Uzbekistan has been ranked 60th out of 163 countries in the annual Global Peace Index (GPI), published by the Institute for Economics and Peace. The country achieved a score of 1.96, placing it in the top half of the ranking and highlighting its relative stability and safety compared to many other nations.
The GPI, compiled annually, measures the peacefulness of countries and territories based on 23 qualitative and quantitative indicators.
These indicators are grouped into three main categories: the level of societal safety and security, the extent of ongoing domestic and international conflict, and the degree of militarization. Countries are scored on a scale from 1 to 5, where a lower score reflects a more peaceful environment.
Among Central Asian nations, Kazakhstan slightly outpaced Uzbekistan by securing 59th place. Other countries in the region followed:
- Tajikistan – 72nd
- Kyrgyzstan – 78th
- Turkmenistan – 83rd
Iceland, Ireland, and Austria topped the global list as the most peaceful countries. Iceland retained its top position for the 17th consecutive year, thanks to its low crime rates, minimal conflicts, and strong governance.
At the other end of the spectrum, South Sudan, Sudan, and Yemen were ranked as the least peaceful countries. Ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Russia placed them among the bottom five, at 159th and 156th respectively.
The GPI report highlighted a concerning global trend: the overall level of peace declined by 0.56%. This marks the continuation of a deteriorating pattern in international peace, with 97 countries experiencing a decline in peacefulness. The report cites increasing geopolitical tensions, advancements in military technology, ongoing conflicts, and worsening internal political and economic conditions as key contributors to the downturn.
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