The Economist Country of the Year

In 2013, The Economist began awarding a 'Country of the Year' in its annual Christmas special editions. Selected by the magazine, this award recognises the country that was 'most improved' over the preceding year. Can you name them all?
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Year
Country of the Year
The Economist's reason
2025
Syria
For a stabilising post-Assad transition
2024
Bangladesh
For overthrowing Sheikh Hasina and transitioning "towards a more liberal government"
2023
Greece
For economic reforms and political stability
2022
Ukraine
For resisting an invasion
2021
Italy
For economic reforms and effective COVID-19 vaccination program
2020
Malawi
For increased democratisation as part of it's presidential election
2019
Uzbekistan
For economic and political reforms
2018
Armenia
For opposing "corruption and incompetence" through a revolution
2017
France
For supporting "open society" with the election and first calendar year of the Presidency of Emmanuel Macron
2016
Colombia
For reaching a peace agreement
2015
Myanmar
For political and economic liberalisation
2014
Tunisia
For a peaceful transition of power amidst the Arab Winter
2013
Uruguay
For legalising recreational marijuana and same-sex marriage
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