Freedom in the World 2026: The Growing Shadow of Autocracy

Country: World Source: Freedom House Please refer to the attached file. Global freedom declined for the 20th consecutive year in 2025. But even in this especially challenging moment, there are reasons for optimism. Key Findings Global freedom declined for the 20th consecutive year in 2025. A total of 54 countries experienced deterioration in their political rights and civil liberties during the year, while only 35 countries registered improvements. Guinea-Bissau, Tanzania, Burkina Faso, Madagasc