Perceptions of State Capacity: Benchmarking Administrative Institutions across Federal States in Mexico

Key Points

• This study reveals varying levels of state capacity across Mexican federal states, indicating differing governance effectiveness.
• Key evidence shows significant disparities in administrative institutions, impacting social and economic outcomes.
• Benchmarking methodology was applied to assess governance quality across various federal states in Mexico.
• Improved understanding of state capacity may inform policy decisions, highlighting areas needing reform.