Bulgaria and Hungary Lag in EU Rule of Law Rankings

According to “Politico,” Bulgaria and Hungary rank lowest among European Union countries in the Rule of Law Index, based on the forthcoming annual global report from the World Justice Project (WJP). The index evaluates adherence to legal principles and governance standards worldwide, and the results for 2025 reveal concerning trends across Europe.

The report highlights that over two-thirds of EU member states have experienced a decline in rule of law standards, with Slovakia and Hungary recording the most significant setbacks....