Which are the safest countries in the world in 2025?
As global tensions rise with wars, border security concerns, and trade disputes, some nations stand out as beacons of peace. The 2025 Global Peace Index (GPI) from the Institute for Economics & Peace ranks countries based on various indicators such as external conflicts and military expenditure. Despite the challenges of 2025, these five nations have emerged as the world's safest places: Iceland, Ireland, New Zealand, Austria and Singapore.