Portugal ranks as the seventh most peaceful country in the world according to the Global Peace Index 2024, dropping one position from the previous year but maintaining fifth place among European nations. The index, compiled by the Institute of Economics and Peace in collaboration with the United Nations, assigns Portugal 1,372 points, with Iceland leading with the lowest score of 1,112. The report highlights that Portugal ranks 114th in economic impact from violence, amounting to approximately 3% of its GDP. The index analyzes 23 indicators across three domains—Ongoing Conflicts, Safety and Security, and Militarisation—providing insights into global peace trends and societal development.