The Safest Countries in the World
The Global Peace Index (GPI) is a crucial tool in understanding the relative level of peace in countries around the globe. It assesses nations based on various factors, including societal safety and security, ongoing domestic and international conflict, and the degree of militarization. This overview highlights the safest countries in the world as per their GPI rankings.
List of the Safest Countries in the World
| Rank | Country | GPI |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iceland | 1.124 |
| 2 | Denmark | 1.31 |
| 3 | Ireland | 1.312 |
| 4 | New Zealand | 1.313 |
| 5 | Austria | 1.316 |
| 6 | Singapore | 1.332 |
| 7 | Portugal | 1.333 |
| 8 | Slovenia | 1.334 |
| 9 | Japan | 1.336 |
| 10 | Switzerland | 1.339 |
| 11 | Canada | 1.35 |
| 12 | Czech Republic | 1.379 |
| 13 | Finland | 1.399 |
| 14 | Croatia | 1.45 |
| 15 | Germany | 1.456 |
| 16 | Netherlands | 1.49 |
| 17 | Bhutan | 1.496 |
| 18 | Hungary | 1.508 |
| 19 | Malaysia | 1.513 |
| 20 | Belgium | 1.523 |
| 21 | Qatar | 1.524 |
| 22 | Australia | 1.525 |
| 23 | Mauritius | 1.546 |
| 24 | Norway | 1.55 |
| 25 | Estonia | 1.563 |
| 26 | Slovakia | 1.578 |
| 27 | Latvia | 1.582 |
| 28 | Sweden | 1.625 |
| 29 | Poland | 1.634 |
| 30 | Bulgaria | 1.643 |
| 31 | Spain | 1.649 |
| 32 | Taiwan | 1.649 |
| 33 | Romania | 1.649 |
| 35 | Italy | 1.662 |
| 36 | Kuwait | 1.669 |
| 37 | Lithuania | 1.671 |
| 38 | United Kingdom | 1.693 |
| 39 | North Macedonia | 1.713 |
| 40 | Costa Rica | 1.731 |
| 41 | Vietnam | 1.745 |
| 42 | Albania | 1.745 |
| 43 | Botswana | 1.762 |
| 44 | South Korea | 1.763 |
| 45 | Mongolia | 1.765 |
| 46 | Montenegro | 1.772 |
| 47 | Laos | 1.779 |
| 48 | Sierra Leone | 1.792 |
| 49 | Oman | 1.794 |
| 50 | Timor-Leste | 1.796 |
| 51 | Uruguay | 1.798 |
| 52 | Ghana | 1.799 |
| 53 | Senegal | 1.827 |
| 54 | Indonesia | 1.829 |
| 55 | Argentina | 1.837 |
| 56 | Madagascar | 1.846 |
| 57 | Namibia | 1.859 |
| 58 | Moldova | 1.873 |
| 59 | Chile | 1.874 |
| 60 | Gambia | 1.888 |
| 61 | Greece | 1.89 |
| 62 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 1.892 |
| 63 | Jordan | 1.895 |
| 64 | Zambia | 1.898 |
| 65 | Cyprus | 1.904 |
| 66 | Serbia | 1.921 |
| 67 | Armenia | 1.929 |
| 68 | France | 1.939 |
| 69 | Paraguay | 1.942 |
| 70 | Panama | 1.942 |
| 71 | Liberia | 1.946 |
| 72 | Trinidad and Tobago | 1.946 |
| 73 | Cambodia | 1.947 |
| 74 | Malawi | 1.97 |
| 75 | United Arab Emirates | 1.979 |
| 76 | Kazakhstan | 1.98 |
| 77 | Jamaica | 1.986 |
| 78 | Bolivia | 2.001 |
| 79 | Nepal | 2.006 |
| 80 | China | 2.009 |
| 81 | Tunisia | 2.01 |
| 82 | Equatorial Guinea | 2.013 |
| 83 | Dominican Republic | 2.019 |
| 84 | Morocco | 2.02 |
| 85 | Angola | 2.02 |
| 86 | Uzbekistan | 2.033 |
| 87 | Guinea-Bissau | 2.045 |
| 88 | Bangladesh | 2.051 |
| 89 | Rwanda | 2.051 |
| 90 | Ivory Coast | 2.053 |
| 91 | Tanzania | 2.058 |
| 92 | Thailand | 2.061 |
| 93 | Gabon | 2.068 |
| 94 | Georgia | 2.071 |
| 95 | Azerbaijan | 2.09 |
| 96 | Algeria | 2.094 |
| 97 | Ecuador | 2.095 |
| 98 | Papua New Guinea | 2.095 |
| 99 | Cuba | 2.103 |
| 100 | Turkmenistan | 2.11 |
Top 10 Safest Countries
- Iceland (GPI: 1.124): Iceland consistently ranks as the safest country, known for its low crime rate and stable society.
- Denmark (GPI: 1.31): Denmark’s high safety standards and peaceful society place it second.
- Ireland (GPI: 1.312): Ireland is renowned for its friendly population and low levels of violent crime.
- New Zealand (GPI: 1.313): Known for its political stability and respect for human rights, New Zealand is a safe haven.
- Austria (GPI: 1.316): Austria boasts a high standard of living and low crime rates.
- Singapore (GPI: 1.332): Singapore’s strict laws and effective governance contribute to its safety.
- Portugal (GPI: 1.333): Portugal is celebrated for its peaceful and welcoming nature.
- Slovenia (GPI: 1.334): Slovenia’s small size contributes to its cohesive and safe community.
- Japan (GPI: 1.336): Japan is known for its low crime rate and societal harmony.
- Switzerland (GPI: 1.339): Switzerland’s neutrality and high quality of life make it one of the safest countries.
Other Notably Safe Countries
- Canada (GPI: 1.35): Canada is known for its politeness and multicultural, inclusive society.
- Czech Republic (GPI: 1.379) and Finland (GPI: 1.399): Both countries are known for their high living standards and effective law enforcement.
- Germany (GPI: 1.456): Germany’s strong economy and social security systems contribute to its safety.
Safety in Diverse Regions
- Bhutan (GPI: 1.496): Bhutan’s unique approach to national happiness contributes to its peaceful status.
- Malaysia (GPI: 1.513): Malaysia’s multicultural society coexists peacefully, making it a safe destination in Southeast Asia.
- Australia (GPI: 1.525): Australia’s laid-back lifestyle and effective governance ensure its place as a safe country.
The GPI rankings of these countries reflect their commitment to maintaining peace, safety, and security. These nations not only offer a high quality of life to their citizens but also set examples for others to follow in creating a peaceful global society.
The data and rankings provided in this text are sourced from the Global Peace Index 2023 report, available at Vision of Humanity.
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