Switzerland Ranked No. 1 In The World Best Countries Report 2023: Switzerland has once again claimed the title of the world’s best country, according to the latest U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Countries rankings. This is Switzerland’s second consecutive year at the top of the list, and its sixth overall.
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Switzerland excels particularly in entrepreneurship (No. 6), quality of life (No. 6), social purpose (No. 8), and cultural influence (No. 8). It also claims the top spot for being open for business.
The 2023 Rankings: Switzerland Leads the Way
The rankings, which were recently announced, underline Switzerland’s dominance, with Canada at No. 2, Sweden at No. 3, Australia at No. 4, and the United States at No. 5. The United States has slipped one spot compared to its 2022 ranking. In the 2023 rankings, European countries dominate the top tier, securing 16 of the top 25 spots. Notable shifts include Germany, which has fallen five spots since 2022, and Australia and New Zealand, both climbing three places year over year. The Middle East is represented by the United Arab Emirates, while Asia boasts Japan, Singapore, China, and South Korea within the top 25.
Top 10 countries globally, as ranked by the U.S. News & World Report:
| Rank | Country |
| 1 | Switzerland |
| 2 | Canada |
| 3 | Sweden |
| 4 | Australia |
| 5 | United States |
| 6 | Japan |
| 7 | Germany |
| 8 | New Zealand |
| 9 | United Kingdom |
| 10 | Netherlands |
India Ascends to 30th Place with an Overall Score of 40.8 in 2023, Up from 31st in 2022
In 2023, India moved up one position to 30th, with an overall score of 40.8. India was ranked 31st out of 85 countries the previous year, in 2022. India achieved its most remarkable performance in the “Movers” category, securing the 5th position. This category assesses countries based on their potential for future growth and their preparedness to address global economic issues. India ranked 29th and 10th in terms of cultural influence and legacy, respectively. India came in 12th place in the power category.
The Methodology Behind the Rankings
The rankings are developed in collaboration with global marketing communications company WPP and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Based on a global survey encompassing 87 countries and more than 17,000 respondents, these rankings evaluate countries based on 73 attributes such as dynamism, safety, economic stability, and commitment to social justice. Notably, Cyprus, Honduras, and Zimbabwe have made their debut in the rankings, while El Salvador rejoins the list after being absent in 2022.
Key takeaways for competitive examinations
- Rank of India in 2023 U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Countries rankings: 30th