THE MOST PEACEFUL COUNTRIES TO LIVE IN

JAPAN

Japan is the only Asian country that is ranked in the top 10

most peaceful countries index. The country hasn’t been

involved in any war during the past several decades, never

has riots, political stability and has low crime rates, and the

government protects human rights and provides public

security through a relatively small number of police officers.

CANADA

Canada is known for having some of the most peaceful and

friendly citizens, and their nation is considered one of the

most welcoming and open-minded in the world.

FINLAND

Finland lacks a combative nature and is considered one of the

most peaceful and liveable countries in the world. Additionally,

its military involvement over the past few years has only

been related to UN peacekeeping missions.

SWITZERLAND

Switzerland has earned its reputation as a safe, peaceful and

neutral nation with very low crime rates.

NEW ZEALAND

New Zealand continues to receive top scores for criteria such

as respect for human rights, thanks to its relatively violence-free

demonstrations and its low homicide rate. In an age when

economic and political unrest is making itself felt throughout

Europe and the US, New Zealand appears to be an ideal

destination.

AUSTRIA

Austria is considered one of the best countries, if not the best,

on the planet. It also helps that it is a very peaceful country and

freedom of speech is highly valued and protected by

the government.

DENMARK

Copenhagen is the capital of one of the world’s most peaceful

countries. For the record, Denmark has been ranked number

two on the Global Peace Index out of 162 countries

three years in a row.

ICELAND

Iceland is one of the very few countries that doesn’t have a

standing army (since 1869, to be specific), even though it is

an active member of NATO. According to the Global Peace Index,

Iceland is the most peaceful country in the world, thanks to

its lack of any armed forces, a low crime rate, and a high

level of socio-political stability.