China: Civil liberties

The latest value from 2025 is 6 points, unchanged from 6 points in 2024. In comparison, the world average is 3 points, based on data from 193 countries. Historically, the average for China from 1972 to 2025 is 6 points. The minimum value, 6 points, was reached in 1977 while the maximum of 7 points was recorded in 1972. See the global rankings for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

Definition: The Civil Liberties index from the Freedom House evaluate the following: freedom of expression and belief, associational and organizational rights, rule of law, and personal autonomy and individual rights. The rating ranges from 1 (strong liberties) to 7 (no liberties).