What were the criteria?
From the Article:
According to the Institute for Economics and Peace that rated the relative tranquility of 144 nations according to 23 “indicators” – including gun sales, the number of homicides, the size of the military, the potential for terrorism and the number of people in jail.
The index defined peace as “the absence of violence,” and so far, things are a little dicey. Violence and instability have increased, respect for human rights has decreased. The researchers also calculated that the world’s nations have collectively lost close to $8 trillion due to the complications of widespread violence.
So, what is the most peaceful country on Earth? Well, it’s not Britain and it’s certainly not the USA (which places 83rd).
The answer is:
New Zealand
Yes, the land of Hobbits and Kiwis is officially the most peaceful country in the world.
Not only does New Zealand have all the benefits of an English speaking country, it’s also incredibly beautiful with an open society. And they don’t spend a lot of energy trying to kill each other.
Sounds rather nice.
Read the rest of the Article here.
If this piques your interest and you’re interested in moving to New Zealand, here are some useful resources.
Immigration New Zealand – Government Website
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Anglotopia was founded by Jonathan and Jackie Thomas for people who love Britain - whether it's British TV, Culture, History or Travel - we cover it all. Anglotopia was started to get us back to the UK for a trip and it did that in 2009. Now, the goal is for Anglotopia to make our dreams of traveling to the UK whenever we want a reality.
There are only a few places I’d consider leaving the UK for… Canada and New Zealand! The 2 islands of NZ (conveniently named North and South Island) are quite different too and I imagine they’re talking about the South Island which I’ve heard is more secluded (thus = peaceful!)
I suggest people watch Once Were Warriors…