World Happiness Report: Czechia Ranks Higher Than Germany and Poland
The Czech Republic remains among the world’s 20 happiest countries, outperforming nations like the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Italy. This ranking comes from the latest World Happiness Report, published in celebration of the International Day of Happiness. Czechia Holds 20th Place, Ahead of Germany and Poland According to the annual World Happiness Report, which evaluates life satisfaction across more than 140 countries, Czechia has secured the 20th position. While this marks a slight drop from previous years, the country still ranks higher than Germany, Poland, and the United Arab Emirates. Slovakia, on the other hand, lags far behind, coming in 50th place. Experts attribute Czechia’s strong ranking to its stable economy and robust social support systems. However, greater trust in institutions and society could further boost happiness levels. Nordic Countries Lead the Way, But Surprises Appear As in previous years, Nordic countries dominate the rankings. Finland has claimed the top spot for the eighth consecutive year, thanks to its strong social safety net, high-quality healthcare, and economic stability. Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden closely follow. However, some unexpected nations also made it into the top 10. Despite ongoing conflict with Hamas, Israel ranked eighth, while Costa Rica (6th)...