The strategies of various ministries and other government entities to implement national vision with dedication, consistency and sincerity are not only helping in rapid national development in all sectors but these achievements are also being recognised at the international level. Qatar is accomplishing tremendous achievements from economy to security while developing national institutions to serve the nation and coming generations. These achievements currently reflected in numerous international surveys where Qatar’s safety, healthcare system and quality of life standards won global recognition. A study by Safeture and Riskline has reveals the safest cities in the world for 2025, with Doha coming second behind Switzerland’s Bern. The study, based on a comprehensive analysis of global travel risks, considers various factors such as security, crime, health, and environmental risks to determine the safest destinations. The results highlight the importance of these cities’ robust infrastructure, low crime rates, and proactive safety measures in ensuring a secure environment for both residents and visitors. In giving the rankings, Safeture and Riskline noted that both Doha and Bern have consistently demonstrated a commitment to safety and security, making them ideal destinations for travelers seeking peace of mind. It would be recalled that Doha, and by extension, Qatar, was last year ranked the third lowest crime rate out of the 311 global cities indexed by Numbeo in its Crime Index 2024 Mid-Year report. The report had listed Doha as having a crime index of just 16.1. Recently, Qatar moved up four places in a global healthcare ranking, scoring more points than any country in the Middle East and Africa region, on the Health Care Index 2025 by Numbeo. This demonstrates that Qatar’s healthcare system has earned global recognition for its distinctiveness and adherence to international standards, garnering trust worldwide. Qatar also ranked ninth in a global ranking of 88 countries on the Quality of Life Index 2025 by Numbeo, moving up nine places compared to its 18th position in 2024. The country’s score on the index is 193.3, a significant improvement from 165.9 in 2024. The Quality of Life Index is an estimation of the overall quality of life in a country or city. It considers various factors that influence quality of life, including purchasing power, pollution levels, housing affordability, cost of living, safety, healthcare quality, commute times, and climate conditions.
