Iraq Ranks 61st Globally and 7th in the Arab World for Safety in 2024

Baghdad, The Gulf Observer: According to a recent report by CEOWORLD magazine, Iraq has been ranked 61st globally out of 100 countries in terms of safety for 2024. Within the Arab world, Iraq has achieved the 7th position.

The report by CEOWORLD magazine evaluates safety based on multiple dimensions, including protection from violent crimes, terrorism, transportation safety, health measures, and the safety of specific groups such as women, foreign travelers, migrants, and expatriates.

In the global rankings for 2024, Andorra, a small country in the Pyrenees mountains between Spain and France, has been named the safest country in the world. Despite its small size and population of around 82,000, Andorra attracts over 3.5 million visitors annually, making it the country with the most tourists per capita. Andorra scored 97.68 points. Following closely are the United Arab Emirates with 97.13 points, Greenland with 96.98 points, and Liechtenstein with 96.97 points.

Iraq achieved a global safety score of approximately 82 points out of 100, placing it 61st worldwide out of 188 countries.

Within the Arab world, Iraq ranks 7th, following the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, and Qatar. These five Arab countries are categorized among the safest in the world according to the index.

The report also highlighted the significant impact of crime on African nations, noting a $48 billion decline in investment flows to the continent in 2023 due to high crime rates. Despite Africa’s many iconic attractions, tourism is adversely affected by internal conflict, political instability, and crime rates, with Togo holding the highest crime rate in Africa.

This recognition reflects Iraq’s efforts towards enhancing safety and security measures, aiming to provide a safer environment for its citizens and visitors alike.