SINGAPORE: Singapore has been named the safest city for tourists, according to a recent list compiled by Forbes Advisor. The study, which compared 60 international cities across seven key metrics, highlighted Singapore’s exceptional safety standards, earning it the top spot.
Forbes Advisor’s ranking considered various factors including natural disasters, digital security risks, and crime risks. Singapore was noted for its Level 1 safety rating from the US State Department, the highest level of safety assessment available. This rating underscores the city’s robust measures to ensure the well-being of its residents and visitors.
One of the standout aspects of Singapore’s safety is its minimal natural disaster risk. The city-state’s geographic location shields it from severe natural calamities such as typhoons and earthquakes, contributing to its top ranking.
The quality of healthcare services and city infrastructure in Singapore also received high marks, ranking second lowest for both health security and infrastructure security risks. This indicates that the city provides excellent medical services and maintains a reliable and safe urban environment.
In terms of digital security, Singapore was rated second lowest for risk, reflecting a secure internet environment where citizens and tourists can use digital services without significant concerns.
Overall, Singapore achieved a perfect risk score of 0 out of 100, setting it apart as the epitome of urban safety.
Following Singapore, Tokyo, Japan, and Toronto, Canada, secured the second and third positions respectively. Both cities were recognized for their strong safety measures and low-risk environments, although they did not match Singapore’s exceptional overall safety score.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, Caracas, Venezuela, was ranked as the riskiest city, with a perfect risk score of 100 out of 100. The city’s high crime rates and severe health security issues were significant factors in this ranking. The US State Department has issued its highest travel warning against visiting Caracas.
Karachi, Pakistan, and Yangon, Myanmar, also ranked poorly, with risk scores of 93.12 and 91.67 out of 100 respectively. These cities face significant challenges in terms of safety, including high crime rates and health security concerns.
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