Taipei, Taiwan — February 11, 2026
Transparency International has released the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), ranking Taiwan 24th out of 182 countries and territories worldwide, marking the country’s best performance since the index began.
Taiwan’s score rose to 68 out of 100, up from 67 last year, while its global ranking improved from 25th to 24th. The result places Taiwan firmly among the world’s top performers in public sector integrity and reflects a steady upward trend over recent years, signaling continued international confidence in the country’s governance standards.
Global Recognition of Governance Progress
The Agency Against Corruption noted that the CPI is one of the most authoritative and widely cited indicators for measuring perceived corruption in the public sector. The index assesses expert and business perceptions of corruption, particularly in government operations and interactions between the public and private sectors. Higher scores indicate lower perceived levels of corruption.
Officials said Taiwan’s improved standing demonstrates sustained progress in strengthening transparency, accountability, and ethical governance across public institutions.
Emphasis on Clean and Accountable Governance
Since taking office, President Lai has consistently highlighted clean governance, diligence, and democratic accountability as core principles of public administration. Authorities say these efforts have helped position Taiwan as a reliable and responsible member of the international community.
Premier Cho Jung-tai emphasized that integrity-based governance is a foundational element of a healthy democracy. He added that cooperation between government agencies and the private sector is essential to showcasing Taiwan’s values of freedom, democracy, rule of law, openness, and transparency to the world.
Minister of Justice Cheng Ming-chien also stressed the importance of embedding integrity into institutional culture, describing clean governance as a form of national strength that enhances Taiwan’s global engagement.
Commitment to International Anti-Corruption Standards
To further demonstrate its commitment to transparency and accountability, Taiwan plans to participate in international anti-corruption initiatives aligned with the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC). The Minister of Justice and the head of the Agency Against Corruption are set to endorse the UNCAC Review Transparency Pledge, promoted by the UNCAC Coalition.
The move underscores Taiwan’s determination to strengthen transparency in review processes and encourage greater public participation, reinforcing integrity as a shared and enduring value across society.
Officials said the latest CPI results not only recognize Taiwan’s achievements to date but also reflect a broader social consensus that clean governance remains a cornerstone of the nation’s democratic development.