TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - In an increasingly complex and diverse world, safety and security have become critical factors in determining the quality of life in various countries. Recently, a study conducted by Forbes Advisor, America's leading personal finance platform, revealed a list of the safest cities in the world. Singapore emerged as the safest city and is the only one in Southeast Asia to crack the top spots.
1. Singapore
Singapore was granted the safest city in the world in comparison with 60 travel destinations across seven key metrics. These are health safety, crime risk, infrastructure security, digital security, personal safety, travel safety, and natural disaster risk.
This report shows that Singapore achieved the highest safety ranking due to its strict laws and low crime rate. In addition, the island has a very low risk of natural disasters, thanks to its location. Singapore also possesses a high quality of healthcare and infrastructure, as well as a low level of digital security risks.
2. Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo, Japan, ranks second as the safest city in the world according to Forbes Advisor, after Singapore. Tokyo is known for its very low health safety risks, making it one of the safest cities in the world in this regard. In addition, Tokyo also received the best travel safety rating from the United States Department of State. The city ranks fifth lowest in terms of infrastructure security risks, meaning Tokyo has safe and well-maintained buildings and public facilities.
3. Toronto, Canada
Toronto, Canada, follows as one of the safest cities in the world after Singapore and Tokyo. The city stands out by earning the best travel safety rating from the United States Department of State, indicating that Toronto is a safe and comfortable destination for travelers.
Additionally, Toronto has the fourth lowest infrastructure security risk and seventh in terms of health security risks. With a combination of stringent security measures, solid infrastructure, and reliable health services, Toronto has succeeded in creating a safe and comfortable environment for both residents and visitors.
4. Sydney, Australia
Sydney, Australia, stands out as one of the safest cities in the world with some impressive safety indicators. The city takes the top spot in terms of digital security. Quoted from timeout.com, Sydney also has the tenth lowest ranking in health and infrastructure security risks. With a combination of strong digital protection, a reliable health system, and secure infrastructure, Sydney creates an extremely safe and comfortable environment for residents and visitors alike.
5. Zurich, Switzerland
Zurich, Switzerland, is one of the cities with a very high level of security, standing out in several important aspects. The city has the third lowest risk of natural disasters and ranked fifth in terms of crime risk, thanks to effective law enforcement and a very low crime rate.
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