The Global Peace Index, established by Steve Killelea, assesses the peacefulness of nations based on multiple indicators, including military spending and safety. Killelea, who founded the Institute for Economics and Peace, aimed to identify characteristics common to the most peaceful countries. These nations tend to lack corruption, maintain effective governance, enjoy strong economies, and foster good neighbourly relations. In his book, Killelea notes that while peace is essential, happiness is subjective and can differ culturally. The latest index offers insights that could guide future efforts toward achieving sustained global peace.
The Global Peace Index evaluates global peacefulness based on indicators like military expenditure, safety, and security, providing insights for fostering peace.
Countries at the top of the Global Peace Index show characteristics such as low corruption, functioning governments, robust economies, and good neighbourly relations.
Steve Killelea emphasizes that achieving peace requires understanding its components, not just wishing for it; empirical data can help clarify paths to peace.
In his book, Killelea differentiates between peace and happiness, noting that perceptions of happiness can vary significantly across cultures.
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