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A new and very interesting global safety ranking has emerged regarding safe travel, peace, low crime rates and better health systems around the world. This new list of the world’s safest countries released by Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection (BHTP) has attracted everyone’s attention at the international level. In this latest annual list, the North American country Canada has secured the first position, leaving behind all the giants. On the other hand, America, which is called the world’s superpower, has not been able to find a place in the top-10 list this time, which has sparked a new debate among geopolitical and travel analysts. This report has been prepared keeping in mind the parameters related to passenger experience, safety from violent crimes, terrorism free environment, transportation safety and health.
Canada wins and jumps to global ranking
Canada has performed brilliantly in this new ranking and has directly achieved the first position. Canada has improved its position tremendously compared to the last few editions. According to the report, Canada has received the highest marks for safety for women, minorities and LGBTQ+ travelers. Moreover, its low rate of violent crime and excellent health services have made it one of the most trusted countries for tourists and expatriates around the world. Canada reaching the top is proof that countries with strict laws and social harmony remain the first choice for tourists.
Who are included in the list of top-10 countries?
After Canada, other safest countries of the world have also registered their strong presence in this prestigious ranking. New Zealand occupies the second position in the list, which is known for its natural beauty as well as peaceful environment. After this, Australia has managed to make its place at third place and Iceland at fourth place. Japan, representing Asian countries, has secured the fifth position, which is famous across the world for its disciplined lifestyle and low crime rate. After this, the dominance of European countries is seen, in which Austria stood at sixth position, Ireland at seventh, Netherlands at eighth and Denmark at ninth position. Portugal has completed its journey by staying at tenth place in this list.
Why did America have to be out of the top-10?
Despite being the world’s largest superpower and economically prosperous country, America’s not being included in the top ten countries of this prestigious list has become a big topic of discussion. Analysts believe that gun violence within the US, some concerns related to public safety and increasing crime figures in big cities have affected its ranking. Although the US is a powerful nation, it has lagged behind many European and Asian countries on international security and set standards of personal travel, due to which it missed the top spot in the list.
Criteria on parameters like health and transport safety
Before declaring any country safe, its internal security is closely evaluated on many stringent parameters. In preparing this index, data from Global Peace Index, Numbeo Data, GeoSure Global and World Health Organization (WHO) has been made the basis. In this it is mainly seen how low is the risk of terrorism in the country, how modern and safe is the transportation system there, and how fast are health services available in emergency situations. This final list of countries is prepared only after meeting all these stringent standards.