Global Peace Overview
Global peacefulness declines slightly, continuing a nine-year trend of deterioration.
10. Switzerland
Switzerland makes its debut among the top ten, balancing high weapon exports with peace.
9. Japan
Japan rises in rank, highlighting its safety and security despite regional defense concerns.
8. Slovenia
Slovenia, Central Europe's peaceful haven, slips slightly but remains in the top ten.
7. Portugal
Portugal's steady peace position is bolstered by its low militarisation and European ranking.
6. Singapore
Singapore ascends sharply, leading in safety and conflict management despite high military spending.
5. Austria
Austria maintains its peaceful stance, excelling across all domains with low violence costs.
4. New Zealand
New Zealand, top in Asia-Pacific, improves in peace indicators but faces economic cost challenges.
3. Ireland
Ireland holds strong with minimal economic violence costs and a non-NATO military strategy.
2. Denmark
Denmark rises with low violence costs, preparing for increased military spending amidst peace.
1. Iceland
Iceland leads for the 17th year, excelling in safety despite slight peace score declines.