The safest countries in the world are not determined by a set of subjective rules. In fact, these countries are determined and ranked by several factors that are set in place by the Global Peace Index. This index bases its information on 22 factors such as economic balance, how one region relates to another, crime rates and tons of meticulously compiled data that then translates into which countries are the safest in the world.
Countries that would be considered peaceful are often disqualified if neighboring nations or states are at war or having complex issues. A majority of the safest countries are European. According to the World Atlas‘ safest countries in the world list, 18 out of the 25 are in Europe. So, without further ado, here are the safest countries in the world, listed in no particular order.
1. Scandinavian Countries – There Are Five of Them
Scandinavian countries are incredible in the sense that all of them are on the list of the safest. This includes Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. If you also consider Iceland part of Scandinavia and Finland, then five of the safest countries in the world are in one little cluster.
It makes sense. Each of these countries has a higher than average income, incredibly low crime rates, excellent economic opportunities, and healthcare for all citizens.
2. Qatar
The Middle East is safer than you might expect, but Qatar enjoys a relatively excellent amount of safety and enjoyability for living or visiting. in 2018, Qatar is considered an optimal travel destination for nearly anyone. You only need to be aware of basic cultural norms.
Knowing some Arabic might help you, but dialect variation can make that difficult. Qatar is one of the safest countries in the world because of its wealth and tourism, but it also has strict laws. There are a plenty of cultural and religious sites within the country too.
3. Singapore
The luxury of Singapore is not lost on the world. Singapore has strict laws and police reliability that makes it incredibly safe. Terrorism and homicide rates are so low that they may as well not be mentioned. In Singapore, you can enjoy incredible food, shopping, entertainment, museums, incredible architecture and so much more.
It is no wonder that Singapore Airlines is also ranked as the top airline of choice for international flights globally. With a taste for luxury and safety, Singapore does not disappoint as one of the safest countries in the world.
4. Hong Kong
Hong Kong may be massive and bustling with life, but it is still one of the safest countries in the world. The biggest issue that anyone faces when living in or visiting Hong Kong is the rate of counterfeit currencies. This is why most shops and businesses only accept smaller bills.
Be sure that you are trading your currency at a legitimate foreign-exchange center, and keep your money close to you so that there are no mistakes. Hong Kong is also polluted, but it is still quite the experience. You can wander the streets full of colorful shops or enjoy traditional food. Museums are plentiful, and people here are typically friendly. It is also home to Disney Hong Kong.
5. Austria
Another European country to add to the list of safest countries in the world. Austria is a top destination not only for the breathtaking castles that dot the picturesque landscape but also because international tourism is a large portion of the country’s GDP.
Austria has all of the reasons in the world to protect its tourism industry. As a result of this, it is quite safe and comfortable to visit. There is a lot of walking and nature involved, but Vienna is a city with a more musical atmosphere and tons of entertainment.
6. Canada
Canada made the list because it is truly one of the most breathtaking places to visit for the wide-open expanse of nature, but it is incredibly safe as well. There’s more of a cultural focus in Canada related to native populations throughout the country.
Whether you are interested in going north to explore the wilderness, or staying within cities, you have tons of options. Canada is clean, friendly and embraces international tourism. Montreal, Vancouver, and Toronto are the top destinations.
7. Japan
Japan is an expensive country to visit, but it is one of the safest places to go. Tourists often remark that they have never felt safer. On mass transit, you can expect quiet and respect of your personal space even when trains or buses are crowded.
Japanese people value respect and urban solitude. You can experience the bustling streets of Tokyo and Shibuya districts, but you can find quiet in Kyoto and temples as well. Japan is relatively small, but you aren’t likely to run out of fulfilling adventures while visiting one of the safest countries in the world.
Putting It All Together
When you think of the safest countries in the world, you probably think about your home country first, but this is a subjective reaction. The safest countries are great for travel, living, raising a family, working and more governmental factors such as trade and world economics.
If you are considering any of the above, then the top safest countries in the world will help you narrow down choices. These countries are subject to change on a yearly basis, but certain countries remain at the top of the list for years.
Education opportunities, social welfare, criminal justice and low military impact all play a role in what makes these countries so safe to live in and visit. These factors are subject to change, but the government of a nation goes a long way in determining its safety as well.
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＃2 picture is not anywhere in Taiwan.
That’s because it’s New York City!
#2 Photo is of the capital of Taiwan, Taipei. The tall building is call Taipei 101, formerly known as the Taipei World Financial Center. 101 floors tall.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taipei_101
Ellen is correct! Taipei 101 is now the second tallest building in the world (tallest in East Asia).
OP is a idiot. It’s Taipei.
Really?!Taipei is No.2!! I am so preasure to hear that.
and, Taiwan isn’t belongs to China. Taiwan is a country!!
Plz searching in ur laptop,and then make a conclusion. U r the people from TW?
@Ching-Yuan Yeh, Taipei 101 is the second tallest building in the world?
I’m pretty sure the Shanghai Tower is taller.
The Shanghai tower is by the way the tallest building in East Asia (not counting the Sky City Tower in Changsha that is still under construction)
Taipei 101 is “only” 509m tall.
Taipei of Taiwan
It’s Taiwan. Omg u don’t know Taipei 101? Seriously??
I laughed so hard……… im a Taipeier
It’s not New York City. It’s the skyline view of Taipei, the capital city of Taiwan.
It’s not NYC
It’s our capital Taipei!
Yes it’s….101 building is there.
picture 2 is definatly TAIPEI bro . the taipei 101 with old building construction , it’s taipei .
Of course it’s from Taiwan. That’s Taipei 101…
That is Taipei city, for sure.
It is Taiwan，I live here now.
How can I move there? Im just an industrial worker ready to get out of greedy America and all it’s corrupt politics.
#2 picture IS the capital of Taiwan. The tallest building in the picture is Taipei 101.
Look up Taipei 101. I was just there last summer.
Of course it is… Taipei, Taiwan. That is Taipei 101 building in the center.
It is! It is Taipei city where you see in the middle is Tower Taipei 101
Of course it is, it’s Taipei 101 Tower.
What do you mean it’s not Taiwan?
Seriously, #2 is not anywhere is Taiwan? You just made me laugh SO hard
At least Google it before you make a comment like this, JJ.
COme to Taiwan . That is the 101 and the district around it .
It’s Taipei dude…
No, the picture is taken in Taipei.the tall tower is 101
I live here NOW,hundred percent it is TAIWAN!!
It is somewhere around Taipei city, absolutely in Taiwan, JJ.
Yes it is. It is a view from the elephant mt. In taipei
Yes it is, that’s Taipie 101 in the picture.
It Taipei 101 fool
It is in Taipei. Taipei is a basin, similar to Mexico City. This skyscraper is called Taipei 101. It was the tallest building in the world before the Burj Khalifa in Dubai opened in 2011.
Taiwan is not a country, but still an amazing place
How on earth you think Taiwan is not a country ! They have their own currency, army,government …and many more . Jeffrey ,you must be from China ! And be realistic, Taiwan doesn’t belong to China!
+1
And thank you!!!!
Hongkong has all the above too, it still belongs to China. These things don’t mean shiit, when the region isn’t nationally recognized. US doesn’t recognize it as a country, UN doesn’t, EU doesn’t, even your own government cant even say you are a country, thats why you know that are definitely not a country lol.
exactly! and Chinese people can’t go there without a visa or vice versa. of course it’s a country in every sense of the word. the official name of the country is Republic of China, actually, and the country we commonly know as “China” is really the People’s Republic of China. when the communists overthrew the country 65 or so years ago, the existing government retreated to Taiwan and the communists never won that territory. in fact, Taiwan had claimed ownership of China for years afterwards as the PRC still baselessly claims ownership of Taiwan. Taiwan is what’s left of the old China and what the PRC refers to as “the mainland” is a new country occupying territory that used to belong to RoC. although the PRC is considered to be a “developing country,” it is nonetheless a world superpower and it uses it’s substantial power and influence in its ongoing political struggle to take over and rule Taiwan. that’s the only reason there are any other countries in the world that refuse to recognize Taiwan as a sovereign nation, which it IS. someday, at some point in the future, the two countries might once again unify, but for now and for the past 65 years, they have been as separate as Ireland is from Northern Ireland, North Korea is from South Korea, and America is from Canada, and Taiwan is all the better country for its long-standing independence from its neighboring giant successor.
Bono,totally agree you.
I cannot believe how well you illustrated our history so eloquently and easily, I myself am a Taiwanese but raised in New Zealand, the way you described my country really brings me to tears and if everyone in the world would take your stance, this cross-strait relationship will never be a problem again.
hahahah This GUY ´´Jeffrey´´ for sure hes from United States XD those fatamericans in general (+80%) are brainwashed ignorants that thinks China its all Asia and Russia are nasis XD lol no wonder why they are under 30th on education and they are being braiwashed with gay propaganda to make them more stvpid.. that NAzi Obama did a great job makeing their people stupid so they can believe all their lies . gj USA to keep weapons for everyone and children to force atheism and ignorance and also to promote drugs and homosexualism to the poor children and thanks to create ISIS to ruin other countries.. well soon EVERYONE will realise that USA is the cancer of the world.
Actually, Taiwan has not been a part of China for 120 years now (1895, when China signed away any legal claim to Taiwan)
Bono, I can’t agree you more
Bono, I thought you were actually doing quite well with your post until your comment about America (USA) and Canada. Lol. They were never one country.
Or one may say, if you are from China that the Chinese people who fled the motherland stole a whole crap load of art from China. Don’t get me wrong, if it stayed, mainland China’s communist ruling party would’ve destroyed. And if you are an aboriginal Taiwan resident, you may think these horrible Chinese people uprooted our calm and peaceful way of life, took our land and chased us to the Highlands. Just a different perspective. I’m Chinese/Hawaiian and a US citizen. Aboriginals were the first Taiwanese. BTW, Hawaiians were not the first occupants of the islands.
Thank you, Catherine !^_^
I’m agree!i am taiwanese.xoxo
Hey man! Are you f__king bozo? You know? I think you are uneducated. Taiwan is a country!! totally different with f__king china
cant agree more bro
Taiwan is a country for sure, but i think u r uneducated when u say f__king china
Hongkong has all the above too, it still belongs to China. These things don’t mean shiit, when the region isn’t internationally recognized. US doesn’t recognize it as a country, UN doesn’t, EU doesn’t, even taiwan government don’t say taiwan is a country, thats when you know it’s definitely not a country lol.
Hong Kong has no choice. China can turn off the tap and Hong Kong will run dry in no time. Hong Kong doesn’t have a standing army, Taiwan does. Taiwan’s government has always insisted their sovereignty, so one cannot say “Taiwan government don’t say Taiwan is a country….” Which country is Taiwan? It is the Republic of China, officially established since Oct. 10th 1911. Not being recognized by the major powers, well, shame on them. Taiwan is most qualified to be a country, more so than South Sudan or East Timor. Even more so than the aspiration of the Palestinian.
There is one China (mainland China + the island of Taiwan), but there are 2 governments running this one China. This is the reality but the world has no guts to admit to it. The world can accept 2 Korea, 2 Vietnam (prior to the fall of Saigon), 2 Germany (prior to their unification) and 2 Yemen (in the old days), why not 2 China?
F**k you the Taiwannes,tell you Taiwanese that chinese don’t like you Taiwanese!china doesn’t need you Taiwan.whatever you want to be. We won’t care.don’t put you Taiwan so important.You Will see that china without Taiwan also can be very nice.
Glad to hear that
Taiwan doesn’t need China, too
@cfc226 Taiwaneses are proud of their virtue of life, culture and history. Being Chinese, you should be proud that Taiwan made the list. But reading your opinion, you seem to be very angry, dare I say jealous of your cousin across the strait. It is people like you expressing in such a derogative way that shows just how backward you still are. No matter how much money you have, you will always be look down as a 3rd world citizen.
Jajaja. Such a stupid idiot! Using all the products from a country which ever f.ck ur as*
Of course Taiwan is not the name of a country. The official name should be Republic of China.
Eh….
I’m Taiwanese. …
I think let’s forget abt so-called ROC…
It’s the reason why people from other countries got confused.
“TAIWAN” is totally enough!!!
Thank you!!!!
too bad what you think does not matter. you can’t change a region’s name by going “I think thats how it should be….”.
Actually,Taiwan is the country that won WW2 and established UN.You should go back school and learn some dude!
Apparently you dont know history.
Lmfao! Plz read some book before u want comment some issues. N I don’t know why u persuade another guy comeback to school, oh , sry I forgot maybe u got F in ur history subj of high school
Ok if anything Amos you are the one who needs an education cause that is not how you talk autocorrect or not.
Actually I feel boring abt this argument now. Because it’s useless ,all of u can’t change the situation between TW n China U have to clear this fact that u r a menial person who can’t change anything in this world. No reply. Thx
Amos I think you need to go back to school not only to educate yourself in history but learn proper English as you sound very uneducated.
Taiwan is a COUNTRY!!!
Taiwan is a country,respect please
Taiwan is an independent country it has nothing to do with China only those who are brain damaged think TAIWAN is not a country.
I’m sure everyone else is brain damaged. Taiwan isn’t recognized internationally foo. Not by UN not by US not by EU. live in the dream boy. live in the dream.
It is not a dream, but a reality. Why Taiwan has to be “recognized” by any other governmentality, but not by the people themselves..That is people’s will, not your narrow perspective, that can decided who they are. I really feel so sorry for you because you are too ignorant to respect a country and its people.
Our Chinese people don’t care whether Taiwan is a independent country or not.please respect the Chinese people.You want to call yourself Taiwanese also ok.but don’t say Chinese bring Taiwanese down,ok?
UN,EU,US?They don’t recognize Taiwan as a country just because they’re afraid of China.What a joke is!HA!We don’t need the recognization of them to be a country.It’s a bully from internation.And thanks for those who have healthy brain.DO NOT come to this “safe country” if u don’t see Taiwan as a country!NEVER!
+ 1 ……Taiwan is a COUNTRY!!!
I have been to Taiwan once 5 years ago. Truly a friendly and lovely place to visit. (I’m from CA)
Taiwan is a country everyone knows by the way are you Chinese ?
Of course taiwan is a country
Maybe you should visit before you write a wrong reply.
Taiwan is a independent country absolutely !!
Of course Taiwan is a country
Pathetic China people. Based on his rationale, United States is part of UK?
@Pathetic Jeffery. I can tell u ,coward, US is a independent country because she won the Revolutionary War in 1783. Ok , now ,let TW n China have a battle without anyone s help. If TW can win the war, chinese will never say unify again. U know what I mean coward?
Amos,I totally agree you.
Coward ! I think china should work together with USA,then kick the guys’ass who always want to separate our china.
Lol everytime any article has anything about Taiwan ppls from both sides of the strait rages like nuts lol lol lol lol
I’m a Taiwanese Canadian who was born in Vancouver but raised in Taiwan and let me tell you something: Taiwan Is probably the safest place you’ve ever been. In Vancouver almost everyday you can smell someone smoking weed and hobos all around downtown Vancouver; In Taiwan? Almost no beggers even in the country sides, and Taiwan has zero tolerance on drugs (Theres a lot of betel nuts though, watch where ur walking) . Oh and also we’re the origin of Bubble Tea (go 台中!).
Spoilers below read at ur own risk
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For those ppl who are from Mainland and commenting bout these one china policy crap, consider where and what you are posting before you actually post it. Personally I hate to see people arguing about these stuff but here’s one thing for people from both sides…
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Seriously, no one besides politicians and activists cares about these thing, especially when article’s topic is about which 10 nations are the most safest to live, am I right?
no offense guys in case I offend anyone~ and please, refrain from bitching about whether Taiwan is a nation or not~
US won her independence with French help. The Statue of Liberty in New York is the outcome of it. And it is the 21st century already, so human being should have learned not to resolve territorial dispute by force.
Short history of Taiwan;
*Formosa was the original name of the island first discovered and named by the Portuguses.
*The island was ruled by the Dutch.
*Ruled by the Japanese and was forced to give back to Chinese under the Nayionalist ruling after WWII,
* National party arrived in Taiwan after communist took over China.
* Nationalist party claim Taiwan as part of China as the party’s intention was to reclaim China.
=> this decision made by Nationalist party is what cause the issue of whether Taiwan should by recognized as a country.
Taiwan has is made up of different cultures.
Taiwan has always stand on its own. When the French attacked Taiwan, China NEVER helped. China never built Taiwan.
Taiwan definitely earned the right to be recognized as an independent country.
Taiwan is definitely a country, doubtless.
Taiwan is a country, of course, that Taiwan had dependent government, dependent military force, dependent people believing in their own country
you get fucking problem ? Taiwan is a country and it’s different with china
Come on Man respect please or you can go back to school
school? They don’t even teach their kids how to poop in toilet but road side or subway, don’t expect their school got any educational function.
Be careful ur words asshole ！who r u en? Stupid freak!
N what’s more u r right. School never teach us to poop in toilet,they just teach us how to take all the shit in ur STUPID mouth!
Amos, you sound very ignorant.
Taiwan is a country.
I’m Taiwanese.
Taiwan is not a country. It is a province of China.
I’m from Taiwan as well.
Please let me know which city of Taiwan are you from. I am really curious because you sound not like a Taiwanese. The province system has been abolished for several years. You must have left Taiwan two decade ago, or you will know there is no province anymore.
can’t agree with u more
What a fuck?!who are u!!!!I don’t think u r a Taiwanese!!Even if u r,I cannot believe u betray our country!!
Taiwan is a country.
TAIWAN IS A COUNTRY COME ON …..
To me, Taiwan is our country but not a nation.
Taiwan, of course, is a country and her name is Republic of China, R.O.C!
That whole PROC/ROC thing is hellishly confusing and plain bad marketing.
Taiwan is an independent country. We’re Taiwanese, not Chinese.
Respect us or just shut up.;>
Ha ha ha
I guess you make a serious mistake. Taiwan is really a country. No need doubt it.
Taiwan is absolutely a Country. We can vote our government.
Er… PiECE or PEaCE?
I’m proud to live in the country of Taiwan. The east coast is more beautiful than you thought.
Taiwan is a country! My hometown is Taitung where has beautiful coast.
Formosa is friendly country for sure.
I have moved here for a year now and I love it here. when compare taiwan with other places, it is relatively cheap living here. The food, the scenery and the weather are fantastic ! If you enjoy a more quiet life, living up the mountain is definitely one of the best choices . cool enough in summer but not too cold in winter.
Where is Switzerland? Here, has never been any war, plus very stable economicly and politicly!
Azerbaijan is much more safer than Georgia!!!
And Armenia is much more safer than Azerbaijan and Georgia !!!
Hahaha funny, never will be azerbaijan and armenia as safe as its Georgia..
Lool 2
And who cares about Armenia and Azerbaijan? 😀 😀 😀
Don’t be so jelous! Georgian people respect you! learn from us to respect others!
Lool1
Georgia really deserved it
I’s a terrorist contry by the Blokes? 🙂 Hehe The English people are good people..
Taiwan as number 2? Give me a break. The traffic there is insane, and sure, while there may not be outward violence, or thefts, lets not forget the murders on the Taipei MRT, the abuse of Filipino maids, and the huge amount of domestic violence. Listen, if your a tourist yes Taiwan is nice. However, live there for a while and open your eyes. There is a reason so many get green cards for the USA. and other western countries and study abroad.
You don’t understand this country.
I’m pretty sure you don’t live in Taiwan, you should come to Canada…drugs everywhere and shooting…RCMP they don’t give a shit about anyone.
“Abuse of Filipino maids ”
Is HK !! Not Taipei !!!!!!
You should watch world news like BBC !
Each country has its own problems. All the countries listed here have their own f_cked up problems. Picking on Taiwan is not cool, dude.
are you in your dream bro , google it please , Abuse of Filipino maids ? hahaha
I totally agree with you about the awful traffic, but I don’t think people want to get green cards or study aboard is because of public security……
Well, that’s true that Taiwan could be better.
I’ve lived in Australia, i’ve lived in the UK, now i live in Taiwan and i LOVE it here. Btw Taiwan has the most convenient transportation around the world. And what’s with saying Taiwan has awful traffic? If you’ve been around the world, you’ll then know what is REAL awful traffic.
Totally agree with you. lol. For bad traffic, people should try Beijing and Dhaka to kick start.
I am pround of my country Taiwan R.O.C.
We welcome everyone to visit our formosa
AND we absolutely a independent states!
of course my friends . of cource . p.s. with love from Georgia
GEORGIA-Tbilisi <3 is the BEST!
No matter it’s named TAIWAN or Republic of China, I am proud of living in this beautiful land, and TAIWAN is absolutely independent country, not part of China.
Can’t agree with you anymore!!!
*any more*
Hey people we shoud be talking about the winner right? Go Iceland 😉
Alright! Iceland nr 1. No name calling from us peace peace peace:-) Go Iceland!
Georgia <3
Who said that Taiwan is not country? :))) vary fanny. Respect from Georgia
Taiwan is a rea. Country.
Iceland may well be the safest but it’s definitely not the nicest country in the world. Sure if you’re a tourist people welcome you and your money but if you move here it’s a whole different story… Oh and the part about “It has higher per capita income that enables the people to lead a wealthy life” is not correct!
Jú, víst! 🙁
There are people that live well, and have lots of money but they are few and the people that are just living month by month hoping that there will be no doctor og car trouble during the month (because they cost so much) are so many but noone ever talks about them. I live in Iceland, I am an icelander and whis I could move away to better life where I could let my children have more than just the basic.
I am Icelander living In Brazil at the moment. When my Brazilian wife finnishes her studies we will not move back to Iceland. Like Karen Ösp just said, if you want a decent life for your children, other then just the basic, Iceland is not the country to live in. On another note; its a great country to visit during the summer but after a while it gets very boring, real not may option to do anything.
Umm, someone needs to polish the English. It’s pretty good, but obvious that a non-English speaker wrote it. It always helps to have a native speaker edit one’s writing, no matter what the language is. Anyways, thanks for the article. It was fun to read.
Read Njal’s Saga! Iceland wasn’t always so safe. Murder, arson, vendetta…..
This is a awesome list. I am canadian and have lived in both Norway and Taiwan. All three countries are wonderful and I always felt very safe in each location!
Don’t know what criteria you use to determine your rankings. I live in both Taiwan & Japan and agree they should be within your top ten. However, Japan is much safer than Taiwan!
Foreigners are safe and respected in Taiwan if and only if YOU ARE WHITE.
I live in TAIWAN.
She is my country!
This is a fucking CIA outfit.
It’s no way that Taiwan is # 2, because there’s threat from China.
the stupid threat from CHINA That is true , but if you try to visit here , is pretty safe and nice country. AND the people didn’t get affection from china as well . .
You are absolutely brainwashed by your foolhardiness
Norway: “This nation can be a best option to start peaceful life as it does not have the threat of terrorism”. Uh, Anders Breivik anyone? 77 people killed in an act of terrorism – that was 2011 in Oslo/on Utoya. That’s not to say Norway isn’t safe (it is), but its a embarrassing oversight by the author.
PS. “can be a best option” should be “is a good option/could be the best option”, indefinite article (a) cannot go with a definite object (there is only ONE best option).
Yes picture #2 is in Taipei Taiwan!!! I’ve been there many times.
There is absolutely no doubt and no room for discussion that Taiwan is indeed an independent, sovereign nation. I myself call it ‘The democratic Republic of Taiwan’. And there is a reason for it; although Communist China claims Taiwan as part of their territory, Taiwan has however never ever belonged to the People’s Republic of China. Never. The last time Taiwan was part of China was when China was still an empire with an emperor – an era which ended in 1911, as we all know. But from 1895 and through to 1945 the island was a colony of Japan, who took over the island after a war with China. Then, in 1949, four years after the defeat of the Japanese in the Pacific and the handover of Taiwan to the Republic of China by the Allies, the Kuomintang dictator, Chiang Kai-shek, fled with all his troops to Taiwan, where he established a four-decade long terror regime, naming the island ‘The Republic of China’, without asking the original population for permission, mind you. He just invaded the island, following his own defeat to Mao’s communists.
His dictatorship lasted until the late 1980s, more than a decade after his own death, when the period of martial law finally saw its close. And since the early 1990s Taiwan has gradually developed into a fully functional democracy, with free speech, free elections, a free press, and freedom of expression – all characteristics, so unlike the situation in authoritarian Communist China, as anything can ever be.
At the same time, though, it is worth noticing that China opened up its economy to the world, only after observing how well Taiwan and Japan and South Korea did financially in their own markets, due to exchanges and trade internationally. China didn’t want to lag behind – or rather, the Communist Party suddenly started fearing how a looming financial crisis domestically might result in civil unrest within the Chinese population, thus leading to a threat to their dictatorial grip on power.
China has indeed done well themselves since then. So, one might argue that while prosperity in a democratic society will inevitably benefit all its members, in the shape of social welfare, social equality, and strong currencies, the economic rising of China over the past couple of decades has benefited only the Party who stays in power, despite the fact their economy is now the 2nd biggest in the world.
Nonetheless, this newly acquired might of Communist China has led them to believe they are in control of everything. They have long since bought the silence of the entire free world, through their endless investing in all other countries around the globe. We fear them, but for no reason: We are the ones, having given them this opportunity to thrive. The fault is ours to bear.
The methods Communist China makes use of to have things their way, are threats, intimidation, and luring. They get downright hysterical and start shouting if facing just the slightest opposition. They simply do not understand the mechanics of pluralism and free debate and democracy. And when it comes to the issue of Taiwan they have sadly succeeded in fooling the world into believing it is part of their domain. Which it is not! No more than Norway is part of Denmark (which it actually was until 1814). Money and corruption and lobbying are their weapons; but it alters in no way the fact that Taiwan is a free country! It never has been a part of the People’s Republic, as China appears today. Nor shall it ever be …
Full stop!
U know u r a person who thinking know everything urself,but actually ,u r so ignorant,all the reporter destroyed ur brain.
The guy whose name is Amos and has poor English is just…so Chinese
Well said.
Well said Jummye
Bravo! couldn’t have said better myself. China is just acting like a bully, like an ex boyfriend/girlfriend that just won’t move on, and keeps stalking you, harassing you, and telling everyone that you belong to them. Free Taiwan, free hong kong, and free Tibet!
Evvai……
viva la Georgia♥
Taiwan is a country.
Agree.don’t get me wrong~ Im from taiwan.Taiwan is an island.not a country~cause we still got some other islands.for sure we are equal to the PRC(so called China) as a NATION! Not a part of them.
Loser will say Taiwan is a country. China can say Taiwan is a part of china.Taiwan never say main land is a part of china.hahaha…because Taiwan is a loser.he know he can’t win in the game.
The only reason Taiwan is not officially declared as a country is because of China blocking our freedom. They still think they own us even though most Taiwanese don’t consider themselves to be from mainland china, that’s like forcing a person to be your wife/husband even though they can’t stand you, sounds to me like China is the needy, clingy loser here.
You forgot UAE
2nd Taiwan ??? Uve got be kidding me !!!
Did they follow any crime database to get this conclusion? Have you check taiwan tv news everyday ?
Do you know how many black-heart bussinessman in taiwan? how much tainted food we have eaten already ?? and our goverment has no guts to finish this problem.
Do u know what ‘s the precentage of car accident in taiwan?
U see how many bike drivers r rough and drive so fast, car drivers r impolite, how many drunk driving n killed ppl ???
People in this country are kind hearted, friendly and help you before you approach them, but, taiwanese ppl dunt usually help their own race, they r kind because they r thinking they wil be different when they talk to u in english
Tourists were never faced any violence or got worried in Taiwan, because taiwanese ppl have no ball to bully you !!! but, they do this a lot to their own ppl !!! Otherwise, if you live in taiwan, u will know what i am talking abt.
please don’t embarrassed yourself by telling others that you’re the kind of person that you are talking about.
I lived in Taiwan, and I do don’t know what you are talking about. Are you sure we are talking about the same country? Can you tell me what makes you feel that they are kind because they are thinking they will be different when they talk to you in English? It doesn’t make any sense that English is so great to turn unkind people to become kind. I don’t believe you live there. If you don’t live there, I feel glad for you. If you still live there, you had better leave because it is not a right place for you. You need to find a right place for u. Good luck.
I agree about Georgia is one of the safest countries. I lived in Russia for 20 years, the country where you afraid to be robed in bus or get violence from random person. That is why in Russia most people afraid to stop and help someone who asked, people afraid being faced in problems. In Georgia people are polite and frendly, they always help you in any case, there is no need to travel in bus hugging your handbag because of theft. Love this country and its people kindness.
I agree that Georgian people are friendly and I feel safe to walk in Tbilisi. Though driving culture is crazy and it makes Georgia less safe. Therefore I wrote an article of the high number of traffic incidents in Georgia.
parmvoo.blogspot.com/2015/04/is-georgia-safe.html
Don’t understand why Japan is on the list. It’s freaking a nanosec away from disaster. I think Japan is the most wasted and radioactive country in the world due to two atom bomb and Fukushima, one of only two level 7 nuclear disaster site in the world. Safe because low crime? Radiation will kill you before low crime and violence. Shouldn’t we consider safe environment in addition to low crime, strict laws, etc?
Awfully written piece!
Anyone who has studied history will know that Taiwan was never part of China nor will be , so indeed Taiwan is a country . I’m from China myself and I have to admit that Taiwan is a country.
The Global Peace Index 2015 isn’t event out yet! GPI 2014 has a different list:
1 Iceland
2 Denmark
3 Austria
4 New Zealand
5 Switzerland
6 Finland
7 Canada
8 Japan
9 Belgium
10 Norway
Taiwan is ranked 28th and Georgia is ranked 111th ……. See for yourself: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Global_Peace_Index#Global_Peace_Index_rankings
I quote: “Based on this index and above criteria, we framed a list […]” so you pulled this stuff just out of your arses…
Who care whether Taiwan is a independent country or not. We just care whether Taiwan is a watchdog of USA. ——-a Chinese
Don’t embarrass yourself and other cultivated Chinese by insulting Taiwan. You don’t have to care,anything about Taiwan, but you have to care about how ashamed other civilized Chinese will feel for you. Only those who respect others will be respected. “Dog” is not a good word to refer to your species.
You should be clear about that ou Taiwanese insulted Chinese first.
I am not referring to you. I respect you because you can tell the differece of Chinese and Taiwanese. Good job.
Yes.Actually we are not same nation.We are zhong hua nation,you are han nation.
Totally agree,buddy
Hawaii should go on the list.
Taiwan Is a safe country that people who live in there can’t feel. When I left there, I realized how safe it is!!
Gladys, can’t agree you more!
Canada is #7 because of there location to the USA and they are like the little brother that are protected by the location of the USA.
Taiwan has no drugs and terrible cocktails. Clearly unfair that they are allowed to compete.
Viva Georgia_,, open air museum of landscapes” the motherland of Wine and the land of earliest Europeans
please come and make discovery for your own:)
I was in Norway and Georgia, they are really safesty countries, but People in Norway aren’t friendly … and in Georgia its different , they love foreign tourists
Taiwan is not only a safe but a friendly country, good for living and traveling. 🙂
Taiwan has many tourist from mainland make it unsafe, pretty sure it will out of 10 in the list few years later
F**k you ..the people are terrorists from mainland in your stupid mind?
please respect
Agree.
How proud of us. As a Taiwaness
Neither Taiwan or China are countries, they both belong to Australia…
LOL SO TRUE
Thanks, this us very usefull.
So proud of my sweat home country where live the earnest and enthusiastic people. By only 1.5-2 hours driving, we can reach either mountain or seashore, plenty of amazing nature resource. Clean, safe, convenient for tourists.
noob at this comment system so imma repost this whole thing here again… sorry ppl : (
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Lol everytime any article has anything about Taiwan ppls from both sides of the strait rages like nuts lol lol lol lol
I’m a Taiwanese Canadian who was born in Vancouver but raised in Taiwan and let me tell you something: Taiwan Is probably the safest place you’ve ever been. In Vancouver almost everyday you can smell someone smoking weed and hobos all around downtown Vancouver; In Taiwan? Almost no beggers even in the country sides, and Taiwan has zero tolerance on drugs (Theres a lot of betel nuts though, watch where ur walking) . Oh and also we’re the origin of Bubble Tea (go 台中!).
Spoilers below read at ur own risk
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For those ppl who are from Mainland and commenting bout these one china policy crap, consider where and what you are posting before you actually post it. Personally I hate to see people arguing about these stuff but here’s one thing for people from both sides…
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Seriously, no one besides politicians and activists cares about these thing, especially when article’s topic is about which 10 nations are the most safest to live, am I right?
no offense guys in case I offend anyone~ and please, refrain from bitching about whether Taiwan is a nation or not~
Interesting presentation.Love it…
Georgia must be first )
GEORGIA is not safe!!!
I live in Georgia, here you can get killed by drunk drivers, by police, by construction workers who smoke next to propane tanks, or simply just eating unchecked food bought from supermarket… there is no such thing as safety regulations… most people prefer to take risks rather than be safe. nobody wears seat belts unless they see a police coming, nobody keeps extinguishers at home or in the car, no one wears a helmet on constructions… you can get eaten by stray dogs, or stabbed by recently released 13000 prisoners
sometimes it takes up to 40 minutes until the police or ambulance responds to accident in Georgia
This article is horribly written with atrocious grammar and obviously no proofreading before posting. Very unprofessional.
Who wrote this article? Is there no one on staff that proofreads the material before it is published?
Although the disaster happened in Japan, if you visit and stay in Japan, you can tell why Japan has been the No.1 safest country for a long time.
I wish some of the latín american countries would learn a little bit about this cultures and instead of focusing in violence to think about on how we can make this country or this world a better place to live.
Haha! Sweden did not make the list. I guess much has changed in my country these last years. I am curious though, where does the author get his information? Sources please
In Georgia tourist are seen as send by God and the Georgian people will treat you like that. I have been.six times in Georgia and made a lot of friends.
These places know the real meaning of HARMONY.
Hong Kong is also a safe city!Even it is a part of China,but its independent! Its independent for 50 years.Every thing is alright in hong Kong!
Taiwan, second safest country in the world? I call foul play.
did we really drop so low and desperate now that we’re even circlejerking random polls like these with our own unsubstantiated bias? for shame.
Taiwan is a province of China!
Continue your dream of being independent
Taiwan？What Fuck Lie!!!
Yay Taiwan is #2 🙂
If you have been to taiwan you would have noticed those anti-thieft grilling around , safe ? Taiwan is also famous for their mafia and their police cant do shit about it , safe? Please go through their stats on petty crime and violent crimes and you will be surprised. Their mafia beside using their usual baseball bats , they do use guns , smg and rifles as well . They even have underground gunsmiths, safe ? The person compile this list either must be joking or dreaming.
“People in this country are kind hearted, friendly and help you before you approach them.” This is mostly true. A Taiwanese woman told me, “We treat all foreigners equally…unless they’re from South East Asia.” (The paler your skin, the better you will be treated in Taiwan)
Singapore… It is a strong welfare country that have great trading model and serves its citizens well.
You are so wrong with this statement….
Who ever wrote about Norway should get their facts right. 22 July 2011 Norway was bombed killing 8 persons and 69 people (mostly) children were gunned down which was deemed as a terrorist attack. It was just one man that was responsible for the bombing and shooting! (My 14 year niece was murdered in this terrorist attack). Norways health system is atrocious. If you need to go your doctor, it can take up to 4 weeks before you get an appointment. The current Prime Minister and Parliament treat refugees like dogs. Instead of compassion, the government is doing everything to send refugees back to countries that are still at war. It’s very difficult to get jobs and their is a high rate of unemployment due to the oil crisis. PS: I’m a New Zealander living in Norway!