Abu Dhabi Named World’s Safest City For 2025: Ninth Consecutive Year At The Top

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

January 20, 2025

Abu Dhabi has been ranked as the world’s safest city for 2025, marking the ninth consecutive year the emirate has topped the global safety rankings since 2017. This achievement, according to the Numbeo database, reflects the city’s pioneering security initiatives and strategies.

In the 2025 standings, Abu Dhabi secured the top spot out of 382 global cities, further solidifying its reputation as a leading safe haven for citizens, residents, and visitors. The emirate’s efforts to foster a sense of security and enhance trust in its public safety measures have significantly contributed to this continued success.

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Abu Dhabi Police’s Role In Ensuring Safety

The Abu Dhabi Police have played a key role in promoting a sense of safety and security throughout the city. Their ongoing efforts to improve public trust in law enforcement have helped position Abu Dhabi as a preferred destination for living, studying, and working. The city’s focus on quality of life and security is a core component of its appeal.

In January 2024, Abu Dhabi was also ranked first for safety globally by Numbeo, making it the safest city for two consecutive years. This ranking further showcases the city’s leadership in implementing the best security standards and ensuring a high quality of life for all its residents.

Global Liveability Index Highlights Abu Dhabi And Dubai

The Global Liveability Index by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), published in August 2024, recognized Abu Dhabi and Dubai as the top liveable cities in the Middle East and Africa. Both cities have improved their scores in healthcare and education, underlining their commitment to offering residents a high standard of living.

Safety And Crime Rankings

According to the Crime and Safety Indexes by Numbeo, Abu Dhabi holds the highest safety score globally, with an impressive 88.2 points on the Safety Index. The city also has the lowest score on the Crime Index, at 11.8 points, highlighting its exceptional safety record. Dubai ranks fifth globally in terms of safety, demonstrating both cities’ commitment to maintaining secure environments.

Healthcare And Education In Abu Dhabi And Dubai

In the healthcare sector, Abu Dhabi and Dubai both offer robust systems. In the first quarter of 2024, Abu Dhabi had 3,323 healthcare facilities, including 67 hospitals, 1,136 health centers, and 765 clinics. The emirate also employed 12,922 licensed doctors by the end of 2022. Dubai, in comparison, had 5,020 healthcare facilities with 13,370 licensed doctors.

For education, Abu Dhabi boasted 459 schools during the 2023-2024 academic year, while Dubai had 220 private schools. The strong educational infrastructure in both cities contributes to their ranking as some of the most liveable and secure cities in the world.

Abu Dhabi’s consistent performance at the top of global safety rankings, combined with its emphasis on healthcare, education, and overall quality of life, continues to reinforce its status as a leading global city for residents and visitors alike.

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Strained Household Finances: Eurostat Data Reveals Persistent Payment Delays Across Europe and in Cyprus

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

November 22, 2025

Improved Financial Resilience Amid Ongoing Strains

Over the past decade, Cypriot households have significantly increased their ability to manage debts—not only bank loans but also rent and utility bills. However, recent Eurostat data indicates that Cyprus continues to lag behind the European average when it comes to covering financial obligations on time.

Household Coping Strategies and the Limits of Payment Flexibility

While many families are managing their fixed expenses with relative ease, one in three Cypriots struggles to cover unexpected costs. This delicate balancing act highlights how routine payments such as mortgage installments, rent, and utility bills are met, but precariously so, with little room for unplanned financial shocks.

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Breaking Down Payment Delays Across the European Union

Eurostat reports that nearly 9.2% of the EU population experienced delays with their housing loans, rent, utility bills, or installment payments in 2024. The situation is more acute among vulnerable groups: 17.2% of individuals in single-parent households with dependent children and 16.6% in households with two adults managing three or more dependents faced payment delays. In every EU nation, single-parent households exhibited higher delay rates compared to the overall population.

Cyprus in the Crosshairs: High Rates of Financial Delays

Although Cyprus recorded a notable 19.1 percentage point improvement from 2015 to 2024 in delays related to mortgages, rent, and utility bills, the island nation still ranks among the top five countries with the highest delay rates. As of 2024, 12.5% of the Cypriot population had outstanding housing loans or rent and overdue utility bills. In contrast, Greece tops the list with 42.8%, followed by Bulgaria (18.7%), Romania (15.3%), Spain (14.2%), and other EU members. Notably, 19 out of 27 EU countries reported delay rates below 10%, with Czech Republic (3.4%) and Netherlands (3.9%) leading the pack.

Selective Improvements and Emerging Concerns

Between 2015 and 2024, the overall EU population saw a 2.6 percentage point decline in payment delays. Despite this, certain countries experienced increases: Luxembourg (+3.3 percentage points), Spain (+2.5 percentage points), and Germany (+2.0 percentage points) saw a rise in payment delays, reflecting underlying economic pressures that continue to challenge financial stability.

Economic Insecurity and the Unprepared for Emergencies

Another critical indicator explored by Eurostat is the prevalence of economic insecurity—the proportion of the population unable to handle unexpected financial expenses. In 2024, 30% of the EU population reported being unable to cover unforeseen costs, a modest improvement of 1.2 percentage points from 2023 and a significant 7.4 percentage point drop compared to a decade ago. In Cyprus, while 34.8% still report difficulty handling emergencies, this marks a drastic improvement from 2015, when the figure stood at 60.5%.

A Broader EU Perspective

Importantly, no EU country in 2024 had more than half of its population facing economic insecurity—a notable improvement from 2015, when over 50% of the population in nine countries reported such challenges. These figures underscore both progress and persistent vulnerabilities within European households, urging policymakers to consider targeted measures for enhancing financial resilience.

For further insights and detailed analysis, refer to the original reports on Philenews and Housing Loans.

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