THE HAPPIEST COUNTRIES IN THE WORLD
Added on: 29th Apr 2016
PANAMA
(SCORE: 6.786)
Boasting one of the largest and fastest growing economies in
Central America, Panama is a country where tourism is an
important contributor to the GDP. Although the country’s
economy has improved significantly, about 25% of the population
still live in poverty. Nevertheless, Panama ranked as the
25th happiest country in the world.
SINGAPORE
(SCORE: 6.798)
With one of the highest per capita incomes and one of the
longest overall life expectancies in the world, Singapore
places high in international rankings with regard to living
standards and economic competitiveness. Excellent
healthcare, education, infrastructure and low unemployment
are among the reasons why Singapore is such a
happy place to live in.
VENEZUELA
(SCORE: 6.810)
Rich in natural resources (particularly oil), Venezuela is among
the most urbanized and developed countries in Latin America.
Although – similarly to its southern neighbour Brazil – the
country has been struggling with some serious problems such
as high crime rate, drug trade etc., the Venezuelans
are still the 23rd happiest nation in the world.
OMAN
(SCORE: 6.853)
Oman is one of just two Arab countries that made it to the list.
Despite not having as rich resources as its neighbours, Oman was
ranked as the world´s most improved nation in terms of
development during the preceding 40 years and is now categorized
as one of the high-income economy countries, which also might
be a reason why the Omani feel happy.
UNITED KINGDOM
(SCORE: 6.867)
Ranked on the top spots in most economy-related statistics, the
United Kingdom is a country with one of the highest living
standards in the world. A major world power with considerable
economic, cultural, scientific, and political influence, it is a
country where – despite the notoriously bad local weather
and cuisine – people seem to live happy lives.
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
(SCORE: 6.901)
With its enormous oil reserves, UAE is a rich Arab country known
for its massive urbanization and opulent structures. Dubai and
Abu Dhabi-capitals of two of its emirates of the same name-rank
among the world´s most luxurious and expensive cities. Despite
being criticized for its human rights record, UAE appears
to be a happy country.
BELGIUM
(SCORE: 6.937)
One of the smallest countries on the list, Belgium is home to the
EU capital and most of its institutions and bodies, making it an
extremely important country. Characterized by a strongly globalized
economy and urbanization (97% of Belgians live in cities), Belgium
also boasts a great infrastructure, education, health and
social system.
IRELAND
(SCORE: 6.940)
Notable for its breath-taking natural beauties, picturesque landscape
and renowned historical sites, Ireland was ranked as the
seventh-most developed country in 2011 and 2013. Doing well
in several other metrics of national performance, including freedom
of the press, economic freedom and civil liberties, Ireland offers
great conditions for a happy life.
LUXEMBOURG
(SCORE: 6.946)
One of the smallest sovereign countries in the world, Luxembourg is
famous for its stable high-income market economy, high
standard of living, low inflation and low unemployment.
Boasting the world´s highest GDP per capita, Luxembourg is a
highly-developed and very safe country, which makes it a
great place to live.
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