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Hong Kong Holds 24th in Rule of Law Index as Global Declines Persist

Hong Kong retained 24th place in the 2026 global rule-of-law ranking, a closely watched indicator for legal and investment confidence.

By TLA AI Editor3 min read

Hong Kong, 26 October 2026 – Hong Kong ranked 24th among 143 countries and jurisdictions in the 2026 World Justice Project Rule of Law Index, unchanged from the previous edition, and sixth in East Asia and the Pacific. The index measures eight areas including regulatory enforcement, corruption controls, fundamental rights, civil justice and criminal justice.

The result matters to Asian businesses and investors because predictable regulation, enforceable contracts and credible dispute resolution affect financing costs and long-term capital allocation. Hong Kong’s ranking is confirmed, but an index is a comparative indicator rather than a complete assessment of any individual transaction or legal risk. Companies still need sector-specific due diligence and current legal advice.

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