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Revealed: the top 10 countries with the best quality of life in the world
AnneMarie McCarthy
Jul 4, 2017 • 1 min read
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If you're looking for a fresh start in life, you could do worse than heading to northern Europe, as a recent report reveals Scandinavian countries have the best quality of life in the world.
The 2017 Social Progress Index measures 50 different indicators to create a clear picture about what daily life is like in 128 countries. They cover a broad range of topics but can generally be filed under three categories; basic human needs, foundations of wellbeing and opportunity.
Researchers say this is the best and most nuanced measurement of quality of life available. Here are the top 10 countries they found topped the charts.
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