With a low crime rate, fresh air, and excellent infrastructure and medical facilities, Singapore has once again been named the most livable city in the world for Asians. This marks the 10th consecutive year that Singapore has topped this ranking.
Global human resources information and consulting firm ECA International reached this conclusion after conducting a survey last year of 1,800 expatriate professionals living in 254 cities.
Participants were required to compare the living standards of 254 cities worldwide, with evaluation criteria including climate, air quality, health services, housing and utilities, personal safety, and the political environment.
In the ranking of the "Most Livable Cities in the World for Asians," Singapore took the top spot, while Sydney, Australia, and Kobe, Japan, ranked second and third, respectively. Other cities in the top 10 include Melbourne, Yokohama, Copenhagen, Tokyo, Canberra, Vancouver, and Wellington.
Superior Language Environment Compared to Japan
Singapore was also named the most livable Asian city for Europeans, followed by Kobe, Yokohama, Hong Kong, and Tokyo. The most livable city in the world for Europeans is Copenhagen, Denmark.
In the ranking of the "Most Livable Asian Cities for Asians," Singapore retained the top spot, with Kobe and Yokohama, Japan, ranking second and third, respectively, while Tokyo and Hong Kong tied for fourth place.
Singapore is free from natural disasters, boasts ideal air quality, has a low crime rate, and possesses comprehensive medical and infrastructure facilities. Furthermore, Singapore's language environment makes it easier for expatriates to integrate. This is also the reason why Singapore outperforms Japan, as expatriates require more time to adapt to the unique language environment and culture of Japan.
