Pakistan has dropped four positions in the Global Peace Index 2025, ranking 144th out of 163 countries. The latest findings place Pakistan among the 20 least peaceful nations in the world, according to the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) report.
The annual Global Peace Index ranking of countries measures nations based on safety, security, ongoing conflicts, political instability, and militarization. Pakistan’s decline reflects persistent internal challenges and regional tensions, which continue to affect its peace score.
Regional and Global Comparisons
The Global Peace Index Asia ranking 2025 presents a mixed picture:
United Arab Emirates – 52nd
Saudi Arabia – 90th
Sri Lanka – 97th
China – 98th
India – 115th
Bangladesh – 123rd
United States – 128th
In Asia, Singapore remains the most peaceful country in 2025, maintaining its global 6th place. Other top-performing nations worldwide include Portugal (7th), Denmark (8th), Slovenia (9th), and Finland (10th).
Global Peace Trends
The Global conflict and peace rankings 2025 reveal widening differences between stable nations and those facing unrest. Countries like Singapore, Denmark, and Finland continue to strengthen their safety and security indicators, while nations including Pakistan, India, and the US face challenges due to ongoing conflicts, political polarization, and security concerns.
The report also highlights that while some regions show improvements in safety, others continue to experience increased violence, instability, and weaker peace-building measures.
Key Takeaways
Pakistan is now 144th out of 163 countries in the Global Peace Index 2025.
It remains among the least peaceful countries worldwide.
Singapore leads Asia as the most peaceful nation.
European countries like Portugal, Denmark, Slovenia, and Finland dominate the top 10.
