The Global Peace Index 2025 has ranked 163 countries based on safety, crime, political stability, and overall peace. Key factors included crime rates, military activity, civil unrest, and access to essential services like healthcare, education, and digital security.
Iceland retains the crown as the safest country since 2008.
Ireland, New Zealand, and Austria complete the top four.
Singapore, Switzerland, Portugal, Denmark, Slovenia, and Finland make up the top ten.
Among Muslim-majority nations, Malaysia leads at 13th.
Pakistan ranks a concerning 144th, while Afghanistan is at 158th, and Russia sits last at 163rd.
Israel ranks 155th and India comes in at 115th.
The list paints a clear picture: safety, governance, and peace vary drastically worldwide. For Pakistan, the low rank is a wake-up call for citizens, policymakers, and travelers alike.