Singapore has been named the safest country in Asia in the 2025 Global Peace Index, ranking sixth globally. Meanwhile, India maintains its position at 115th with no change from the previous year.
Global Peace Index 2025 Overview
The Global Peace Index ranks countries based on indicators like societal safety, ongoing conflicts, and militarization. Lower scores indicate higher peace levels. In 2025:
- Singapore: Scored 1.357 (up from 1.339 in 2024).
- Iceland: Remains the most peaceful country with a score of 1.095.
- India: Holds the 115th position with a score of 2.229.
Asia’s Top 10 Peaceful Countries in 2025
- Singapore – 1.357
- Japan – 1.440
- Malaysia – 1.469
- Bhutan – 1.536
- Mongolia – 1.719
- Vietnam – 1.721
- Taiwan – 1.730
- South Korea – 1.736
- Timor-Leste – 1.758
- Laos – 1.783
Top 10 Most Peaceful Countries Globally
- Iceland – 1.095
- Ireland – 1.260
- New Zealand – 1.282
- Austria – 1.294
- Switzerland – 1.294
- Singapore – 1.357
- Portugal – 1.371
- Denmark – 1.393
- Slovenia – 1.409
- Finland – 1.420
India’s Position in the Index
India maintains its 115th position with a score of 2.229 in the 2025 Global Peace Index. Factors affecting this ranking include ongoing security challenges, border tensions, urban safety issues, and law enforcement effectiveness.
Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams
- Singapore secures the top spot as Asia’s safest country in the 2025 Global Peace Index.
- India remains at 115th place globally, facing security and governance challenges.
- The Global Peace Index ranks countries based on indicators like societal safety, conflicts, and militarization.
- Lower scores in the Index indicate higher levels of peace and stability.
