04.40.02.55.010.0
260
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.3
4.3
6.8
4.0
6.0
6.4
7.1
5.9
7.0
10.0
8.3
4.8
4.5
5.5
4.8
6.1
7.7
8.2
8.7
0.0
6.4
5.6
5.6
10.0
4.2
7.8
8.8
8.2
6.3
5.8
-
-
-
7.0
3.1
9.5
8.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.7
7.5
9.8
8.9
7.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
5.0
8.3
10.0
10.0
7.0
6.8
-
-
7.5
8.0
7.0
10.0
5.0
10.0
113/16268/162
6.90
7.396.40
RANKING 74/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICANAMIBIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
261
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.06 7.04 6.96 6.97 6.977.00 7.00 7.00 6.90
60
85
110
135
7268 71
78 7672 72 72 74
NAMIBIA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
7.006.837.185.8
---
6.23.39.55.810.010.010.010.08.37.18.69.17.37.57.57.17.17.18.810.010.07.37.5
10.06.710.07.5-
10.05.0
-
7.066.937.195.8
---
6.02.79.55.810.010.010.010.08.67.19.09.87.37.57.57.17.17.18.910.010.08.77.3
10.06.710.07.5-
10.05.0
-
7.046.847.245.8
---
6.54.29.55.810.010.010.010.08.37.18.59.37.37.57.57.17.17.18.610.010.07.06.510.06.710.07.5-
10.05.0
-
6.966.617.325.8
---
7.44.49.58.310.010.010.010.08.37.58.49.17.57.57.57.57.57.58.010.010.07.06.87.57.57.56.3
-7.55.0
-
6.976.797.155.6
---
7.03.19.58.310.010.010.010.08.27.58.29.07.57.57.57.57.57.58.1
10.010.07.07.07.57.57.56.3
-7.55.0
-
7.006.637.385.6
---
7.03.19.58.310.010.010.010.08.47.58.69.37.57.57.57.57.57.58.1
10.010.07.07.07.57.57.58.3
-10.05.010.0
7.006.757.265.3
---
7.03.19.58.310.010.010.010.08.27.58.58.77.07.57.57.57.55.08.210.010.07.06.5
--
7.58.3
-10.05.010.0
6.976.617.335.5
---
7.03.19.58.310.010.010.010.08.87.59.89.17.07.57.57.57.55.08.210.010.07.06.5
--
7.58.07.010.05.010.0
6.906.407.395.8
---
7.03.19.58.310.010.010.010.08.77.59.88.97.07.57.57.57.55.08.310.010.07.06.8
--
7.58.07.010.05.010.0
262
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.9
8.2
9.4
7.0
7.0
4.6
5.0
3.7
5.4
3.8
-
3.4
8.3
5.3
5.3
6.4
8.1
9.4
8.2
0.0
6.6
6.0
5.9
10.0
4.6
7.1
9.3
5.8
6.0
4.3
3.9
4.7
4.3
9.3
9.1
9.5
9.2
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
5.2
2.5
7.6
5.5
5.0
7.5
7.5
5.0
2.5
2.5
6.7
10.0
10.0
4.7
4.8
5.0
7.5
5.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
102/16285/162
6.72
6.916.53
RANKING 92/162SOUTH ASIANEPAL
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
263
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.71 6.71 6.77 6.89 6.77 6.73 6.726.80 6.70
60
85
110
135
92 91 90 91 93
8087 86
92
NEPAL | SOUTH ASIA
6.716.037.405.15.54.35.48.18.78.96.78.310.010.05.09.7
10.09.59.77.87.57.58.38.37.17.76.210.05.03.010.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.715.867.575.15.54.35.48.28.89.26.78.310.010.05.09.7
10.09.59.57.87.57.58.38.37.19.16.310.09.08.310.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.776.207.355.15.54.35.48.38.89.46.78.310.010.05.09.610.09.59.37.87.57.58.38.37.16.80.010.04.73.010.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.806.127.485.15.54.35.49.29.09.39.28.310.010.05.08.36.39.88.86.37.57.56.33.86.36.310.010.05.03.85.05.05.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.706.127.274.54.94.24.39.29.19.49.28.310.010.05.08.36.39.39.46.37.57.56.33.86.35.66.410.04.73.35.05.05.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.896.367.414.54.94.24.39.29.19.49.28.310.010.05.08.36.39.49.37.17.57.56.33.86.36.210.010.04.74.05.05.05.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.776.457.094.34.34.24.29.39.29.59.28.310.010.05.07.02.59.78.95.07.57.55.02.52.56.610.010.04.74.05.07.55.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.736.506.954.23.94.14.49.39.19.59.28.310.010.05.06.02.57.87.65.07.57.55.02.52.56.610.010.04.74.35.07.55.010.010.010.010.010.0
6.726.536.914.33.94.74.39.39.19.59.28.310.010.05.05.22.57.65.55.07.57.55.02.52.56.710.010.04.74.85.07.55.010.010.010.010.010.0
264
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
3.9
1.2
3.5
8.0
3.0
8.2
9.1
7.2
8.7
10.0
10.0
5.1
7.9
8.6
6.8
9.5
8.3
9.8
9.9
10.0
8.7
8.3
8.5
10.0
7.9
8.3
9.1
7.4
8.3
8.5
8.9
8.7
8.0
9.9
9.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.9
10.0
8.4
8.2
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.7
10.0
10.0
9.3
8.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
18/1621/162
8.55
9.407.71
RANKING 6/162WESTERN EUROPENETHERLANDS
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
265
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.41 8.33 8.34 8.35 8.48 8.55 8.558.40 8.40
1
20
40
60
1317 15 14 15 13 13
7 6
NETHERLANDS | WESTERN EUROPE
8.417.589.248.38.98.08.09.79.69.59.810.010.010.010.07.9
10.08.35.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.38.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.337.449.228.38.98.08.09.89.69.99.810.010.010.010.07.3
10.07.84.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.08.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.347.489.208.38.98.08.09.79.79.59.810.010.010.010.07.5
10.07.54.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.010.09.08.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.407.589.228.38.98.08.09.79.79.59.810.010.010.010.07.6
10.07.94.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.38.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.357.549.168.28.78.37.59.79.79.59.810.010.010.010.07.2
10.06.84.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.78.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.407.629.198.28.78.37.59.79.79.510.010.010.010.010.07.3
10.06.75.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.78.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.487.749.218.28.68.67.59.79.79.510.010.010.010.010.07.5
10.06.65.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.38.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.557.739.378.58.78.88.09.99.810.010.010.010.010.010.08.610.08.47.5
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.38.810.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.557.71
9.408.58.98.78.09.99.810.010.010.010.010.010.08.910.08.48.210.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.38.810.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
266
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.5
4.6
6.3
8.0
7.0
8.7
9.5
7.5
8.8
10.0
9.2
7.2
9.9
9.1
7.2
9.5
8.8
9.2
9.8
10.0
8.6
9.1
8.2
10.0
7.2
9.2
10.0
8.8
8.7
7.9
8.4
7.9
7.4
9.9
9.6
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.7
10.0
9.3
9.9
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.5
10.0
10.0
8.7
8.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
3/1626/162
8.89
9.288.49
RANKING 1/162OCEANIANEW ZEALAND
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
267
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.91 8.88 8.79 8.78 8.87 8.92 8.88 8.898.80
1
20
40
60
2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1
NEW ZEALAND | OCEANIA
8.918.409.428.18.77.67.99.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.29.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.08.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.808.279.338.18.77.67.99.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.910.09.99.810.010.010.010.010.010.08.610.010.05.35.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.888.339.438.18.77.67.99.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.99.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.010.09.08.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.798.399.198.18.77.67.99.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.97.59.89.48.510.010.07.55.010.09.610.010.09.08.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.788.479.107.78.57.57.29.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.87.59.89.38.510.010.07.55.010.09.610.010.09.08.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.878.489.267.78.57.57.29.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.07.59.79.810.010.010.07.55.010.09.610.010.09.08.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.928.489.367.98.27.87.79.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.78.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.888.489.277.88.17.87.59.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.09.79.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.898.499.287.98.47.97.49.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.39.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.78.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
268
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
8.0
9.0
10.0
7.0
6.0
4.5
1.0
1.8
4.1
4.2
5.8
5.1
7.3
5.3
6.4
9.1
8.1
9.0
9.3
10.0
7.8
8.5
5.6
10.0
7.2
7.0
9.5
6.0
5.5
3.8
4.0
3.9
3.4
8.3
7.1
9.5
8.3
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
7.9
7.5
9.7
6.6
4.0
5.0
2.5
2.5
2.5
7.5
7.0
10.0
10.0
5.3
4.0
7.5
5.0
7.5
6.9
0.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
54/162103/162
6.85
6.437.27
RANKING 75/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANNICARAGUA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
269
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.26 7.29 7.02 7.11 6.97 6.82 6.857.20 7.00
40
65
90
115
6064
59
72 7367
74
8275
NICARAGUA | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
7.267.127.414.34.54.24.28.14.79.510.010.010.010.010.08.57.19.49.06.95.07.58.38.35.47.7
10.010.05.35.36.76.710.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.207.097.314.34.54.24.27.94.39.510.010.010.010.010.08.67.19.79.16.95.07.58.38.35.46.910.010.01.73.56.76.710.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.297.187.404.34.54.24.28.04.59.510.010.010.010.010.08.67.19.69.16.95.07.58.38.35.47.8
10.010.05.75.36.76.710.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.027.316.744.34.54.24.27.64.99.58.36.75.010.05.08.46.39.69.55.57.57.52.53.86.38.310.010.05.75.010.07.5
10.08.8
-7.5
10.0-
7.007.366.643.84.03.73.57.85.49.58.36.75.010.05.08.46.39.59.55.57.57.52.53.86.38.310.010.05.35.010.07.5
10.08.8
-7.5
10.0-
7.117.346.883.84.03.73.57.96.09.58.36.75.010.05.08.46.39.59.47.17.57.52.53.86.38.210.010.05.34.810.07.5
10.09.2
-7.5
10.010.0
6.977.306.653.53.83.63.38.06.59.38.38.310.010.05.08.97.59.59.64.05.02.52.52.57.57.2
10.010.05.34.87.55.07.59.2
-7.5
10.010.0
6.827.276.363.43.43.73.28.16.69.58.38.310.010.05.08.57.59.58.34.05.02.52.52.57.57.1
10.010.05.34.37.55.07.56.90.07.5
10.010.0
6.857.276.433.84.03.93.48.37.19.58.38.310.010.05.07.97.59.76.64.05.02.52.52.57.57.010.010.05.34.07.55.07.56.90.07.5
10.010.0
270
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
6.8
6.5
9.8
6.0
5.0
3.7
-
4.3
-
3.3
3.3
4.0
7.2
-
-
7.0
8.8
9.3
10.0
0.0
5.5
6.1
4.4
10.0
1.4
7.1
9.1
4.3
7.8
4.2
-
-
-
6.9
8.2
6.8
5.8
6.7
10.0
10.0
0.0
7.8
7.5
9.3
6.6
5.5
5.0
5.0
5.0
7.5
5.0
5.3
10.0
10.0
4.7
5.3
2.5
2.5
2.5
4.2
-
2.5
10.0
0.0
131/162129/162
5.86
5.716.01
RANKING 137/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICANIGER
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
271
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
6.17 6.38 6.55 6.24 6.06 5.95 5.83 5.67 5.86
90
114
138
162
113107 109
121126
135 135139 137
NIGER | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.175.396.954.7---
8.08.18.47.46.75.05.010.08.08.37.87.78.17.57.58.37.1
10.07.6
10.010.02.73.810.06.710.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.385.707.054.7---
8.18.18.97.46.75.05.010.08.18.37.98.18.17.57.58.37.1
10.08.010.010.05.04.510.06.710.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.555.917.194.7---
8.18.19.07.48.35.010.010.08.18.38.07.98.17.57.58.37.1
10.07.8
10.010.03.04.810.06.710.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.245.806.694.7---
7.98.19.06.63.35.05.00.07.67.57.77.68.310.010.06.37.57.58.710.010.05.05.810.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.065.556.574.1---
7.98.29.06.63.35.05.00.07.87.57.97.98.310.010.06.37.57.58.610.010.05.05.510.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
5.955.696.224.1---
7.68.28.85.83.35.05.00.07.67.57.77.69.210.010.06.37.57.58.610.010.05.05.010.010.010.04.2
-2.510.00.0
5.835.795.884.1---
7.58.28.45.86.710.010.00.08.27.58.78.45.55.05.05.07.55.05.410.010.05.05.32.52.52.54.2
-2.510.00.0
5.675.745.604.3
---
6.68.25.75.86.710.010.00.07.47.58.36.35.55.05.05.07.55.05.310.010.04.75.02.52.52.54.2
-2.510.00.0
5.866.015.714.2
---
6.98.26.85.86.710.010.00.07.87.59.36.65.55.05.05.07.55.05.310.010.04.75.32.52.52.54.2
-2.510.00.0
272
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
7.1
9.5
9.9
2.0
7.0
3.6
4.4
3.0
4.6
3.3
3.3
4.5
5.2
3.3
3.4
7.5
9.0
9.0
6.9
5.0
5.9
7.2
3.1
8.4
4.8
7.6
8.7
8.9
5.1
4.3
3.8
5.0
4.2
5.2
6.1
4.6
4.8
6.7
5.0
10.0
5.0
7.3
10.0
6.5
5.5
9.0
7.5
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.2
10.0
9.9
5.3
4.5
10.0
10.0
7.5
3.3
-
5.0
0.0
5.0
118/162128/162
6.07
5.826.32
RANKING 132/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICANIGERIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
273
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
6.15 5.89 5.84 5.72 5.92 6.05 6.01 6.076.00
90
114
138
162
114121
126133
136 136130 130 132
NIGERIA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.156.036.273.72.85.32.87.25.79.06.96.75.010.05.08.36.78.79.57.37.55.07.18.38.38.38.710.05.04.510.010.010.05.0
-10.00.0
-
5.895.895.893.72.85.32.86.85.77.76.95.010.00.05.08.56.79.19.57.37.55.07.18.38.37.19.410.00.00.010.010.010.05.0
-10.00.0
-
6.006.125.883.72.85.32.86.35.76.46.95.00.010.05.08.26.78.59.47.37.55.07.18.38.38.38.1
10.05.34.810.010.010.05.0
-10.00.0
-
5.846.345.343.72.85.32.85.85.76.05.71.75.00.00.08.06.38.88.99.010.07.58.88.810.08.59.410.05.74.510.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.726.225.233.62.75.03.15.65.75.35.71.75.00.00.07.86.38.38.99.010.07.58.88.810.08.48.810.05.74.310.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.926.395.453.62.75.03.15.36.15.04.83.35.00.05.08.06.38.78.99.210.07.58.88.810.08.59.410.05.34.510.010.010.03.3
-5.00.05.0
6.056.385.723.93.25.03.64.46.12.24.86.75.010.05.09.310.08.69.49.07.57.5
10.010.010.08.210.010.05.34.310.010.07.53.3
-5.00.05.0
6.016.395.634.23.74.84.24.46.12.24.86.75.010.05.07.7
10.06.86.39.07.57.5
10.010.010.08.210.010.05.34.510.010.07.53.3
-5.00.05.0
6.076.325.824.33.85.04.25.26.14.64.86.75.010.05.07.3
10.06.55.59.07.57.5
10.010.010.08.210.09.95.34.510.010.07.53.3
-5.00.05.0
274
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
4.5
1.5
5.0
7.0
4.5
8.7
9.3
6.9
8.6
10.0
10.0
6.8
9.1
9.2
8.2
9.5
9.6
9.1
9.3
10.0
7.6
6.2
7.8
10.0
6.3
7.7
10.0
5.1
8.1
8.6
8.9
8.5
8.3
9.9
9.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.4
7.5
8.6
6.1
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.8
10.0
10.0
9.3
9.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
25/1622/162
8.47
9.347.60
RANKING 10/162WESTERN EUROPENORWAY
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
275
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.59 8.46 8.52 8.46 8.57 8.58 8.57 8.52 8.47
1
20
40
60
8 9 8 106 6 8 10 10
NORWAY | WESTERN EUROPE
8.597.639.558.79.48.28.59.89.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.09.410.09.48.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.09.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.467.509.428.79.48.28.59.99.810.09.810.010.010.010.09.910.09.810.010.010.010.010.010.010.07.8
10.010.01.73.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.527.479.568.79.48.28.59.99.810.09.810.010.010.010.09.510.09.49.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.09.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.467.569.378.79.48.28.59.19.18.49.810.010.010.010.09.48.89.69.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.09.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.577.589.578.79.28.68.39.99.810.09.810.010.010.010.09.58.89.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.09.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.587.609.568.79.28.68.39.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.48.89.99.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.09.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.577.629.538.69.28.68.29.99.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.17.59.810.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.09.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.527.659.398.69.08.58.39.99.810.010.010.010.010.010.07.77.58.86.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.39.310.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
8.477.609.348.68.98.58.39.99.810.010.010.010.010.010.07.47.58.66.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.39.310.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
276
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
4.5
0.0
8.1
0.0
10.0
5.9
6.1
5.6
7.4
8.3
8.3
5.0
8.1
8.8
8.8
8.8
9.5
5.9
9.8
10.0
7.7
8.0
6.8
10.0
6.0
6.8
7.0
6.2
7.3
5.9
-
-
-
8.4
9.7
9.5
5.8
6.7
10.0
10.0
0.0
5.0
2.5
8.9
3.7
2.5
2.5
2.5
0.0
5.0
2.5
5.3
10.0
10.0
1.7
3.3
5.0
2.5
5.0
0.0
-
0.0
0.0
0.0
89/162137/162
6.13
5.516.76
RANKING 129/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICAOMAN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
277
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.47 6.36 6.22 6.39 6.42 6.39 6.38 6.12 6.13
60
94
128
162
104 108
121115 112
118 116
127 129
OMAN | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
6.477.085.856.40.00.00.08.69.310.06.38.310.010.05.06.71.79.88.71.62.50.00.01.34.24.510.010.01.73.33.33.30.00.0
-0.00.0
-
6.367.13
5.596.40.00.00.08.69.510.06.35.00.010.05.06.91.79.99.11.62.50.00.01.34.24.810.010.03.73.53.33.30.00.0
-0.00.0
-
6.227.015.436.40.00.00.08.49.49.56.35.010.00.05.06.21.79.37.61.62.50.00.01.34.24.510.010.01.73.33.33.30.00.0
-0.00.0
-
6.396.915.876.40.00.00.07.99.68.55.56.710.010.00.07.03.89.57.83.32.52.52.53.85.06.1
10.010.01.73.37.55.05.00.0
-0.00.0
-
6.427.045.816.1---
7.89.58.55.56.710.010.00.07.23.89.98.13.32.52.52.53.85.06.1
10.010.01.73.37.55.05.00.0
-0.00.0
-
6.396.985.796.1---
7.89.08.55.86.710.010.00.07.33.810.08.03.32.52.52.53.85.06.1
10.010.01.73.37.55.05.00.0
-0.00.00.0
6.387.055.716.0
---
8.49.79.55.86.710.010.00.06.62.59.97.52.52.52.50.05.02.55.310.010.01.73.35.02.55.00.0
-0.00.00.0
6.126.645.596.0
---
8.49.79.55.86.710.010.00.05.62.59.44.82.52.52.50.05.02.55.310.010.01.73.35.02.55.00.0
-0.00.00.0
6.136.765.515.9
---
8.49.79.55.86.710.010.00.05.02.58.93.72.52.52.50.05.02.55.310.010.01.73.35.02.55.00.0
-0.00.00.0
278
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
7.8
8.1
9.2
6.0
8.0
3.5
4.4
4.0
4.3
2.5
5.0
3.8
5.6
3.8
3.6
6.6
8.2
8.9
9.2
0.0
5.8
7.1
4.0
10.0
2.2
6.3
8.1
4.9
5.9
3.5
3.0
3.7
3.8
6.2
8.2
5.5
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
4.0
2.5
6.0
3.7
9.0
7.5
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.1
8.4
10.0
3.7
2.5
10.0
7.5
7.5
3.8
10.0
0.0
5.0
0.0
132/162143/162
5.66
5.326.00
RANKING 140/162SOUTH ASIAPAKISTAN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
279
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.66 5.54 5.47 5.47 5.61 5.665.505.605.40
90
114
138
162
133130
143138 139
143 145141 140
PAKISTAN | SOUTH ASIA
5.405.974.833.52.63.93.95.67.14.05.73.30.05.05.07.54.29.38.97.35.07.57.18.38.37.66.310.03.73.310.010.010.00.0
-0.00.0
-
5.606.125.073.52.63.93.95.37.03.15.75.05.05.05.07.54.29.29.17.35.07.57.18.38.39.15.210.09.78.810.010.010.00.0
-0.00.0
-
5.506.174.833.52.63.93.95.26.93.25.75.05.05.05.07.04.29.47.47.35.07.57.18.38.37.33.610.04.03.310.010.010.00.0
-0.00.0
-
5.666.235.093.52.63.93.96.16.84.76.73.35.05.00.07.65.09.48.48.37.57.58.88.88.86.53.7
10.04.02.810.07.57.51.3-
2.50.0
-
5.546.154.933.22.43.63.75.76.93.56.73.35.05.00.07.55.08.98.78.37.57.58.88.88.86.64.910.03.72.810.07.57.51.3-
2.50.0
-
5.476.144.793.22.43.63.75.26.93.55.05.05.05.05.07.35.08.48.57.97.57.58.88.88.86.75.69.93.72.810.07.57.50.0
-0.00.00.0
5.475.895.053.22.64.03.15.37.13.85.05.05.05.05.06.72.59.28.29.07.57.5
10.010.010.06.86.210.03.72.510.07.57.51.7-
0.05.00.0
5.615.925.303.53.03.73.85.98.04.85.05.05.05.05.04.52.55.75.39.07.57.5
10.010.010.07.28.910.03.72.810.07.57.53.810.00.05.00.0
5.666.005.323.53.03.73.86.28.25.55.05.05.05.05.04.02.56.03.79.07.57.5
10.010.010.07.18.410.03.72.510.07.57.53.810.00.05.00.0
280
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.4
6.4
8.6
8.0
6.5
5.2
3.0
3.2
6.4
8.3
5.0
2.7
8.8
5.7
5.3
9.7
9.7
9.3
9.9
10.0
8.7
7.9
7.7
10.0
9.2
6.9
9.1
5.1
6.5
4.4
5.1
4.8
3.3
8.7
6.1
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.4
10.0
9.0
6.1
8.5
10.0
10.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
8.3
10.0
7.5
4.3
6.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
27/16253/162
7.65
7.727.58
RANKING 46/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANPANAMA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
281
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.49 7.52 7.45 7.43 7.53 7.55 7.58 7.64 7.65
30
50
70
90
51 50 52 54 5249 48 47 46
PANAMA | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
7.497.247.754.95.85.13.88.04.410.09.810.010.010.010.07.68.39.94.59.010.010.06.710.08.38.510.010.04.05.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.527.257.794.95.85.13.87.83.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.07.68.39.84.79.010.010.06.710.08.39.510.010.08.77.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.457.227.684.95.85.13.87.94.99.09.810.010.010.010.07.38.39.04.59.010.010.06.710.08.38.510.010.04.05.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.437.137.734.95.85.13.88.04.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.07.9
10.09.14.510.010.010.010.010.010.07.10.010.04.35.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.537.347.734.65.64.53.87.73.210.010.010.010.010.010.07.9
10.09.24.410.010.010.010.010.010.08.510.010.04.35.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.557.387.724.65.64.53.87.73.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.07.9
10.09.24.510.010.010.010.010.010.08.510.010.04.35.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.587.487.694.65.75.03.28.14.210.010.010.010.010.010.08.1
10.09.64.88.510.010.07.57.57.58.510.010.04.35.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.647.577.714.45.54.82.98.55.510.010.010.010.010.010.08.510.09.36.28.510.010.07.57.57.58.510.010.04.35.510.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
7.657.587.724.45.14.83.38.76.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.410.09.06.18.510.010.07.57.57.58.310.07.54.36.310.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
282
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.3
4.5
7.7
8.0
5.0
4.1
4.3
4.1
4.1
7.5
5.0
1.0
6.9
3.1
3.0
6.4
9.2
7.6
8.7
0.0
7.2
7.3
4.6
10.0
6.9
7.3
8.1
8.0
5.7
4.0
-
-
-
8.0
6.9
9.5
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.1
-
8.6
7.5
-
-
-
-
-
-
8.6
10.0
10.0
7.7
6.8
-
-
-
7.5
-
7.5
5.0
10.0
122/16271/162
6.75
7.256.25
RANKING 88/162OCEANIAPAPUA NEW GUINEA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
283
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
9
8
6.91 6.95 6.59 6.59 6.93 6.62 6.68 6.756.80
60
85
110
135
78
85
77
107
99
77
9994
88
PAPUA NEW GUINEA | OCEANIA
6.916.777.064.2
---
8.16.910.07.5
10.010.010.010.05.3
-6.73.9
------
8.910.010.08.77.0---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
6.806.836.784.2
---
8.06.99.57.5
10.010.010.010.05.3
-6.14.5
------
7.110.010.04.04.3
---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
6.956.877.024.2
---
8.06.99.57.5
10.010.010.010.05.3
-6.04.7------
9.010.010.08.77.3---
7.5-
10.05.0
-
6.596.836.364.2
---
7.76.99.56.78.310.010.05.04.9
-5.44.4
------
8.810.010.08.07.3---
5.0-
5.05.0
-
6.596.916.283.9
---
7.76.99.56.78.310.010.05.04.9
-5.44.4
------
8.810.010.08.07.0---
5.0-
5.05.0
-
6.936.966.903.9
---
8.06.99.57.5
10.010.010.010.05.2
-5.64.8
------
8.710.010.08.06.8
---
7.5-
7.55.010.0
6.626.286.953.8
---
8.06.99.57.5
10.010.010.010.05.9
-6.25.6
------
8.610.010.08.06.5
---
7.5-
7.55.010.0
6.686.177.193.8
---
8.06.99.57.5
10.010.010.010.08.0
-8.67.3------
8.610.010.07.76.8
---
7.5-
7.55.010.0
6.756.257.254.0
---
8.06.99.57.5
10.010.010.010.08.1-
8.67.5------
8.610.010.07.76.8
---
7.5-
7.55.010.0
284
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
8.2
7.4
8.9
8.0
8.5
3.8
1.8
2.3
4.5
2.5
3.3
4.1
8.5
2.8
4.7
9.3
9.0
8.9
9.2
10.0
7.3
8.0
5.6
10.0
5.6
6.1
8.6
4.2
5.7
4.1
-
-
-
7.8
6.3
8.9
8.3
8.3
10.0
5.0
10.0
8.2
7.5
9.6
7.5
7.5
7.5
10.0
5.0
7.5
7.5
8.4
10.0
10.0
4.7
4.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
0.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
76/16280/162
6.96
6.976.95
RANKING 72/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANPARAGUAY
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
285
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.85 7.03 7.03 7.11 7.12 7.03 6.95 6.966.90
60
85
110
135
79 80
72 71
6266 68
73 72
PARAGUAY | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
6.906.507.304.2
---
8.04.59.510.010.010.010.010.08.87.19.69.96.77.57.57.14.27.16.910.010.04.04.36.76.76.710.0
-10.010.0
-
6.856.567.144.2
---
7.94.69.010.08.35.010.010.08.97.19.510.06.77.57.57.14.27.17.2
10.010.05.35.36.76.76.710.0
-10.010.0
-
7.036.747.324.2
---
8.15.28.910.010.010.010.010.08.97.19.7
10.06.77.57.57.14.27.16.810.010.03.74.36.76.76.710.0
-10.010.0
-
7.036.807.274.2
---
8.35.89.010.010.010.010.010.08.56.39.79.76.07.57.55.05.05.06.90.010.04.04.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.116.897.343.9
---
8.35.99.010.010.010.010.010.08.56.39.79.76.07.57.55.05.05.08.310.010.04.03.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.126.957.293.9
---
7.86.38.88.310.010.010.010.08.66.39.79.96.77.57.55.05.05.08.310.010.04.34.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.036.877.184.1---
7.96.59.08.38.310.05.010.09.17.59.7
10.07.57.5
10.05.07.57.56.90.010.04.73.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.956.917.004.1---
7.86.38.98.38.310.05.010.08.47.59.68.27.57.5
10.05.07.57.58.410.010.05.03.810.010.010.07.50.010.010.010.0
6.966.956.974.1---
7.86.38.98.38.310.05.010.08.27.59.67.57.57.5
10.05.07.57.58.410.010.04.74.010.010.010.07.50.010.010.010.0
286
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.0
6.8
9.7
6.0
5.5
4.8
3.4
2.6
4.5
7.5
5.0
5.1
8.8
2.6
3.5
9.7
9.9
9.6
9.3
10.0
8.2
9.2
5.7
10.0
8.0
7.5
9.3
6.9
6.2
4.7
6.2
4.4
3.6
8.2
6.9
9.5
8.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.2
10.0
9.3
5.4
9.0
10.0
7.5
10.0
7.5
10.0
8.2
6.9
10.0
5.3
5.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.4
10.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
44/16251/162
7.58
7.727.43
RANKING 47/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANPERU
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
287
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.50 7.54 7.62 7.68 7.63 7.49 7.55 7.62 7.58
30
50
70
90
49 49 48 46 4650 49 48 47
PERU | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
7.507.507.495.47.44.34.58.77.88.49.810.010.010.010.06.25.47.95.27.57.57.57.18.37.18.610.09.35.35.310.010.010.07.5-
10.05.0
-
7.547.517.575.47.44.34.59.07.89.39.810.010.010.010.06.25.47.75.57.57.57.57.18.37.18.510.010.05.74.010.010.010.07.5-
10.05.0
-
7.627.647.605.47.44.34.59.07.89.49.810.010.010.010.06.25.47.35.97.57.57.57.18.37.18.710.010.05.35.510.010.010.07.5-
10.05.0
-
7.687.627.755.47.44.34.59.17.89.510.010.010.010.010.06.77.57.15.57.37.57.57.56.37.57.20.010.05.35.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.637.577.694.86.73.93.79.07.49.510.010.010.010.010.06.67.56.85.57.37.57.57.56.37.58.710.010.05.35.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.497.527.454.86.73.93.78.47.49.58.310.010.010.010.06.77.57.15.37.57.57.57.56.37.58.26.710.05.35.510.010.010.09.2
-7.5
10.010.0
7.557.537.574.35.44.33.48.47.39.58.310.010.010.010.07.6
10.07.25.69.010.07.5
10.07.5
10.08.16.810.05.05.010.010.010.09.2
-7.5
10.010.0
7.627.477.764.65.94.43.48.37.19.58.310.010.010.010.08.410.09.16.19.010.07.5
10.07.5
10.08.610.010.05.05.310.010.010.09.410.07.5
10.010.0
7.587.437.724.76.24.43.68.26.99.58.310.010.010.010.08.210.09.35.49.010.07.5
10.07.5
10.08.26.910.05.35.310.010.010.09.410.07.5
10.010.0
288
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
8.5
7.9
9.1
10.0
7.0
4.3
4.3
3.2
5.4
4.2
4.2
3.1
7.9
4.0
4.3
9.4
8.6
9.4
9.6
10.0
7.1
7.7
5.4
10.0
5.4
7.4
9.3
6.8
6.0
3.4
2.5
4.7
3.1
6.8
5.6
6.6
8.3
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
8.5
10.0
8.1
7.4
8.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
10.0
7.5
8.2
7.1
10.0
5.3
5.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
6.3
10.0
0.0
10.0
5.0
49/162100/162
6.92
6.507.34
RANKING 73/162SOUTH ASIAPHILIPPINES
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
289
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.06 6.95 7.18 7.12 7.09 7.05 6.926.80 7.00
50
75
100
125
6874
65 64 63
88
72 71 73
PHILIPPINES | SOUTH ASIA
7.066.727.394.24.14.34.28.17.47.010.08.310.05.010.09.310.09.98.07.67.5
10.02.98.88.87.94.59.96.34.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.956.667.244.24.14.34.27.56.16.610.08.35.010.010.09.210.010.07.77.67.5
10.02.98.88.87.90.010.07.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.187.057.324.24.14.34.27.86.27.1
10.08.310.05.010.09.310.09.88.07.67.5
10.02.98.88.88.16.810.05.74.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.127.227.034.24.14.34.27.86.47.1
10.08.35.010.010.08.47.59.97.86.37.57.55.05.06.37.34.810.06.05.07.5
10.07.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.097.276.903.73.63.93.67.86.57.010.08.35.010.010.08.37.59.97.56.37.57.55.05.06.37.24.810.05.75.07.5
10.07.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.807.546.073.73.63.93.67.16.36.68.36.75.010.05.08.37.59.97.57.17.57.55.05.06.36.60.910.05.74.87.5
10.07.55.0
-0.010.05.0
7.007.406.614.13.84.63.87.06.16.68.38.310.010.05.09.1
10.09.97.38.07.57.57.5
10.07.58.06.010.05.35.010.010.010.05.0
-0.010.05.0
7.057.436.683.93.64.53.67.06.26.58.38.310.010.05.09.210.08.98.68.07.57.57.5
10.07.57.63.1
10.05.35.010.010.010.06.310.00.010.05.0
6.927.346.503.42.54.73.16.85.66.68.38.310.010.05.08.510.08.17.48.07.57.57.5
10.07.58.27.1
10.05.35.010.010.010.06.310.00.010.05.0
290
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.6
4.9
5.6
8.0
4.0
5.6
3.7
2.9
5.1
10.0
7.5
4.1
9.3
5.1
6.4
9.6
9.1
9.6
9.9
10.0
7.9
8.3
8.0
10.0
5.4
7.6
8.8
7.1
6.8
6.4
6.6
6.4
6.2
9.7
9.7
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
6.3
5.0
8.2
5.9
9.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
7.5
8.6
10.0
10.0
6.3
6.5
7.5
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
54/16236/162
7.81
8.357.27
RANKING 39/162EASTERN EUROPEPOLAND
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
291
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.98 8.08 8.02 8.17 8.12 8.07 8.13 7.99 7.81
10
30
50
70
3630
33
2326
2932
3639
POLAND | EASTERN EUROPE
7.987.008.957.59.06.37.39.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.08.68.88.78.28.310.010.07.16.38.39.310.010.07.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.087.168.997.59.06.37.39.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.08.78.89.08.28.310.010.07.16.38.39.610.010.08.78.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.027.128.937.59.06.37.39.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.08.38.88.57.88.310.010.07.16.38.39.310.010.07.37.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.177.249.107.59.06.37.39.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.08.910.08.48.29.510.010.010.010.07.59.310.010.07.37.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.127.328.916.97.46.26.99.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.610.08.37.49.510.010.010.010.07.59.210.010.07.07.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.077.258.896.97.46.26.99.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.710.08.57.59.210.010.010.010.07.59.210.010.07.07.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.137.438.837.48.46.57.49.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.07.1
5.08.97.59.010.010.010.07.57.58.910.010.07.07.57.5
10.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.997.368.62
7.17.76.66.99.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.07.05.08.77.49.010.010.010.07.57.58.47.4
10.07.07.37.5
10.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
7.817.278.356.46.66.46.29.79.79.510.010.010.010.010.06.35.08.25.99.010.010.010.07.57.58.610.010.06.36.57.5
10.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
292
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.7
5.4
4.7
10.0
2.5
7.0
6.5
3.0
6.2
10.0
8.3
5.3
7.6
7.9
8.0
9.4
7.9
9.6
9.9
10.0
8.4
8.3
8.8
10.0
6.5
7.2
8.4
5.9
7.3
7.2
8.2
6.9
6.4
9.9
9.7
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.4
10.0
9.5
8.8
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
9.6
10.0
10.0
8.7
8.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
36/16214/162
8.28
9.047.51
RANKING 22/162WESTERN EUROPEPORTUGAL
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
293
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.02 8.14 8.13 8.22 8.31 8.288.10 8.00 8.30
1
20
40
60
3135 35
26 2520 22 22 22
PORTUGAL | WESTERN EUROPE
8.107.218.996.67.46.26.29.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.210.09.58.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.010.08.78.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.027.17
8.866.67.46.26.29.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.09.88.210.010.010.010.010.010.08.210.010.03.34.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.007.009.006.67.46.26.29.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.09.68.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.147.279.006.67.46.26.29.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.09.68.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.137.318.956.57.36.25.99.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.210.09.38.210.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.227.528.936.57.36.25.99.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.09.37.9
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.38.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.317.609.037.07.96.56.79.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.09.37.69.510.010.010.010.07.59.510.010.08.38.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.307.559.047.28.16.66.79.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.610.09.98.89.510.010.010.010.07.59.510.010.08.38.310.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.287.519.047.28.26.96.49.99.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.09.58.89.510.010.010.010.07.59.610.010.08.78.310.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
294
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.5
0.0
9.6
-
10.0
6.2
7.2
7.3
7.7
6.7
8.3
4.9
9.7
8.9
9.0
8.7
9.7
5.5
9.4
10.0
7.6
8.4
7.3
10.0
4.9
8.3
10.0
6.5
8.5
6.5
-
-
-
8.6
9.8
10.0
5.8
3.3
5.0
5.0
0.0
4.7
2.5
8.6
3.0
2.5
0.0
2.5
0.0
0.0
10.0
7.0
10.0
10.0
3.0
3.3
7.5
7.5
7.5
0.0
-
0.0
0.0
0.0
38/162134/162
6.51
5.537.49
RANKING 103/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICAQATAR
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
295
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.16 6.23 6.38 6.61 6.68 6.51 6.51
60
85
110
135
123 122
114
103
93
105 103
QATAR | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
--------------------------------------
--------------------------------------
6.167.354.966.70.00.00.07.49.910.02.31.75.00.00.05.81.39.66.71.1
2.50.00.00.02.95.810.010.03.34.06.76.70.00.0
-0.00.0
-
6.237.235.236.70.00.00.07.09.98.72.33.30.010.00.06.22.59.76.52.32.55.00.00.03.86.410.010.03.33.87.55.05.00.0
-0.00.0
-
6.387.505.256.8
---
7.19.99.02.33.30.010.00.06.02.59.46.32.32.55.00.00.03.86.410.010.03.33.87.55.05.00.0
-0.00.0
-
6.617.545.696.8
---
8.29.89.05.83.30.010.00.06.02.59.56.03.82.55.00.00.03.86.410.010.03.33.87.55.05.00.0
-0.00.00.0
6.687.685.686.6
---
8.69.810.05.83.35.05.00.05.92.59.46.02.50.02.50.00.010.07.1
10.010.03.04.07.57.57.50.0
-0.00.00.0
6.517.435.596.7---
8.69.810.05.83.35.05.00.05.12.58.74.12.50.02.50.00.010.07.010.010.03.03.57.57.57.50.0
-0.00.00.0
6.517.495.536.5
---
8.69.810.05.83.35.05.00.04.72.58.63.02.50.02.50.00.010.07.010.010.03.03.37.57.57.50.0
-0.00.00.0
296
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.8
6.3
7.0
7.0
7.0
6.0
4.8
3.0
5.6
8.3
5.8
5.0
9.2
5.6
6.8
9.3
8.2
9.5
9.7
10.0
8.4
8.3
8.0
10.0
7.5
7.8
9.8
7.4
6.2
6.3
6.8
6.5
5.7
9.8
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.9
10.0
7.9
5.7
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.0
10.0
10.0
7.0
6.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
20/16231/162
8.17
8.657.69
RANKING 24/162EASTERN EUROPEROMANIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
297
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
8.03 8.06 8.02 7.96 8.12 8.32 8.21 8.178.00
1
20
40
60
34 33 33
3934
28
2026 24
ROMANIA | EASTERN EUROPE
8.037.328.746.37.05.96.09.79.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.09.38.99.27.5
10.010.010.08.38.810.010.05.76.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.067.458.676.37.05.96.09.79.210.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.99.39.27.5
10.010.010.08.37.7
10.010.02.01.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.027.308.756.37.05.96.09.79.210.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.09.78.59.27.5
10.010.010.08.38.810.010.05.76.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.967.348.586.37.05.96.09.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.08.77.59.88.88.010.07.58.85.08.88.910.010.06.06.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.007.478.526.27.15.95.69.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.08.57.59.68.58.010.07.58.85.08.88.910.010.06.06.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.127.638.626.27.15.95.69.89.310.010.010.010.010.010.08.67.59.88.58.810.07.58.85.08.88.910.010.06.06.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.327.748.906.47.06.36.09.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.09.88.810.010.010.010.010.010.08.910.010.06.06.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.217.708.716.36.76.55.89.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.08.610.08.27.5
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.010.07.06.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.177.698.656.36.86.55.79.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.07.9
10.07.95.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.010.07.06.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
298
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.7
4.1
5.2
10.0
7.5
5.0
4.2
3.9
4.3
6.7
5.0
6.9
9.7
4.6
5.9
9.1
8.6
9.2
8.6
10.0
6.8
6.9
5.7
10.0
4.7
6.5
7.9
5.5
6.2
4.0
3.3
5.3
3.3
7.5
5.7
6.9
10.0
3.3
0.0
0.0
10.0
4.6
5.0
6.0
2.8
5.0
5.0
5.0
2.5
5.0
7.5
6.1
10.0
9.9
1.7
1.5
5.0
7.5
7.5
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
87/162130/162
6.27
5.716.83
RANKING 119/162EASTERN EUROPERUSSIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
299
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.53 6.45 6.52 6.47 6.48 6.44 6.28 6.17 6.27
60
94
128
162
100 104110 112 109
116 119124
119
RUSSIA | EASTERN EUROPE
6.536.526.534.33.95.04.07.03.47.7
10.06.70.010.010.07.37.59.84.55.82.55.02.98.310.07.37.29.92.31.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.456.436.474.33.95.04.06.94.06.510.06.710.00.010.07.37.59.64.75.82.55.02.98.310.07.16.59.91.31.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.526.546.494.33.95.04.06.94.06.510.06.70.010.010.07.07.59.24.35.82.55.02.98.310.07.7
10.09.92.01.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.476.566.384.33.95.04.07.45.66.610.06.710.00.010.05.73.89.34.24.55.02.53.86.35.07.69.310.02.02.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.486.656.304.04.04.63.67.45.66.610.06.710.00.010.05.73.89.24.14.55.02.53.86.35.07.69.310.01.72.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.446.626.274.04.04.63.67.45.66.710.06.710.00.010.05.73.89.04.44.25.02.53.86.35.07.48.69.91.72.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.286.595.974.23.95.03.67.45.56.910.03.30.00.010.06.25.09.14.45.05.05.02.55.07.56.210.09.91.71.55.07.57.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
6.176.655.693.93.15.23.37.55.46.910.03.30.00.010.04.95.06.23.45.05.05.02.55.07.56.210.09.91.71.55.07.57.59.37.010.010.010.0
6.276.835.714.03.35.33.37.55.76.910.03.30.00.010.04.65.06.02.85.05.05.02.55.07.56.1
10.09.91.71.55.07.57.59.37.010.010.010.0
300
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.7
6.9
9.5
0.0
6.5
7.2
7.6
7.0
7.5
6.1
-
3.7
9.8
8.7
8.3
9.3
9.3
9.3
8.9
10.0
7.0
7.0
5.4
10.0
5.7
8.2
7.7
8.5
8.2
5.3
-
-
-
8.5
9.0
8.3
8.3
6.7
10.0
5.0
5.0
6.0
2.5
8.7
6.9
2.0
2.5
2.5
0.0
2.5
2.5
6.3
10.0
10.0
2.3
1.5
7.5
5.0
7.5
9.2
-
7.5
10.0
10.0
40/162101/162
6.97
6.477.48
RANKING 71/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICARWANDA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
301
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.95 7.23 6.97 6.82 6.96 6.95 7.06 6.976.90
60
85
110
135
73
61
76
84 87
76 7570 71
RWANDA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.956.757.155.1---
9.19.49.58.38.35.010.010.07.3-
8.66.0
------
5.810.010.01.71.5---
7.5-
5.010.0
-
7.236.897.575.1---
8.28.97.38.310.010.010.010.07.5-
8.46.7------
9.110.010.08.77.8---
7.5-
5.010.0
-
6.977.236.715.1---
7.88.96.38.310.010.010.010.07.1-
8.55.7------
3.30.210.01.31.5---
7.5-
5.010.0
-
6.907.456.355.1---
7.89.16.18.36.75.010.05.06.03.88.35.83.35.05.00.02.53.86.610.08.11.32.010.07.57.58.8
-7.5
10.0-
6.827.326.324.8
---
7.99.16.38.36.75.010.05.06.13.88.56.13.35.05.00.02.53.86.610.07.22.02.010.07.57.58.8
-7.5
10.0-
6.967.406.524.8
---
7.98.76.88.36.75.010.05.06.03.88.35.84.65.05.00.02.53.86.910.09.12.71.8
10.07.57.59.2
-7.5
10.010.0
6.957.436.485.3
---
8.68.58.98.36.710.05.05.06.12.58.86.92.02.52.50.02.52.56.310.010.02.71.57.55.07.59.2
-7.5
10.010.0
7.067.566.555.3
---
8.89.09.08.36.710.05.05.06.12.59.26.72.02.52.50.02.52.56.310.010.02.31.57.55.07.59.2
-7.5
10.010.0
6.977.486.475.3
---
8.59.08.38.36.710.05.05.06.02.58.76.92.02.52.50.02.52.56.310.010.02.31.57.55.07.59.2
-7.5
10.010.0
302
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
5.4
0.7
-
-
10.0
5.2
7.0
5.7
6.8
8.3
8.3
4.5
10.0
8.1
7.3
9.0
9.7
7.1
9.3
10.0
5.9
7.6
3.8
10.0
2.2
7.1
7.3
6.9
7.2
5.9
-
-
-
7.4
9.4
7.9
5.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
3.2
0.0
7.1
2.5
2.0
2.5
2.5
0.0
0.0
5.0
5.8
10.0
8.1
0.3
2.0
7.5
7.5
5.0
0.0
-
0.0
0.0
0.0
103/162155/162
5.48
4.446.52
RANKING 146/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICASAUDI ARABIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
303
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.66 5.55 5.46 5.64 5.32 5.485.40
90
114
138
162
140 140 142145
140
149146
SAUDI ARABIA | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
--------------------------------------
--------------------------------------
5.666.714.615.7---
8.39.69.06.30.00.00.00.06.00.09.68.50.30.00.00.00.01.34.7
10.09.60.72.56.73.30.00.0
-0.00.0
-
5.556.674.445.7---
7.39.47.05.50.00.00.00.06.92.59.48.70.30.00.00.00.01.34.7
10.010.00.32.55.02.52.50.0
-0.00.0
-
5.406.424.385.6
---
7.39.47.05.50.00.00.00.06.92.59.58.70.30.00.00.00.01.34.510.08.60.32.55.02.52.50.0
-0.00.0
-
5.466.554.365.6
---
7.19.47.05.00.00.00.00.06.82.59.78.20.40.00.00.00.01.34.610.09.30.32.85.02.52.50.0
-0.00.00.0
5.646.554.725.5
---
7.89.48.95.00.00.00.00.06.00.09.78.22.02.52.50.00.05.06.010.08.70.32.87.57.55.00.0
-0.00.00.0
5.326.244.405.6
---
7.49.47.75.00.00.00.00.03.80.07.53.92.02.52.50.00.05.05.710.07.80.32.07.57.55.00.0
-0.00.00.0
5.486.524.445.9
---
7.49.47.95.00.00.00.00.03.20.07.12.52.02.52.50.00.05.05.810.08.10.32.07.57.55.00.0
-0.00.00.0
304
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.8
6.6
9.7
6.0
5.0
4.3
4.5
5.1
5.5
4.2
5.0
2.8
6.4
6.7
5.4
7.2
9.3
9.6
9.8
0.0
6.7
7.4
5.5
10.0
3.8
6.2
9.2
3.6
5.7
4.7
4.1
5.6
4.3
7.8
7.0
9.0
7.5
6.7
10.0
5.0
5.0
9.0
10.0
9.6
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.3
10.0
10.0
4.0
6.3
10.0
7.5
10.0
2.5
-
2.5
0.0
5.0
125/16291/162
6.50
6.776.22
RANKING 105/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICASENEGAL
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
305
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.33 6.21 6.18 6.17 6.47 6.526.20 6.50 6.50
60
85
110
135
112 110
122 123 122
113107 107 105
SENEGAL | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.205.876.535.04.75.84.67.86.69.47.48.310.05.010.09.410.09.48.97.87.57.58.38.37.17.8
10.09.24.04.810.06.710.00.0
-0.00.0
-
6.336.056.625.04.75.84.67.86.69.47.48.35.010.010.09.610.09.79.27.87.57.58.38.37.18.410.010.06.36.010.06.710.00.0
-0.00.0
-
6.215.956.465.04.75.84.67.56.68.57.48.310.05.010.09.410.09.19.27.87.57.58.38.37.17.9
10.010.03.35.010.06.710.00.0
-0.00.0
-
6.185.906.465.04.75.84.67.66.68.87.45.05.010.00.08.16.39.48.79.310.010.08.88.88.88.310.010.03.05.010.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.175.906.435.05.25.54.17.46.68.37.45.05.010.00.08.16.39.48.89.310.010.08.88.88.88.410.010.03.35.510.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.476.206.745.05.25.54.17.87.09.07.56.75.010.05.08.06.39.38.59.610.010.08.88.88.88.610.010.04.06.010.010.010.02.5
-2.50.05.0
6.526.236.814.74.55.34.47.87.09.07.56.710.05.05.09.310.09.48.510.010.010.010.010.010.08.210.010.04.06.010.07.5
10.02.5
-2.50.05.0
6.506.156.844.94.65.74.37.87.09.07.56.710.05.05.09.410.09.88.310.010.010.010.010.010.08.210.010.03.76.010.07.5
10.02.5
-2.50.05.0
6.506.226.774.74.15.64.37.87.09.07.56.710.05.05.09.010.09.67.5
10.010.010.010.010.010.08.310.010.04.06.310.07.5
10.02.5
-2.50.05.0
306
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.4
6.4
3.7
8.0
7.5
4.9
3.0
2.7
3.9
6.7
5.8
3.2
8.7
4.8
5.6
8.1
8.5
9.3
9.8
5.0
7.6
8.3
7.4
10.0
4.7
7.2
8.1
6.9
6.4
4.4
4.7
4.9
3.6
9.4
9.4
9.5
9.2
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.3
10.0
8.9
5.9
8.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
10.0
8.5
10.0
10.0
5.0
4.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
84/16248/162
7.35
7.856.85
RANKING 51/162EASTERN EUROPESERBIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
307
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.23 7.23 7.14 7.07 7.01 7.15 7.39 7.37 7.35
30
50
70
90
61 6167 68
71
63
54 53 51
SERBIA | EASTERN EUROPE
7.236.557.924.75.04.74.59.19.49.58.310.010.010.010.08.47.19.18.97.67.5
10.06.78.35.48.810.010.05.75.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.236.587.884.75.04.74.59.09.39.58.310.010.010.010.08.57.19.58.87.67.5
10.06.78.35.48.410.010.03.75.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.146.567.734.75.04.74.59.19.49.58.38.35.010.010.07.97.19.47.17.67.5
10.06.78.35.49.010.010.07.06.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.076.647.494.75.04.74.59.19.49.58.36.75.05.010.07.66.38.87.87.57.5
10.07.55.07.58.710.010.07.06.310.07.5
10.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.016.557.474.65.34.54.19.19.59.58.36.75.05.010.07.66.38.67.87.57.5
10.07.55.07.58.610.010.07.06.010.07.5
10.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.156.687.634.65.34.54.19.39.49.59.26.75.05.010.07.76.39.07.88.37.5
10.07.55.07.58.610.010.07.06.010.07.5
10.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.396.718.064.65.14.73.89.49.59.59.210.010.010.010.08.910.08.97.88.07.57.57.57.5
10.08.910.010.06.35.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.376.767.984.55.64.63.49.49.59.59.210.010.010.010.09.010.09.18.08.07.57.57.57.5
10.08.710.010.06.04.810.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
7.356.857.854.44.74.93.69.49.49.59.210.010.010.010.08.310.08.95.98.07.57.57.57.5
10.08.510.010.05.04.810.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
308
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.3
0.0
7.3
8.0
10.0
5.7
5.0
4.5
5.7
8.2
-
4.1
7.1
5.9
5.6
9.0
7.7
8.5
9.8
10.0
7.8
8.2
5.7
9.0
8.1
7.4
8.0
7.4
6.8
5.4
-
-
-
7.5
4.9
10.0
-
7.5
10.0
5.0
-
8.1
-
9.9
6.4
-
-
-
-
-
-
7.7
10.0
10.0
4.7
6.0
-
-
-
10.0
-
-
10.0
-
58/16269/162
7.30
7.377.23
RANKING 54/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICASEYCHELLES
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
309
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
9
7.03 7.06 7.54 7.30
30
50
70
90
7066
50
54
SEYCHELLES | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
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--------------------------------------
--------------------------------------
7.037.246.815.2
---
6.12.210.0
-10.010.010.0
-9.5
-9.99.0
------
7.510.010.04.75.3
---
5.0--
5.0-
7.067.466.655.3
---
6.63.1
10.0-
7.510.05.0
-9.4
-9.89.0
------
7.610.010.04.75.8
---
5.0--
5.0-
7.547.337.755.5
---
8.57.010.0
-7.5
10.05.0
-8.7-
10.07.4------
7.710.010.04.76.0
---
10.0--
10.0-
7.307.237.375.4
---
7.54.910.0
-7.5
10.05.0
-8.1-
9.96.4
------
7.710.010.04.76.0
---
10.0--
10.0-
310
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.0
8.6
10.0
4.0
5.5
4.0
3.2
3.3
4.3
4.2
5.8
4.2
5.4
4.0
4.5
6.9
7.8
7.1
7.8
5.0
6.1
7.9
4.0
10.0
2.3
4.7
3.7
5.2
5.3
3.9
3.8
4.1
3.8
8.1
9.3
9.5
5.4
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
8.5
-
8.8
8.1
-
-
-
-
-
-
7.3
10.0
10.0
4.0
5.0
-
-
-
8.3
-
10.0
5.0
10.0
144/16277/162
6.40
7.045.75
RANKING 112/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICASIERRA LEONE
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
311
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.24 6.28 6.35 6.15 6.25 6.64 6.486.10 6.40
60
85
110
135
111 111118
125 124 124
98
109 112
SIERRA LEONE | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.245.986.494.85.35.43.67.58.810.03.85.00.05.010.010.0
-10.010.0
------
7.210.010.04.74.3
---
5.0-
5.05.0
-
6.286.186.374.85.35.43.67.49.09.53.85.05.00.010.09.9
-9.910.0
------
6.610.010.02.04.3
---
5.0-
5.05.0
-
6.356.226.484.85.35.43.67.49.09.53.85.00.05.010.09.9
-9.910.0
------
7.410.010.05.04.5
---
5.0-
5.05.0
-
6.106.186.014.85.35.43.67.98.99.55.23.35.00.05.09.17.59.810.05.35.05.05.05.06.35.80.010.05.35.37.55.07.55.0
-5.05.0
-
6.156.276.024.14.44.73.28.09.39.55.23.35.00.05.09.17.59.810.05.35.05.05.05.06.37.2
10.010.05.35.37.55.07.55.0
-5.05.0
-
6.256.126.384.14.44.73.28.19.39.55.43.35.00.05.09.07.59.89.65.45.05.05.05.06.37.2
10.010.05.35.37.55.07.58.3
-10.05.010.0
6.646.007.294.04.44.33.38.19.39.55.48.310.010.05.09.9
-9.810.0
------
7.610.010.05.05.3
---
8.3-
10.05.010.0
6.485.787.184.14.74.03.68.19.39.55.48.310.010.05.09.1-
9.68.5
------
7.410.010.04.74.8
---
8.3-
10.05.010.0
6.405.757.043.93.84.13.88.19.39.55.48.310.010.05.08.5
-8.88.1------
7.310.010.04.05.0
---
8.3-
10.05.010.0
312
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.9
4.8
8.9
8.0
10.0
8.2
7.8
7.4
8.9
8.3
8.3
7.7
9.0
9.2
8.4
9.8
9.7
9.4
9.9
10.0
9.3
10.0
8.7
10.0
8.5
9.0
10.0
7.7
9.3
7.7
6.9
8.1
8.0
9.4
9.9
10.0
8.3
8.3
10.0
5.0
10.0
6.1
5.0
8.6
4.8
3.5
5.0
2.5
2.5
2.5
5.0
6.1
10.0
6.4
2.0
4.5
7.5
7.5
5.0
8.0
7.0
10.0
5.0
10.0
2/16262/162
8.16
7.488.84
RANKING 25/162SOUTH ASIASINGAPORE
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
313
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
8.18 8.19 7.99 7.97 8.21 8.23 8.168.10 7.90
1
20
40
60
2723
28
37 3936
27 25 25
SINGAPORE | SOUTH ASIA
8.188.927.448.38.37.98.79.99.810.010.06.75.05.010.05.14.27.83.24.35.02.54.25.44.25.410.07.92.04.36.73.33.37.5-
10.05.0
-
8.198.777.628.38.37.98.79.99.810.010.06.75.05.010.05.24.27.83.64.35.02.54.25.44.27.010.010.07.77.86.73.33.37.5-
10.05.0
-
8.108.767.458.38.37.98.710.09.910.010.06.75.05.010.04.84.27.13.14.35.02.54.25.44.25.710.010.02.04.36.73.33.37.5-
10.05.0
-
7.998.767.218.38.37.98.79.19.910.07.56.75.05.010.05.15.07.23.13.02.50.05.02.55.06.310.010.02.04.55.07.55.07.5-
10.05.0
-
7.908.647.168.18.17.78.59.19.910.07.56.75.05.010.05.15.07.33.13.02.50.05.02.55.06.310.010.02.04.55.07.55.07.5-
10.05.0
-
7.978.647.308.18.17.78.59.49.910.08.36.75.05.010.05.55.07.53.92.52.50.05.02.55.06.310.010.02.04.55.07.55.08.3
-10.05.010.0
8.218.847.598.07.48.48.29.49.910.08.38.310.05.010.05.55.07.44.23.55.02.52.52.55.06.610.010.02.04.57.57.55.08.3
-10.05.010.0
8.238.847.618.07.48.58.39.49.910.08.38.310.05.010.06.05.08.94.23.55.02.52.52.55.06.610.010.02.04.57.57.55.08.07.010.05.010.0
8.168.847.487.76.98.18.09.49.910.08.38.310.05.010.06.15.08.64.83.55.02.52.52.55.06.1
10.06.42.04.57.57.55.08.07.010.05.010.0
314
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.6
4.1
4.8
8.0
5.5
5.6
3.0
2.0
5.2
10.0
6.7
3.1
9.7
4.2
6.3
9.5
8.3
9.7
9.9
10.0
8.3
8.3
7.9
10.0
7.0
7.6
9.6
7.0
6.2
6.3
-
-
-
9.4
9.6
8.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.7
7.5
8.6
7.1
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
10.0
10.0
7.3
7.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
53/16233/162
7.92
8.547.30
RANKING 36/162EASTERN EUROPESLOVAK REPUBLIC
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
315
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
8.23 8.12 8.12 8.14 8.07 8.07 8.05 7.92 7.92
1
20
40
60
2326 27 26
30 2934
37 36
SLOVAK REPUBLIC | EASTERN EUROPE
8.237.608.876.3
---
9.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.49.310.010.010.08.38.39.310.010.07.77.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.127.428.826.3
---
9.89.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.09.78.39.310.010.010.08.38.39.310.010.07.37.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.127.478.786.3
---
9.69.49.510.010.010.010.010.09.210.09.68.29.310.010.010.08.38.39.410.010.08.07.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.147.488.806.3
---
9.69.39.510.010.010.010.010.08.810.08.67.9
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.077.388.765.9
---
9.79.59.510.010.010.010.010.09.210.09.08.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.07.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.077.388.765.9
---
9.79.59.510.010.010.010.010.09.310.09.28.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.77.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.057.448.665.9
---
9.79.59.510.010.010.010.010.08.47.59.58.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.77.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.927.248.606.0
---
9.79.79.510.010.010.010.010.08.17.58.98.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.77.8
10.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
7.927.308.546.3
---
9.49.68.510.010.010.010.010.07.77.58.67.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.37.8
10.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
316
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
4.8
4.1
5.0
8.0
2.0
6.2
4.5
3.1
5.6
9.2
7.5
4.2
8.4
7.1
7.7
9.5
8.2
9.9
10.0
10.0
7.9
8.3
8.0
10.0
5.3
6.8
7.9
6.1
6.5
6.5
7.7
5.9
5.8
9.8
9.8
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.0
10.0
9.2
7.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.4
10.0
10.0
8.0
8.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
71/16223/162
7.94
8.827.05
RANKING 35/162EASTERN EUROPESLOVENIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
317
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.83 7.83 7.72 7.85 7.88 7.84 7.97 8.02 7.94
1
20
40
60
41 4144 42 41 41
3833 35
SLOVENIA | EASTERN EUROPE
7.837.018.646.78.26.05.99.89.89.510.010.010.010.010.07.26.78.36.68.810.010.08.37.18.39.310.010.07.77.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.837.028.636.78.26.05.99.79.79.510.010.010.010.010.07.26.78.76.18.810.010.08.37.18.39.310.010.08.36.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.726.828.626.78.26.05.99.79.79.510.010.010.010.010.07.16.78.46.38.810.010.08.37.18.39.310.010.07.37.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.856.838.876.78.26.05.99.79.79.510.010.010.010.010.08.410.08.56.610.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.37.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.886.848.916.88.46.15.89.79.79.510.010.010.010.010.08.510.08.76.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.08.07.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.846.758.926.88.46.15.89.89.89.510.010.010.010.010.08.610.08.77.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.08.07.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.977.018.946.98.06.46.39.79.79.510.010.010.010.010.08.510.08.96.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.77.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.027.088.967.08.06.46.69.79.69.510.010.010.010.010.09.1
10.09.87.5
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.08.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
7.947.058.826.57.75.95.89.89.89.510.010.010.010.010.09.010.09.27.8
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.08.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
318
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.0
4.2
8.0
8.0
4.0
5.2
6.5
5.4
5.9
8.3
3.3
3.9
7.1
3.6
2.6
8.1
8.9
9.7
8.7
5.0
6.8
7.4
4.7
10.0
5.0
7.2
9.2
6.5
5.8
5.7
5.9
6.1
5.2
6.0
0.0
9.0
9.2
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.4
10.0
8.3
9.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.9
10.0
10.0
7.3
5.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
94/16255/162
7.17
7.706.65
RANKING 63/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICASOUTH AFRICA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
319
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.76 6.81 6.92 7.18 7.07 7.14 7.18 7.26 7.17
30
50
70
90 86 8480
6366 64 64
5863
SOUTH AFRICA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.766.726.805.45.95.54.95.10.08.56.78.310.010.05.08.08.89.26.18.910.010.08.87.18.89.1
10.010.07.07.010.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.816.826.815.45.95.54.95.10.08.56.78.310.010.05.08.08.89.06.48.910.010.08.87.18.89.1
10.010.07.07.010.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.927.056.805.45.95.54.95.10.08.56.78.310.010.05.08.08.88.86.58.910.010.08.87.18.89.1
10.010.07.06.510.010.010.07.5-
5.010.0
-
7.187.127.245.45.95.54.95.80.07.5
10.010.010.010.010.07.78.88.36.08.010.010.07.55.07.58.710.010.06.76.510.010.07.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.076.987.165.15.45.34.55.80.07.5
10.010.010.010.010.07.78.88.55.98.010.010.07.55.07.58.610.010.06.76.310.010.07.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.147.087.205.15.45.34.55.60.07.59.210.010.010.010.07.68.88.45.79.210.010.07.55.07.58.710.010.07.06.510.010.07.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
7.186.877.505.45.65.65.05.90.08.59.210.010.010.010.08.1
10.08.75.710.010.010.010.010.010.08.78.210.06.75.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.266.847.675.75.76.15.26.00.09.09.210.010.010.010.09.210.08.39.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.010.010.07.05.810.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
7.176.657.705.75.96.15.26.00.09.09.210.010.010.010.09.410.08.39.810.010.010.010.010.010.08.910.010.07.35.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
320
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.0
4.5
4.6
10.0
5.0
6.8
5.3
3.9
6.1
8.3
8.3
5.6
7.8
8.7
7.2
9.5
8.2
9.8
10.0
10.0
8.1
8.3
8.1
10.0
5.9
7.4
9.3
6.2
6.8
7.0
8.1
6.6
6.4
9.6
9.7
10.0
9.2
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.0
10.0
7.7
6.3
9.5
10.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.2
10.0
10.0
8.0
6.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
30/16227/162
8.16
8.767.56
RANKING 25/162WESTERN EUROPESPAIN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
321
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.25 8.25 8.13 8.02 8.01 8.18 8.168.10 8.20
1
20
40
60
21
29
21
2932 31
28 2825
SPAIN | WESTERN EUROPE
8.257.379.127.38.56.56.99.69.69.49.810.010.010.010.09.610.09.49.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.08.36.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.107.278.937.38.56.56.99.09.67.59.810.010.010.010.09.410.09.28.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.08.36.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.257.329.177.38.56.56.99.89.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.09.610.09.29.410.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.08.76.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.137.458.807.38.56.56.99.29.78.09.810.010.010.010.08.67.59.98.59.310.010.08.88.88.89.010.010.08.76.57.5
10.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.027.358.686.98.36.26.29.29.78.09.810.010.010.010.08.57.59.78.49.310.010.08.88.88.88.910.010.08.36.57.5
10.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.017.358.666.98.36.26.29.09.78.09.210.010.010.010.08.57.59.68.59.610.010.08.88.88.88.910.010.08.06.57.5
10.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.207.458.946.98.26.46.29.69.7
10.09.210.010.010.010.09.410.09.68.59.510.07.5
10.010.010.09.210.010.08.06.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.187.538.827.08.16.56.39.69.7
10.09.210.010.010.010.08.810.08.97.49.510.07.5
10.010.010.09.210.010.08.06.510.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.167.568.767.08.16.66.49.69.7
10.09.210.010.010.010.08.010.07.76.39.510.07.5
10.010.010.09.210.010.08.06.510.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
322
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
8.3
8.5
9.1
7.0
8.5
4.9
4.9
3.8
5.2
5.0
5.8
3.6
7.4
5.2
5.9
6.5
8.0
8.7
9.2
0.0
5.9
5.9
5.9
10.0
1.8
6.9
7.6
6.4
6.6
4.5
4.2
4.5
4.8
8.4
9.0
8.0
8.3
6.7
5.0
5.0
10.0
6.9
7.5
7.4
5.7
5.5
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
7.5
7.2
10.0
10.0
4.3
3.8
7.5
7.5
7.5
1.8
7.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
106/162121/162
6.27
6.046.49
RANKING 119/162SOUTH ASIASRI LANKA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
323
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.86 6.13 6.36 6.23 6.24 6.17 6.33 6.276.60
90
114
138
162
122115
105
117121
125 127
116
119
SRI LANKA | SOUTH ASIA
5.866.265.465.24.15.26.25.16.01.1
8.33.30.00.010.09.08.39.88.87.87.57.57.18.38.36.20.08.53.02.010.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.136.355.915.24.15.26.26.27.82.58.35.05.00.010.09.18.39.99.17.87.57.57.18.38.36.30.09.52.32.010.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.606.636.575.24.15.26.28.38.58.08.35.00.05.010.09.08.310.08.57.87.57.57.18.38.37.8
10.010.02.32.510.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.366.775.955.24.15.26.28.08.67.08.35.05.05.05.06.06.37.54.37.37.57.58.86.36.37.1
10.010.02.32.310.07.57.51.3-
2.50.0
-
6.236.735.724.34.14.14.98.08.77.08.35.05.05.05.05.86.36.54.67.37.57.58.86.36.37.010.010.02.32.010.07.57.51.3-
2.50.0
-
6.246.645.834.34.14.14.98.08.87.08.36.75.05.010.06.76.37.66.27.17.57.58.86.36.37.010.010.02.31.8
10.07.57.50.0
-0.00.00.0
6.176.585.754.23.34.74.58.48.97.98.36.75.05.010.07.37.58.16.55.55.05.05.05.07.56.710.010.02.31.87.57.57.50.0
-0.00.00.0
6.336.636.044.54.44.24.98.59.18.08.36.75.05.010.06.97.57.06.25.55.05.05.05.07.57.1
10.010.03.73.57.57.57.51.87.00.00.00.0
6.276.496.044.54.24.54.88.49.08.08.36.75.05.010.06.97.57.45.75.55.05.05.05.07.57.2
10.010.04.33.87.57.57.51.87.00.00.00.0
324
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
9.4
9.8
-
10.0
8.5
3.0
-
3.5
-
0.0
4.2
3.8
8.9
-
-
5.5
7.3
3.4
6.4
5.0
2.9
7.1
0.9
0.0
3.5
5.9
6.7
4.7
6.4
3.2
-
-
-
5.5
7.9
5.0
3.7
5.0
10.0
5.0
0.0
6.5
7.5
8.2
3.8
3.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
7.5
5.7
10.0
10.0
1.3
1.0
10.0
0.0
7.5
0.0
-
0.0
0.0
0.0
153/162157/162
4.80
4.255.36
RANKING 157/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICASUDAN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
325
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
4.8
90
114
138
162 157
SUDAN | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
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4.805.364.253.2
---
5.57.95.03.75.010.05.00.06.57.58.23.83.52.52.52.52.57.55.710.010.01.31.0
10.00.07.50.0
-0.00.00.0
326
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.1
4.9
8.6
10.0
5.0
5.2
4.2
5.3
5.6
5.0
5.0
2.7
4.6
8.0
7.1
6.0
9.5
4.5
0.0
10.0
7.2
7.5
6.7
10.0
4.6
6.3
6.3
7.5
5.0
4.9
4.6
5.0
5.2
7.2
6.7
10.0
5.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
-
9.5
-
9.7
9.3
-
-
-
-
-
-
8.5
10.0
10.0
7.3
6.8
-
-
-
10.0
-
10.0
10.0
-
116/16250/162
7.07
7.796.36
RANKING 67/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANSURINAME
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
327
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.25 7.04 7.13 7.00 7.02 7.30 7.07
30
50
70
90
60
69
60
72 70
57
67
SURINAME | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
--------------------------------------
--------------------------------------
7.256.647.855.4
---
8.36.710.08.310.010.010.0
-6.5
-7.75.2
------
8.910.010.08.77.0---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.046.357.735.4
---
8.36.710.08.310.010.010.0
-5.5
-6.94.1------
8.910.010.08.77.0---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.136.647.625.1---
8.36.710.08.310.010.010.0
-5.4
-6.34.5
------
8.810.010.08.07.0---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.006.727.295.1---
7.26.710.05.010.010.010.0
-5.2
-6.73.7------
8.510.010.07.36.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.026.787.264.9
---
7.26.710.05.010.010.010.0
-5.5
-7.03.9
------
8.510.010.07.36.5
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.306.857.754.94.15.15.47.26.710.05.010.010.010.0
-9.3
-9.78.8
------
8.510.010.07.36.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
7.076.367.794.94.65.05.27.26.710.05.010.010.010.0
-9.5
-9.79.3
------
8.510.010.07.36.8
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
328
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
5.5
5.0
9.9
0.0
7.0
4.4
4.3
3.8
4.7
5.1
-
1.6
7.3
7.4
7.1
7.7
8.0
9.5
8.4
5.0
7.0
4.7
7.9
10.0
5.5
7.7
8.8
7.8
6.6
4.7
-
-
-
6.7
3.1
9.5
7.5
6.7
10.0
5.0
5.0
8.0
-
9.3
6.6
-
-
-
-
-
-
6.0
10.0
10.0
1.3
2.5
-
-
-
4.9
7.0
2.5
5.0
5.0
108/162122/162
6.24
6.026.46
RANKING 122/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICASWAZILAND
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
329
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
6.13 6.03 5.93 6.21 6.28 6.246.20
90
114
138
162
124128
131126 124
117122
SWAZILAND | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
--------------------------------------
--------------------------------------
6.136.415.854.8
---
7.03.19.58.35.05.05.05.09.4
-9.39.5
------
6.310.010.02.03.3
---
2.5-
0.05.0
-
6.036.585.474.8
---
6.43.18.57.53.35.05.00.09.2
-9.39.2
------
6.310.010.02.03.3
---
2.5-
0.05.0
-
5.936.445.414.5
---
6.43.18.57.53.35.05.00.09.4
-9.49.4
------
6.310.010.02.03.0
---
2.5-
0.05.0
-
6.206.565.844.5
---
6.33.18.37.55.05.05.05.09.7-
9.410.0
------
6.210.010.01.73.0
---
4.2-
2.55.05.0
6.216.475.954.7---
6.73.19.57.56.710.05.05.09.8
-9.610.0
------
4.210.02.31.73.0
---
4.2-
2.55.05.0
6.286.446.134.8
---
6.73.19.57.56.710.05.05.08.5
-9.17.8------
6.010.010.01.72.5
---
4.97.02.55.05.0
6.246.466.024.7---
6.73.19.57.56.710.05.05.08.0
-9.36.6
------
6.010.010.01.32.5
---
4.97.02.55.05.0
330
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
3.6
0.8
4.6
8.0
1.0
7.8
8.5
6.7
8.3
9.2
10.0
5.0
8.5
7.2
7.0
9.3
7.7
9.8
9.8
10.0
8.2
8.3
8.4
10.0
6.1
8.2
9.9
6.9
7.9
8.5
9.5
8.1
8.0
9.9
9.6
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.9
10.0
8.4
8.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.7
10.0
10.0
9.3
8.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
5.0
43/1623/162
8.39
9.337.44
RANKING 17/162WESTERN EUROPESWEDEN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
331
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.45 8.42 8.51 8.51 8.46 8.36 8.44 8.48 8.39
1
20
40
60
11 10 9 811
15 15 1317
SWEDEN | WESTERN EUROPE
8.457.409.508.59.57.88.29.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.09.510.010.08.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.38.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.427.399.448.59.57.88.29.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.08.910.09.27.5
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.39.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.517.589.448.59.57.88.29.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.08.910.09.47.2
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.38.810.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.517.579.448.59.57.88.29.89.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.08.810.09.17.5
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.39.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.467.489.458.49.67.87.89.89.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.09.010.09.47.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.39.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.367.449.278.49.67.87.89.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.910.09.17.5
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.39.010.010.010.08.3
-10.010.05.0
8.447.629.258.49.48.17.89.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.710.09.36.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.810.010.09.39.010.010.010.08.3
-10.010.05.0
8.487.659.328.59.48.17.99.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.08.910.08.78.010.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.38.810.010.010.08.810.010.010.05.0
8.397.449.338.59.58.18.09.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.910.08.48.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.09.38.810.010.010.08.810.010.010.05.0
332
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.4
6.4
6.3
10.0
7.0
8.5
9.2
7.8
9.2
10.0
8.3
5.2
9.6
9.3
7.9
9.9
9.9
9.9
9.9
10.0
7.6
6.2
8.1
10.0
6.2
8.5
9.3
7.8
8.3
8.2
-
-
-
9.7
9.8
10.0
9.2
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.2
10.0
7.7
6.9
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.7
10.0
10.0
8.7
9.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
4/16210/162
8.79
9.198.39
RANKING 2/162WESTERN EUROPESWITZERLAND
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
333
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.77 8.79 8.82 8.78 8.76 8.72 8.81 8.81 8.79
1
20
40
60
3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2
SWITZERLAND | WESTERN EUROPE
8.778.249.317.9---
9.99.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.09.010.09.27.8
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.08.39.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.798.269.327.9---
9.99.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.09.1
10.08.78.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.08.39.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.828.309.347.9---
9.99.7
10.09.810.010.010.010.09.310.08.98.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.08.39.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.788.239.327.9---
9.99.810.09.810.010.010.010.09.1
10.08.58.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.08.79.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.768.209.327.9---
9.99.810.09.810.010.010.010.09.010.08.48.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.08.79.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.728.229.217.9---
9.69.7
10.09.210.010.010.010.08.510.08.57.2
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.08.79.310.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.818.319.308.2
---
9.79.810.09.210.010.010.010.08.710.08.57.6
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.08.79.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.818.379.268.4
---
9.69.7
10.09.210.010.010.010.08.610.08.47.4
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.08.79.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.798.399.198.2
---
9.79.810.09.210.010.010.010.08.210.07.76.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.010.08.79.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
334
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
6.2
6.8
9.0
2.0
7.0
3.4
3.1
3.2
5.9
3.3
7.5
3.2
4.1
6.0
6.1
5.1
9.5
0.0
1.0
10.0
4.9
5.2
4.0
8.6
1.8
5.4
5.6
5.8
4.9
2.0
-
-
-
5.0
9.1
0.0
5.8
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
4.4
-
5.4
3.4
-
-
-
-
-
-
1.8
0.0
6.2
0.3
0.5
-
-
-
0.0
-
0.0
0.0
0.0
157/162161/162
3.77
2.515.02
RANKING 162/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICASYRIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
335
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.46 5.53 5.55 5.63 4.87 4.02 3.91 3.774.10
90
114
138
162
132 131
142139
149
157
159 159 162
SYRIA | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
5.465.625.304.8
---
7.89.07.96.75.05.00.010.08.05.88.99.21.70.00.01.32.94.24.1
10.010.00.31.83.33.30.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.535.795.274.8
---
7.99.18.06.75.00.05.010.07.65.88.98.11.70.00.01.32.94.24.010.09.50.31.83.33.30.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.555.965.154.8
---
7.69.17.06.75.05.00.010.07.35.88.67.51.70.00.01.32.94.23.910.09.00.31.53.33.30.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.636.185.084.8
---
6.39.13.16.73.30.05.05.08.28.88.47.65.07.52.53.82.58.83.90.46.20.30.57.55.07.52.5
-5.00.0
-
4.875.274.463.6
---
5.39.10.06.73.30.05.05.08.38.88.47.75.07.52.53.82.58.83.40.02.70.30.87.55.07.52.5
-5.00.0
-
4.104.074.123.6
---
5.09.10.05.81.70.05.00.08.38.88.87.46.37.52.53.82.58.83.50.03.90.30.57.55.07.50.0
-0.00.00.0
4.024.973.083.1---
5.09.10.05.80.00.00.00.08.3
-8.97.7------
0.20.00.00.30.5
---
0.0-
0.00.00.0
3.914.962.862.9
---
5.09.10.05.80.00.00.00.05.3
-6.14.5
------
1.80.06.30.30.5
---
0.0-
0.00.00.0
3.775.022.512.0
---
5.09.10.05.80.00.00.00.04.4
-5.43.4
------
1.80.06.20.30.5
---
0.0-
0.00.00.0
336
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.2
5.6
9.3
8.0
6.0
6.8
5.8
4.5
7.6
6.7
8.3
5.5
7.9
7.6
7.0
9.7
9.5
9.7
9.7
10.0
7.7
7.7
7.6
10.0
5.6
8.0
9.1
7.1
7.9
7.0
-
-
-
9.7
9.7
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
-
9.4
10.0
9.3
8.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
10.0
10.0
7.0
8.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
-
10.0
10.0
-
12/16215/162
8.47
9.047.89
RANKING 10/162EAST ASIATAIWAN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
337
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.79 7.81 8.16 8.12 8.27 8.41 8.47
1
20
40
60
43 43
35
24 2623 23
17
10
TAIWAN | EAST ASIA
7.797.498.096.9
---
8.49.79.06.78.310.05.010.06.77.18.14.98.310.07.58.87.18.39.310.010.07.77.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.817.398.246.9
---
8.59.79.06.710.010.010.010.06.47.17.54.68.310.07.58.87.18.39.310.010.07.77.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.007.708.296.9
---
8.69.79.56.710.010.010.010.06.67.18.14.58.310.07.58.87.18.39.310.010.07.77.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.167.718.616.9
---
9.59.79.59.210.010.010.010.06.78.87.34.29.310.010.08.88.88.89.310.010.07.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.127.71
8.526.8
---
9.59.79.59.210.010.010.010.06.28.85.74.19.310.010.08.88.88.89.310.010.07.07.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.207.728.686.8
---
9.79.79.510.010.010.010.0
-6.78.86.94.49.610.010.08.88.88.89.310.010.07.07.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.277.768.797.0---
9.79.79.510.010.010.010.0
-6.910.06.14.7
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.210.010.07.07.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.417.769.05
7.1---
9.79.79.510.010.010.010.0
-9.210.09.38.210.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.07.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.477.899.047.0---
9.79.79.510.010.010.010.0
-9.410.09.38.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.08.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.00 8.20
338
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.5
8.5
9.1
0.0
8.5
5.1
5.7
5.4
5.8
4.0
-
5.7
8.3
6.4
6.5
8.8
8.2
8.3
8.8
10.0
6.4
8.5
4.3
10.0
2.6
6.8
8.2
5.7
6.4
3.3
-
-
-
8.4
9.4
7.5
8.3
8.3
5.0
10.0
10.0
4.4
0.0
8.4
4.7
2.0
2.5
2.5
0.0
2.5
2.5
4.3
10.0
10.0
0.7
1.8
2.5
2.5
2.5
8.3
-
10.0
10.0
5.0
92/162132/162
6.19
5.656.72
RANKING 124/162CAUCASUS & CENTRAL ASIATAJIKISTAN
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
339
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.91 6.74 6.59 6.32 6.21 6.196.60
60
94
128
162
81
106
91
105
118 120 124
TAJIKISTAN | CAUCASUS & CENTRAL ASIA
--------------------------------------
--------------------------------------
6.916.287.543.9
---
8.39.17.58.310.010.010.010.09.8
-9.610.0
------
6.210.010.01.73.0
---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.606.396.823.9
---
8.99.48.39.28.35.010.010.09.5
-9.49.5
------
6.110.010.01.72.8
---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
6.746.756.743.5
---
9.09.48.49.28.35.010.010.09.5
-9.69.5
------
6.110.010.01.72.8
---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
6.596.556.633.5
---
8.69.48.08.38.35.010.010.09.5
-9.69.5
------
6.010.010.01.72.5
---
5.0-
10.00.05.0
6.326.685.973.7---
8.49.47.58.38.35.010.010.06.50.09.69.82.02.52.50.02.52.54.510.010.01.72.02.52.52.58.3
-10.010.05.0
6.216.655.763.6
---
8.39.47.48.38.35.010.010.04.70.08.25.82.02.52.50.02.52.54.410.010.01.32.02.52.52.58.3
-10.010.05.0
6.196.725.653.3
---
8.49.47.58.38.35.010.010.04.40.08.44.72.02.52.50.02.52.54.310.010.00.71.82.52.52.58.3
-10.010.05.0
340
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.3
6.4
9.9
7.0
6.0
5.7
4.7
4.7
5.1
6.7
8.3
5.7
7.0
5.6
5.1
8.2
9.9
9.0
9.0
5.0
6.2
7.0
2.8
10.0
5.0
7.2
9.4
6.5
5.7
4.2
3.7
5.0
3.9
7.3
7.2
9.5
5.3
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
6.4
5.0
8.3
6.0
5.0
7.5
5.0
2.5
5.0
5.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
3.0
4.5
10.0
10.0
5.0
5.0
0.0
5.0
5.0
10.0
79/162116/162
6.52
6.136.92
RANKING 102/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICATANZANIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
341
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.34 6.44 6.59 6.72 6.58 6.76 6.56 6.56 6.52
60
85
110
135
108 105 107
98 101
91
105 102 102
TANZANIA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.346.206.484.74.34.84.98.06.69.57.88.35.010.010.07.88.89.15.77.37.57.55.87.18.37.1
10.010.04.75.36.73.310.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.446.426.464.74.34.84.98.06.69.57.88.310.05.010.07.68.88.75.57.37.57.55.87.18.37.1
10.010.04.35.56.73.310.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.596.706.484.74.34.84.98.06.69.57.88.35.010.010.07.88.88.75.97.37.57.55.87.18.37.2
10.010.04.36.06.73.310.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.726.766.684.74.34.84.97.16.58.56.28.310.010.05.08.28.88.86.95.55.05.05.03.88.87.9
10.010.04.06.07.57.5
10.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.586.626.544.54.24.84.57.16.78.56.28.310.010.05.07.58.88.55.45.55.05.05.03.88.87.58.010.04.05.57.57.5
10.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.766.856.674.54.24.84.57.07.18.55.38.310.010.05.07.88.88.75.86.35.05.05.03.88.87.48.010.04.04.57.57.5
10.08.3
-5.010.010.0
6.566.766.364.54.65.13.77.37.09.55.38.310.010.05.06.65.09.05.85.07.55.02.55.05.07.7
10.010.04.04.810.010.05.06.7-
5.05.010.0
6.566.926.194.23.75.04.17.37.29.55.38.310.010.05.07.05.08.97.05.07.55.02.55.05.07.6
10.010.04.04.510.010.05.05.00.05.05.010.0
6.526.926.134.23.75.03.97.37.29.55.38.310.010.05.06.45.08.36.05.07.55.02.55.05.07.5
10.010.03.04.510.010.05.05.00.05.05.010.0
342
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.6
4.3
9.2
6.0
7.0
4.7
5.1
4.4
5.2
3.3
4.2
6.3
7.5
5.1
5.2
8.6
9.8
9.8
10.0
5.0
7.1
7.0
6.8
10.0
4.7
7.1
9.3
4.7
7.2
4.3
3.5
5.3
4.0
8.7
8.7
9.0
8.3
8.3
10.0
5.0
10.0
7.3
10.0
7.4
4.4
4.5
2.5
0.0
2.5
7.5
10.0
7.2
10.0
9.9
1.0
1.8
10.0
10.0
7.5
4.4
0.0
7.5
10.0
0.0
84/162106/162
6.62
6.406.85
RANKING 98/162SOUTH ASIATHAILAND
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
343
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
7.27 7.26 7.01 6.88 6.75 6.59 6.63 6.627.20
40
65
90
115
59 5964
7380
92
10197 98
THAILAND | SOUTH ASIA
7.276.807.755.66.44.35.98.37.67.3
10.010.010.010.010.08.28.88.47.48.37.5
10.07.17.1
10.06.25.510.04.73.310.06.73.310.0
-10.010.0
-
7.266.697.845.66.44.35.98.47.87.3
10.010.010.010.010.08.38.89.27.08.37.5
10.07.17.1
10.06.810.010.04.33.310.06.73.310.0
-10.010.0
-
7.206.657.755.66.44.35.98.57.87.6
10.010.010.010.010.07.78.87.96.58.37.5
10.07.17.1
10.06.27.010.03.73.010.06.73.310.0
-10.010.0
-
7.016.597.425.66.44.35.98.58.07.5
10.010.010.010.010.07.27.57.96.37.87.57.58.87.57.56.58.59.93.34.07.57.55.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.886.587.194.75.13.95.18.48.07.010.010.010.010.010.07.57.57.57.57.87.57.58.87.57.56.48.59.93.03.87.57.55.07.5-
5.010.0
-
6.756.616.884.75.13.95.17.98.37.28.310.010.010.010.07.37.57.17.27.57.57.58.87.57.56.610.09.93.03.37.57.55.05.8
-7.5
10.00.0
6.596.626.574.13.44.64.38.48.58.48.38.310.05.010.08.610.08.47.44.52.50.02.57.5
10.07.2
10.09.61.02.310.010.07.55.8
-7.5
10.00.0
6.636.806.454.33.35.34.58.58.68.68.38.310.05.010.08.1
10.07.46.84.52.50.02.57.5
10.07.1
10.09.71.01.8
10.010.07.54.40.07.5
10.00.0
6.626.856.404.33.55.34.08.78.79.08.38.310.05.010.07.3
10.07.44.44.52.50.02.57.5
10.07.2
10.09.91.01.8
10.010.07.54.40.07.5
10.00.0
344
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.1
0.0
7.5
7.0
10.0
3.5
3.9
3.2
3.0
5.7
-
0.0
-
4.3
4.7
8.7
7.5
7.5
9.8
10.0
7.0
9.6
4.7
-
6.9
7.4
9.5
6.7
6.0
3.3
-
-
-
7.1
8.4
5.5
7.5
5.0
5.0
10.0
0.0
8.6
-
9.2
8.0
-
-
-
-
-
-
8.4
10.0
10.0
6.3
7.3
-
-
-
6.7
-
5.0
10.0
5.0
101/162113/162
6.37
6.196.55
RANKING 114/162SOUTH ASIATIMOR-LESTE
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
345
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.74 6.85 6.67 6.57 6.11 6.376.50
60
94
128
162
9388
95
106 110
128
114
TIMOR-LESTE | SOUTH ASIA
--------------------------------------
--------------------------------------
6.746.007.493.8
---
8.58.69.57.5
10.010.010.010.06.8
-8.25.3
------
8.410.010.06.37.3---
10.0-
10.010.0
-
6.856.896.803.8
---
8.78.610.07.56.710.010.00.06.8
-7.75.9
------
8.410.010.06.37.3---
7.5-
5.010.0
-
6.676.696.643.4
---
8.58.69.57.56.710.010.00.06.7-
7.45.9
------
8.410.010.06.37.3---
7.5-
5.010.0
-
6.576.646.493.4
---
8.58.49.57.56.710.010.00.06.4
-7.85.0
------
8.410.010.06.37.3---
6.7-
5.010.05.0
6.506.686.323.3
---
8.58.49.57.55.05.010.00.06.8
-7.66.0
------
8.410.010.06.37.3---
6.7-
5.010.05.0
6.116.605.610.0
---
8.58.49.57.55.05.010.00.07.9-
8.87.0------
8.410.010.06.37.3---
6.7-
5.010.05.0
6.376.556.193.3
---
7.18.45.57.55.05.010.00.08.6
-9.28.0
------
8.410.010.06.37.3---
6.7-
5.010.05.0
346
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
6.7
7.4
8.4
4.0
7.0
3.7
-
4.0
-
4.2
5.0
3.9
2.0
-
-
7.0
9.4
8.9
9.8
0.0
5.4
7.2
3.3
10.0
1.2
6.3
7.5
4.2
7.2
4.1
-
-
-
8.0
6.4
9.5
8.2
6.7
0.0
10.0
10.0
8.9
10.0
9.6
7.0
8.0
7.5
5.0
10.0
7.5
10.0
8.5
10.0
10.0
4.0
5.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
5.0
-
5.0
5.0
5.0
141/16292/162
6.27
6.735.82
RANKING 119/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICATOGO
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
347
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.76 5.68 5.67 5.53 5.42 6.09 6.23 6.276.20
90
114
138
162
124128
139 141 141
129
122 122119
TOGO | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
5.765.675.864.2
---
7.56.210.06.35.00.05.010.08.77.1
10.09.06.1
10.05.07.14.24.27.010.010.02.33.36.76.710.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.685.575.794.2
---
7.36.29.56.35.05.00.010.08.67.19.98.76.1
10.05.07.14.24.26.910.010.02.03.06.76.710.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.675.555.804.2
---
7.36.29.56.35.00.05.010.08.67.19.98.76.1
10.05.07.14.24.27.010.010.02.33.06.76.710.02.5
-5.00.0
-
5.535.455.614.2
---
8.16.210.08.11.75.00.00.08.47.59.97.85.85.05.05.06.37.57.010.010.02.73.57.57.57.52.5
-5.00.0
-
5.425.335.503.9
---
7.96.29.58.11.75.00.00.08.77.59.98.85.85.05.05.06.37.56.910.010.02.73.37.57.57.52.5
-5.00.0
-
6.096.255.943.9
---
8.06.49.58.25.05.00.010.08.47.59.97.95.85.05.05.06.37.57.1
10.010.03.33.87.57.57.53.3
-5.00.05.0
6.235.796.673.8
---
8.06.49.58.26.70.010.010.09.210.09.97.78.07.55.010.07.5
10.08.310.010.03.74.310.010.010.05.0
-5.05.05.0
6.205.696.703.9
---
8.06.49.58.26.70.010.010.09.1
10.09.67.68.07.55.010.07.5
10.08.310.010.03.74.810.010.010.05.0
-5.05.05.0
6.275.826.734.1---
8.06.49.58.26.70.010.010.08.910.09.67.08.07.55.010.07.5
10.08.510.010.04.05.310.010.010.05.0
-5.05.05.0
348
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.6
7.0
8.4
0.0
7.0
4.5
5.8
3.2
5.4
8.3
3.3
3.0
6.2
3.2
2.9
9.1
9.7
7.1
9.4
10.0
7.8
7.5
6.4
10.0
7.4
6.6
6.0
7.6
6.3
4.7
4.4
5.9
3.9
5.9
0.0
9.5
8.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.6
-
8.8
8.5
-
-
-
-
-
-
8.7
10.0
10.0
7.7
7.3
-
-
-
6.7
-
10.0
0.0
10.0
91/16282/162
6.83
6.926.73
RANKING 81/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANTRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
349
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.81 6.76 6.73 6.83 6.79 6.92 6.76 6.836.90
60
85
110
135
81
8994
90 88
78 8084 81
TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
6.816.746.875.2
---
5.70.09.57.5
10.010.010.010.09.4
-9.39.4
------
8.910.010.08.07.5---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
6.766.616.925.2
---
5.70.09.57.5
10.010.010.010.09.8
-9.89.7------
8.910.010.08.07.5---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
6.736.616.845.2
---
5.70.09.57.5
10.010.010.010.09.2
-9.49.0
------
8.810.010.08.07.3---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
6.836.657.015.2
---
6.30.09.010.010.010.010.010.09.2
-9.78.8
------
8.810.010.08.07.3---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
6.796.606.994.9
---
6.50.09.510.010.010.010.010.09.3
-9.88.8
------
8.810.010.08.07.0---
5.0-
10.00.0
-
6.926.777.074.9
---
5.90.09.48.310.010.010.010.09.4
-9.89.0
------
8.810.010.08.07.3---
6.7-
10.00.010.0
6.906.757.064.9
---
5.90.09.58.310.010.010.010.09.4
-9.89.0
------
8.710.010.07.77.0---
6.7-
10.00.010.0
6.766.487.045.04.96.14.05.90.09.58.310.010.010.010.09.1-
9.68.5
------
8.710.010.07.77.0---
6.7-
10.00.010.0
6.836.736.924.74.45.93.95.90.09.58.310.010.010.010.08.6
-8.88.5
------
8.710.010.07.77.3---
6.7-
10.00.010.0
350
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.8
5.3
6.4
7.0
4.5
5.3
4.7
4.1
5.8
6.7
8.3
4.9
7.3
5.6
5.3
7.1
9.3
9.6
9.3
0.0
6.9
7.3
5.9
9.2
5.2
6.4
7.2
5.3
6.6
4.8
5.1
4.9
4.3
7.6
8.8
8.1
5.8
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
6.5
7.5
8.0
3.8
8.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
10.0
8.0
10.0
9.1
4.0
5.5
10.0
7.5
10.0
4.2
-
2.5
0.0
10.0
121/16298/162
6.43
6.586.29
RANKING 109/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICATUNISIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
351
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.25 6.27 6.09 6.56 6.27 6.14 6.57 6.47 6.43
60
85
110
135
110
112
125
110
120
128
104
110 109
TUNISIA | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
6.256.685.825.24.95.65.28.68.99.57.55.05.00.010.04.71.39.03.74.22.52.52.95.87.14.810.010.01.02.36.73.30.05.0
-10.00.0
-
6.276.715.825.24.95.65.28.79.09.57.55.00.05.010.04.91.39.34.34.22.52.52.95.87.14.410.08.11.01.86.73.30.05.0
-10.00.0
-
6.096.495.695.24.95.65.28.38.98.57.55.05.00.010.04.41.38.23.74.22.52.52.95.87.14.510.09.11.01.86.73.30.05.0
-10.00.0
-
6.566.976.155.24.95.65.28.18.89.06.75.00.010.05.05.33.88.43.86.87.55.07.57.56.36.10.710.04.05.810.07.55.05.0
-10.00.0
-
6.276.406.144.84.55.44.58.08.88.56.75.00.010.05.05.33.87.34.86.87.55.07.57.56.37.4
10.010.04.05.510.07.55.05.0
-10.00.0
-
6.146.355.934.84.55.44.57.68.88.25.85.00.010.05.05.43.87.84.76.37.55.07.57.56.37.4
10.010.04.05.310.07.55.04.2
-2.50.010.0
6.576.486.674.74.15.24.97.78.88.55.88.310.010.05.06.77.57.75.08.07.57.57.57.5
10.08.310.010.04.76.010.07.5
10.04.2
-2.50.010.0
6.476.336.604.74.54.94.67.58.88.05.88.310.010.05.06.97.57.95.28.07.57.57.57.5
10.08.210.010.04.35.510.07.5
10.04.2
-2.50.010.0
6.436.296.584.85.14.94.37.68.88.15.88.310.010.05.06.57.58.03.88.07.57.57.57.5
10.08.010.09.14.05.510.07.5
10.04.2
-2.50.010.0
352
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.6
5.9
6.4
7.0
7.0
4.8
3.4
3.2
5.6
3.3
5.0
4.6
8.9
5.6
5.8
9.0
8.0
9.6
8.4
10.0
7.2
6.0
7.4
10.0
5.5
6.6
8.2
4.7
7.0
4.0
3.6
4.4
4.0
7.5
8.3
4.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
4.5
2.5
7.0
3.9
4.5
7.5
5.0
5.0
2.5
2.5
4.0
7.5
0.0
1.0
1.8
5.0
7.5
5.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
86/162118/162
6.47
6.096.84
RANKING 107/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICATURKEY
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
353
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.92 6.96 6.99 7.22 7.09 7.09 6.76 6.66 6.47
60
85
110
135
76 73 75
60 6368
88
96
107
TURKEY | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
6.926.866.984.84.85.54.28.58.27.69.88.35.010.010.05.84.27.95.35.95.05.05.47.17.16.510.010.03.05.56.76.73.310.0
-10.010.0
-
6.966.797.144.84.85.54.28.67.98.19.810.010.010.010.05.74.28.15.05.95.05.05.47.17.16.28.69.92.75.56.76.73.310.0
-10.010.0
-
6.996.837.154.84.85.54.28.88.38.29.810.010.010.010.05.64.27.35.55.95.05.05.47.17.1
6.08.69.42.74.86.76.73.310.0
-10.010.0
-
7.227.037.414.84.85.54.28.78.37.99.810.010.010.010.06.15.07.75.67.07.57.56.37.56.37.3
10.08.92.74.510.010.05.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.096.997.194.64.55.23.98.58.37.39.810.010.010.010.05.85.07.64.97.07.57.56.37.56.36.510.03.43.04.010.010.05.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.096.867.324.64.55.23.99.08.38.810.010.010.010.010.05.65.07.24.67.17.57.56.37.56.36.510.04.72.33.510.010.05.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.766.876.643.93.34.93.59.18.38.910.010.010.010.010.04.42.57.03.74.57.55.05.02.52.55.08.73.72.03.35.07.55.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.666.846.474.13.74.64.08.38.36.710.010.010.010.010.04.92.57.24.94.57.55.05.02.52.55.16.28.21.32.55.07.55.09.37.010.010.010.0
6.476.846.094.03.64.44.07.58.34.310.010.010.010.010.04.52.57.03.94.57.55.05.02.52.54.07.50.01.01.85.07.55.09.37.010.010.010.0
354
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
8.3
9.2
10.0
10.0
4.0
4.7
4.0
4.1
5.1
3.3
5.8
4.9
8.2
4.7
4.1
8.6
9.3
6.3
8.9
10.0
7.5
6.8
4.6
10.0
8.4
8.0
9.2
8.6
6.1
3.4
2.2
4.5
3.4
7.0
5.4
8.1
7.5
8.3
10.0
10.0
5.0
8.4
10.0
7.6
7.6
7.0
7.5
5.0
2.5
10.0
10.0
7.9
10.0
10.0
4.0
3.8
10.0
10.0
7.5
3.8
0.0
5.0
0.0
10.0
46/162115/162
6.77
6.137.41
RANKING 85/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAUGANDA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
355
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.41 6.52 6.55 6.52 6.74 6.73 6.71 6.776.50
60
85
110
135
102106
110 111105
94 91 9085
UGANDA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.507.215.784.12.75.14.37.36.58.86.55.010.00.05.07.55.48.78.36.17.57.54.24.27.18.310.010.03.35.010.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.417.365.464.12.75.14.36.76.17.56.53.30.05.05.07.45.49.27.66.17.57.54.24.27.18.310.010.03.35.010.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.527.445.614.12.75.14.37.16.38.56.55.05.05.05.07.05.47.77.86.17.57.54.24.27.17.54.1
10.03.74.810.010.010.02.5
-5.00.0
-
6.557.265.834.12.75.14.36.75.77.76.68.310.010.05.07.46.38.17.86.05.05.05.06.38.87.17.2
10.03.74.010.07.57.52.5
-5.00.0
-
6.527.285.763.62.34.83.66.75.58.06.68.310.010.05.07.46.38.17.96.05.05.05.06.38.87.6
10.010.03.74.510.07.57.52.5
-5.00.0
-
6.747.386.103.62.34.83.67.15.97.87.58.310.010.05.07.26.38.37.26.35.05.05.06.38.87.5
10.010.03.74.010.07.57.55.0
-5.00.010.0
6.737.316.163.52.34.83.46.55.46.57.58.310.010.05.08.510.08.57.07.07.55.02.510.010.07.9
10.010.03.74.310.010.07.55.0
-5.00.010.0
6.717.306.123.22.14.23.47.05.48.27.58.310.010.05.08.610.07.68.17.07.55.02.510.010.07.9
10.010.04.04.010.010.07.53.80.05.00.010.0
6.777.416.133.42.24.53.47.05.48.17.58.310.010.05.08.410.07.67.67.07.55.02.510.010.07.9
10.010.04.03.810.010.07.53.80.05.00.010.0
356
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
7.1
5.0
4.9
10.0
8.5
4.5
2.2
2.7
3.8
8.3
6.7
4.8
9.1
4.5
5.2
4.9
7.6
4.7
7.2
0.0
6.6
8.8
4.2
10.0
3.2
6.9
9.1
5.1
6.4
4.5
4.8
5.1
3.7
7.4
7.5
5.5
9.2
8.3
5.0
10.0
10.0
5.9
2.5
7.5
7.6
5.5
7.5
7.5
5.0
2.5
5.0
7.1
7.8
10.0
5.7
3.8
7.5
7.5
7.5
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
134/16297/162
6.28
6.595.98
RANKING 118/162EASTERN EUROPEUKRAINE
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
357
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
6.83 6.93 6.93 6.77 6.04 5.84 6.286.806.80
70
94
118
142
82 81
89
8177 90
131134
118
UKRAINE | EASTERN EUROPE
6.805.877.734.75.15.23.99.17.99.510.08.310.05.010.08.710.08.28.07.17.57.56.75.48.38.610.010.05.05.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.835.897.774.75.15.23.99.28.19.510.08.35.010.010.09.010.08.88.17.17.57.56.75.48.38.610.010.05.05.510.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.805.907.704.75.15.23.99.38.39.510.08.310.05.010.08.1
10.07.86.77.17.57.56.75.48.38.510.010.04.75.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.936.157.704.75.15.23.99.17.99.510.010.010.010.010.07.77.58.27.57.07.57.55.07.57.57.7
10.010.04.04.810.05.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.936.247.614.54.95.23.39.17.99.510.010.010.010.010.07.57.58.17.07.07.57.55.07.57.57.6
10.010.03.74.810.05.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
6.776.057.494.54.95.23.38.47.58.59.210.010.010.010.07.87.58.57.57.57.57.55.07.57.57.5
10.010.03.74.010.05.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.045.916.164.55.14.93.65.97.50.99.28.35.010.010.05.92.57.87.55.57.57.55.02.55.05.90.010.05.33.57.57.57.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
5.845.406.294.65.14.74.06.17.51.79.28.35.010.010.05.92.57.77.55.57.57.55.02.55.07.17.8
10.05.74.07.57.57.59.37.010.010.010.0
6.285.986.594.54.85.13.77.47.55.59.28.35.010.010.05.92.57.57.65.57.57.55.02.55.07.17.8
10.05.73.87.57.57.59.37.010.010.010.0
358
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.7
6.1
8.8
2.0
10.0
6.1
8.0
7.2
8.2
8.3
6.7
5.8
9.9
9.1
8.9
9.1
9.2
7.5
9.7
10.0
8.2
8.7
8.0
10.0
6.2
7.4
6.7
7.0
8.5
6.4
5.3
6.8
6.9
8.0
9.6
8.5
5.8
3.3
10.0
0.0
0.0
4.7
2.5
8.1
3.5
0.5
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
2.5
6.3
10.0
10.0
1.7
2.5
7.5
7.5
5.0
0.0
-
0.0
0.0
0.0
37/162149/162
6.29
5.077.50
RANKING 117/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICAUNITED ARAB EMIRATES
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
359
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.78 6.48 6.71 6.26 6.29 6.46 6.42 6.28 6.29
60
94
128
162
85
10398
120 119114 115 117 117
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
6.787.685.896.56.16.07.58.49.7
10.05.75.010.00.05.05.92.99.75.04.05.02.50.04.28.36.710.010.02.34.310.06.73.30.0
-0.00.0
-
6.487.405.566.56.16.07.58.49.7
10.05.71.70.00.05.06.02.99.85.34.05.02.50.04.28.36.610.010.02.04.010.06.73.30.0
-0.00.0
-
6.717.565.866.56.16.07.58.49.7
10.05.75.010.00.05.05.72.99.34.94.05.02.50.04.28.36.610.010.02.04.010.06.73.30.0
-0.00.0
-
6.267.694.846.56.16.07.57.49.810.02.51.70.05.00.05.42.58.84.70.80.00.00.00.03.85.810.010.02.03.85.07.52.50.0
-0.00.0
-
6.297.714.876.86.65.97.87.49.7
10.02.51.70.05.00.05.12.58.24.60.80.00.00.00.03.85.810.010.02.03.35.07.52.50.0
-0.00.0
-
6.467.685.246.86.65.97.88.59.7
10.05.81.70.05.00.05.62.58.75.51.30.00.00.00.03.85.710.010.01.73.05.07.52.50.0
-0.00.00.0
6.427.565.286.65.96.37.78.29.79.05.83.310.00.00.05.62.58.85.50.50.00.00.00.02.56.410.010.01.73.07.57.55.00.0
-0.00.00.0
6.287.455.106.34.86.87.48.09.78.55.83.310.00.00.05.12.58.54.40.50.00.00.00.02.56.210.08.91.72.57.57.55.00.0
-0.00.00.0
6.297.505.076.45.36.86.98.09.68.55.83.310.00.00.04.72.58.13.50.50.00.00.00.02.56.310.010.01.72.57.57.55.00.0
-0.00.00.0
360
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
5.7
5.2
5.4
8.0
4.0
7.8
8.9
7.1
8.8
10.0
8.3
4.4
8.0
8.4
6.7
9.8
9.8
9.7
9.9
10.0
8.4
8.3
8.2
10.0
7.3
8.2
8.2
8.4
8.1
7.7
8.2
7.5
7.4
9.8
9.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
7.6
10.0
7.6
5.2
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
10.0
10.0
7.0
7.8
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9/16218/162
8.50
9.008.00
RANKING 8/162WESTERN EUROPEUNITED KINGDOM
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
361
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.54 8.59 8.45 8.49 8.47 8.51 8.53 8.53 8.50
1
20
40
60
9 710 9 10 10 10 9 8
UNITED KINGDOM | WESTERN EUROPE
8.547.999.087.78.37.27.59.89.510.09.810.010.010.010.07.78.37.96.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.08.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.598.089.107.78.37.27.59.89.510.09.810.010.010.010.07.88.38.17.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.08.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.457.899.017.78.37.27.59.89.510.09.810.010.010.010.07.08.37.55.210.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.08.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.497.909.097.78.37.27.59.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.07.8
10.08.05.310.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.77.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.477.919.037.47.87.27.29.89.610.09.810.010.010.010.07.9
10.07.66.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.77.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.517.969.077.47.87.27.29.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.210.07.86.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.37.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.537.919.167.78.17.47.69.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.08.410.08.36.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.07.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.538.019.057.88.27.57.69.99.610.010.010.010.010.010.07.9
10.07.85.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.07.8
10.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.508.009.007.78.27.57.49.89.510.010.010.010.010.010.07.6
10.07.65.210.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.07.8
10.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
362
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.4
6.7
6.0
8.0
5.0
7.4
7.5
7.3
7.9
6.7
8.3
5.4
8.9
8.2
6.3
9.8
9.7
9.9
9.7
10.0
7.7
8.4
8.4
10.0
3.9
8.8
9.3
9.1
8.0
6.9
7.6
6.7
6.5
9.1
7.9
9.4
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.9
10.0
7.9
8.7
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.2
9.7
10.0
8.0
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
6/16228/162
8.39
8.758.03
RANKING 17/162NORTH AMERICAUNITED STATES
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
363
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
10
8.45 8.26 8.26 8.24 8.25 8.19 8.33 8.38 8.39
1
20
40
60
11
18 20 20 19
26
19 18 17
UNITED STATES | NORTH AMERICA
8.458.178.736.87.36.56.59.27.89.99.810.010.010.010.09.08.88.69.58.810.010.07.18.88.39.510.010.08.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.267.958.576.87.36.56.59.28.09.99.88.310.05.010.09.08.88.69.58.810.010.07.18.88.39.510.010.08.38.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.267.818.716.87.36.56.59.38.19.99.810.010.010.010.08.58.87.89.18.810.010.07.18.88.39.510.010.08.78.010.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.247.768.716.87.36.56.59.38.1
10.09.88.310.05.010.09.010.08.38.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.09.07.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.257.888.626.56.96.16.59.38.19.99.88.310.05.010.09.010.08.18.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.510.010.09.07.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.197.748.636.56.96.16.59.48.210.010.08.310.05.010.09.010.08.28.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.410.010.08.07.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.337.818.856.77.16.76.49.48.210.010.010.010.010.010.08.910.07.88.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.08.07.3
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
8.387.938.83
7.18.16.56.89.38.010.010.010.010.010.010.08.610.07.38.510.010.010.010.010.010.09.39.410.08.07.5
10.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
8.398.038.756.97.66.76.59.17.99.410.010.010.010.010.08.910.07.98.710.010.010.010.010.010.09.29.7
10.08.07.010.010.010.09.37.010.010.010.0
364
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0 2 4 6 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.8
6.5
5.9
7.0
8.0
5.4
7.6
4.4
6.5
5.8
4.2
3.6
6.5
5.3
4.4
9.0
8.2
9.6
8.1
10.0
7.8
7.7
5.7
10.0
7.7
6.8
7.4
6.2
6.9
6.6
7.1
7.4
5.4
8.4
6.9
10.0
8.3
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.5
7.5
9.0
8.9
7.5
7.5
10.0
5.0
7.5
7.5
9.4
10.0
10.0
8.0
7.5
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
65/16237/162
7.73
8.307.16
RANKING 43/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANURUGUAY
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
365
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520146
7
8
9
7.95 7.93 8.07 8.04 7.96 7.88 7.74 7.77 7.73
30
50
70
90
37 3631
36 37 3843 44 43
URUGUAY | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
7.957.128.786.47.07.1
5.09.17.4
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.99.1
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.37.8
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.937.058.806.47.07.1
5.09.17.3
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.910.010.09.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.77.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.077.338.826.47.07.1
5.09.27.6
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.910.010.09.810.010.010.010.010.010.09.310.010.07.37.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
8.047.398.696.47.07.1
5.09.27.6
10.010.010.010.010.010.09.910.010.09.68.810.010.08.87.57.59.310.010.07.37.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.967.348.586.37.17.04.79.06.910.010.010.010.010.010.09.7
10.09.59.68.810.010.08.87.57.59.310.010.07.37.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.0
-
7.887.268.496.37.17.04.78.46.910.08.310.010.010.010.09.810.09.79.69.210.010.08.87.57.59.310.010.07.37.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.747.148.336.77.57.15.48.46.910.08.310.010.010.010.08.87.59.79.27.57.5
10.05.07.57.59.410.010.08.07.5
10.010.010.010.0
-10.010.010.0
7.777.158.397.07.87.35.88.36.610.08.310.010.010.010.08.97.5
10.09.27.57.5
10.05.07.57.59.310.010.08.07.3
10.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
7.737.168.306.67.17.45.48.46.910.08.310.010.010.010.08.57.59.08.97.57.5
10.05.07.57.59.410.010.08.07.5
10.010.010.010.010.010.010.010.0
366
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
4.7
7.0
5.8
0.0
6.0
2.0
0.2
0.6
1.1
0.8
1.7
2.4
8.1
1.4
1.6
1.9
2.8
0.0
0.0
5.0
3.3
7.5
2.0
0.0
3.7
2.5
3.3
2.1
2.0
2.1
1.5
3.3
1.4
6.3
0.0
8.9
10.0
8.3
10.0
5.0
10.0
6.9
5.0
9.0
6.6
6.5
10.0
10.0
2.5
5.0
5.0
5.1
10.0
9.7
1.3
2.3
5.0
2.5
5.0
7.5
0.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
162/162135/162
4.20
5.522.88
RANKING 161/162LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEANVENEZUELA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
367
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.26 5.28 5.16 5.33 5.23 5.01 4.57 4.24 4.20
90
114
138
162
136 137
150145 144
152156 157
161
VENEZUELA | LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
5.264.226.303.13.03.82.46.70.010.010.08.310.05.010.07.87.18.77.75.67.55.05.45.84.26.86.410.01.33.010.010.06.710.0
-10.010.0
-
5.284.366.213.13.03.82.46.30.09.010.08.35.010.010.07.97.18.97.85.67.55.05.45.84.26.76.59.71.32.510.010.06.710.0
-10.010.0
-
5.163.966.353.13.03.82.46.00.08.010.010.010.010.010.08.07.18.88.15.67.55.05.45.84.27.2
10.010.01.02.810.010.06.710.0
-10.010.0
-
5.333.916.753.13.03.82.46.30.09.010.010.010.010.010.08.48.88.97.58.810.010.010.06.37.56.86.610.01.02.810.010.07.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
5.233.826.632.52.53.31.66.30.09.010.010.010.010.010.08.38.88.67.58.810.010.010.06.37.57.3
10.010.01.02.810.010.07.5
10.0-
10.010.0
-
5.013.326.712.52.53.31.66.30.09.010.010.010.010.010.08.68.89.27.99.210.010.010.06.37.57.3
10.010.01.32.510.010.07.5
10.0-
10.010.010.0
4.573.285.872.21.53.51.66.30.09.010.08.310.05.010.07.35.09.17.96.510.010.02.55.05.05.210.010.01.32.35.02.55.010.0
-10.010.010.0
4.242.965.521.81.22.91.36.30.09.010.08.310.05.010.07.35.09.37.76.510.010.02.55.05.05.210.010.01.32.55.02.55.07.50.010.010.010.0
4.202.885.522.11.53.31.46.30.08.910.08.310.05.010.06.95.09.06.66.510.010.02.55.05.05.1
10.09.71.32.35.02.55.07.50.010.010.010.0
368
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
7.6
9.2
-
-
6.0
5.1
4.3
4.1
5.0
5.0
6.7
5.7
8.7
5.6
6.1
6.5
8.3
8.3
9.4
0.0
6.3
7.6
5.3
10.0
2.2
6.7
9.0
5.3
5.9
4.9
5.4
4.4
4.9
8.6
9.4
9.0
7.5
3.3
0.0
5.0
5.0
5.9
2.5
8.6
6.6
1.5
2.5
2.5
0.0
0.0
2.5
5.8
10.0
9.2
0.0
1.8
7.5
7.5
5.0
9.3
7.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
112/162125/162
6.19
5.976.42
RANKING 124/162SOUTH ASIAVIETNAM
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
369
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.42 6.57 6.33 6.35 6.31 6.17 6.16 6.196.50
60
94
128
162
10698
112118 116
121127 126 124
VIETNAM | SOUTH ASIA
6.426.196.655.66.74.35.79.59.59.010.05.00.05.010.06.44.28.36.82.82.52.51.72.94.24.610.09.80.71.83.33.33.310.0
-10.010.0
-
6.576.456.685.66.74.35.79.89.410.010.05.05.00.010.05.94.27.65.82.82.52.51.72.94.24.7
10.09.90.72.03.33.33.310.0
-10.010.0
-
6.506.336.685.66.74.35.79.89.410.010.05.00.05.010.06.04.27.46.52.82.52.51.72.94.24.610.09.40.71.83.33.33.310.0
-10.010.0
-
6.336.246.425.66.74.35.79.29.410.08.33.35.00.05.05.52.57.46.43.32.52.53.82.55.05.08.99.00.71.57.55.02.510.0
-10.010.0
-
6.356.406.295.16.24.24.79.29.410.08.33.35.00.05.05.52.57.46.63.32.52.53.82.55.05.1
10.08.50.31.87.55.02.510.0
-10.010.0
-
6.316.376.255.16.24.24.79.09.410.07.53.35.00.05.05.72.57.77.03.32.52.53.82.55.05.010.08.00.31.87.55.02.510.0
-10.010.010.0
6.176.326.025.15.74.65.08.69.49.07.53.30.05.05.05.92.58.07.21.52.52.50.00.02.55.210.04.80.01.57.57.55.010.0
-10.010.010.0
6.166.306.015.25.84.75.08.69.49.07.53.30.05.05.05.72.58.06.61.52.52.50.00.02.55.910.09.40.01.87.57.55.09.37.010.010.010.0
6.196.425.974.95.44.44.98.69.49.07.53.30.05.05.05.92.58.66.61.52.52.50.00.02.55.810.09.20.01.87.57.55.09.37.010.010.010.0
370
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
7.6
8.5
9.0
4.0
9.0
3.1
2.5
2.8
3.3
4.2
3.3
3.8
9.0
2.4
3.2
9.0
9.9
7.3
9.0
10.0
6.7
8.4
4.8
10.0
3.5
5.2
5.0
6.5
4.2
2.6
-
-
-
4.0
7.3
0.1
4.6
0.0
-
-
0.0
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
3.1
0.0
10.0
1.3
1.0
-
-
-
0.0
-
0.0
0.0
0.0
117/162162/162
4.25
2.176.34
RANKING 160/162MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICAYEMEN, REPUBLIC OF
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
371
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of Law
Procedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and Safety
HomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovement
Freedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious Freedom
Freedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and Information
Press KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
5.43 4.71 4.78 4.81 4.63 4.254.20
90
114
138
162
146
153 152155 155
158 160
YEMEN, REPUBLIC OF | MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA
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5.436.124.734.0
---
6.88.15.66.73.35.00.05.05.85.8
--
5.67.55.07.14.24.25.45.89.61.01.8
10.06.73.30.0
-0.00.0
-
4.716.193.234.0
---
4.97.72.54.61.70.05.00.0
----------
3.00.09.21.01.8---
1.3-
2.50.0
-
4.786.173.383.3
---
4.37.41.04.61.70.05.00.0
----------
5.910.09.61.72.3
---
1.3-
2.50.0
-
4.816.333.303.3
---
4.67.31.94.61.70.05.00.0
----------
6.210.010.02.02.8
---
0.0-
0.00.00.0
4.636.742.523.3
---
4.07.30.04.60.0
--
0.0----------
4.22.410.02.02.3
---
0.0-
0.00.00.0
4.206.072.343.2
---
4.07.30.04.60.0
--
0.0----------
3.20.010.01.31.5---
0.0-
0.00.00.0
4.256.342.172.6
---
4.07.30.14.60.0
--
0.0----------
3.10.010.01.31.0---
0.0-
0.00.00.0
372
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100 2 4 6 8 10
6.1
4.8
10.0
4.0
5.5
5.3
4.0
3.8
5.6
8.3
6.7
3.5
5.9
4.5
5.7
8.3
8.1
8.6
6.4
10.0
7.0
5.3
3.9
10.0
8.7
6.4
7.5
5.5
6.2
4.1
3.3
4.9
4.2
8.3
7.9
9.5
7.5
5.0
0.0
10.0
5.0
7.3
-
8.3
6.3
-
-
-
-
-
-
6.8
10.0
9.4
3.7
4.0
-
-
-
4.2
10.0
2.5
0.0
-
97/162123/162
6.31
6.016.61
RANKING 116/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAZAMBIA
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
373
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520145
6
7
8
6.65 6.62 6.72 6.99 6.88 6.33 6.43 6.316.70
60
94
128
162
95 96 95
7580
100
117 113 116
ZAMBIA | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
6.657.156.154.44.84.63.78.27.9
10.06.78.35.010.010.07.75.810.07.34.35.05.04.22.94.27.2
10.010.03.33.86.76.710.02.5
-0.05.0
-
6.627.136.114.44.84.63.78.17.6
10.06.78.310.05.010.07.65.89.47.44.35.05.04.22.94.27.3
10.010.03.73.86.76.710.02.5
-0.05.0
-
6.727.356.094.44.84.63.78.17.6
10.06.78.35.010.010.07.25.89.06.84.35.05.04.22.94.27.3
10.010.03.74.36.76.710.02.5
-0.05.0
-
6.997.346.644.44.84.63.78.97.6
10.09.26.710.05.05.07.77.59.36.37.87.57.57.56.310.07.2
10.010.03.74.57.57.57.53.8
-2.55.0
-
6.887.196.584.13.94.73.58.97.6
10.09.26.710.05.05.07.97.59.07.37.87.57.57.56.310.07.3
10.010.04.34.07.57.57.53.8
-2.55.0
-
6.706.956.444.13.94.73.58.27.79.57.56.710.05.05.07.77.59.16.78.37.57.57.56.310.07.2
10.010.04.04.07.57.57.53.8
-2.55.0
-
6.336.995.674.03.44.73.88.37.99.57.55.00.010.05.07.7-
8.66.8
------
6.910.010.04.03.8
---
1.3-
2.50.0
-
6.436.746.134.23.55.04.28.37.99.57.55.00.010.05.07.9-
8.96.8
------
7.010.010.03.74.3
---
4.210.02.50.0
-
6.316.616.014.13.34.94.28.37.99.57.55.00.010.05.07.3-
8.36.3
------
6.810.09.43.74.0
---
4.210.02.50.0
-
374
Rule of Law
Procedural Justice
Civil Justice
Criminal Justice
Security and Safety
Homicide
Disappearance, Conflict, Terrorism
Women Security, Safety
Movement
Freedom of Domestic Movement
Freedom of Foreign Movement
Women’s Freedom of Movement
Religious Freedom
Freedom to Est. & Operate Rel. Org.
Harassment and Physical Hostilities
Legal and Regulatory Restrictions
Assoc., Assembly and Civil Society
Freedom of Association
Assembly and Demonstration
Est. & Operate Political Parties
Est. & Operate Professional Org.
Est. & Operate Edu., Sports & Cultural
Expression and Information
Press Killed
Press Jailed
Laws and Reg. That Influence Media
Political Pressure, Control Media
Access to Cable and Satellite
Freedom of Access to Frgn. Info.
State Control over Internet Access
Identity and Relationships
Legal Gender
Parental Rights
Same-Sex Relationships
Divorce
Size of Government
Government Consumption
Transfers and Subsidies
Government Enterprises
Top Marginal Tax Rate
Legal System and Prop. Rights
Judicial Independence
Impartial Courts
Protection of Property Rights
Military Interference
Integrity of the Legal System
Legal Enforcement of Contracts
Regulatory Restrictions
Reliability of Police
Business Cost of Crime
Sound Money
Money Growth
Standard Deviation of Inflation
Inflation: Most Recent Year
Freedom to Own Frgn. Currency
Freedom to Trade Int’l
Tari�s
Regulatory Trade Barriers
Black-Market Exchange Rates
Movement of Capital and People
Regulation
Credit Market Regulations
Labor Market Regulations
Business Regulations
ECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Score 0―10
Ranking Ranking
0.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
0 2 4 6 8 100.00 1.25 2.50 3.75 5.00 6.25 7.50 8.75 10.00
6.1
4.6
10.0
6.0
4.0
3.8
3.3
3.3
2.6
3.3
5.0
2.4
6.8
4.1
5.7
8.3
9.4
9.1
9.7
5.0
5.6
4.8
3.3
10.0
4.1
6.5
9.1
6.1
4.4
3.5
2.4
4.3
3.8
7.6
7.3
8.0
7.5
5.0
0.0
5.0
10.0
6.4
2.5
9.3
7.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
6.7
10.0
10.0
2.0
3.8
-
-
7.5
3.3
0.0
5.0
5.0
-
127/162148/162
5.62
5.176.06
RANKING 143/162SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAZIMBABWE
HUMAN FREEDOM
PERSONAL FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOM
375
HUMAN FREEDOMECONOMIC FREEDOMPERSONAL FREEDOM
Rule of LawProcedural JusticeCivil JusticeCriminal JusticeSecurity and SafetyHomicideDisappearance, Conflict, TerrorismWomen Security, SafetyMovementFreedom of Domestic MovementFreedom of Foreign MovementWomen’s Freedom of MovementReligious FreedomFreedom to Establish Religious Org.Harassment and Physical HostilitiesLegal and Regulatory RestrictionsAssoc., Assembly and Civil SocietyFreedom of AssociationAssembly and DemonstrationEst. & Operate Political PartiesEst. & Operate Professional OrganizationsEst. & Operate Edu., Sporting and Cultural Expression and InformationPress KilledPress JailedLaws and Reg. That Influence MediaPolitical Pressure, Control MediaAccess to Cable and SatelliteFreedom of Access to Frgn. Info.State Control over Internet Access
Identity and RelationshipsLegal GenderParental RightsSame-Sex RelationshipsDivorce
Human Freedom Ranking over Time
201120092008 2010 2012 2013 2015 20162014
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 20162008 2014
Human Freedom Score over TimeWorld Avg. Regional Avg.
2008 20102009 2011 2012 2013 2016201520143
4
5
6
8
7
4.94 4.93 4.91 5.05 5.08 5.35 5.47 5.58 5.62
90
114
138
162
140 141
153148 147 146 145
142 143
ZIMBABWE | SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
4.944.555.323.72.74.04.37.48.06.28.21.70.00.05.08.28.38.77.64.45.05.02.52.57.1
6.010.010.00.32.06.73.310.05.0
-5.05.0
-
4.934.505.363.72.74.04.37.58.06.38.21.70.00.05.08.38.39.07.74.45.05.02.52.57.16.210.010.01.02.56.73.310.05.0
-5.05.0
-
4.914.465.363.72.74.04.37.58.06.58.21.70.00.05.08.08.38.57.34.45.05.02.52.57.16.310.010.01.72.86.73.310.05.0
-5.05.0
-
5.054.935.173.72.74.04.37.47.37.57.51.70.00.05.06.73.88.97.63.85.05.02.52.53.86.710.010.01.72.87.57.57.55.0
-5.05.0
-
5.085.065.113.32.24.03.67.47.37.57.51.70.00.05.07.13.89.38.13.85.05.02.52.53.86.810.010.01.73.57.57.57.55.0
-5.05.0
-
5.355.305.403.32.24.03.67.67.37.97.53.30.00.010.07.03.89.67.64.65.05.02.52.53.86.910.010.02.03.87.57.57.55.0
-5.05.0
-
5.475.635.313.42.04.53.67.67.38.07.55.00.05.010.06.32.58.67.82.52.52.52.52.52.56.810.010.02.34.3
--
7.55.0
-5.05.0
-
5.586.015.163.52.24.63.67.67.38.07.55.00.05.010.06.42.59.47.32.52.52.52.52.52.56.710.010.02.03.8
--
7.53.30.05.05.0
-
5.626.065.173.52.44.33.87.67.38.07.55.00.05.010.06.42.59.37.52.52.52.52.52.52.56.710.010.02.03.8
--
7.53.30.05.05.0
-