The World Justice Project (WJP) released its 2026 Rule of Law Index, placing Hong Kong 24th globally. The city’s performance remains mixed; while it continues to be recognized for its stability and low levels of corruption, it has experienced a minor decline in the categories of fundamental rights and criminal justice.

According to the data, Hong Kong remains within the top 10 globally for the "absence of corruption" and "order and security" metrics. Notably, the city improved its standing in the order and security category, rising to seventh place. These positive indicators contrast with the broader findings of the WJP, which reported that the rule of law has continued to decline globally for the ninth consecutive year, though the rate of this erosion has slowed compared to previous periods. The report highlights that 62 percent of the countries surveyed experienced a decline in their overall rule of law scores this year.