UAE ranks first among Arab countries in World Happiness Index

DUBAI,— The United Arab Emirates ranked first in the Arab world and 21st globally in the World Happiness Index, the World Happiness Report 2026 said, issued by the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network with support from Gallup World Poll data.

The report evaluated 147 countries using measures such as GDP per capita, life expectancy, personal freedom, generosity, social support and perceived corruption in government and business sectors.

The United Arab Emirates recorded a score of 6.8 points. Figures were based on latest available international data for comparison.

The ranking highlights the country position among the most stable and prosperous states, placing it ahead of several major global economies.

In detailed indicators, the country placed fourth worldwide for freedom to make life choices, eighth in GDP per capita at 70,000 dollars, and 19th in generosity, reflecting charitable giving by residents.

Saudi Arabia ranked 22nd, Kuwait 40th, Bahrain 55th, Oman 58th, Libya 81st, Algeria 83rd, Iraq 95th, Tunisia 105th, Morocco 112th, Jordan 119th, Egypt 139th, Lebanon 141st, and Yemen 142nd. Qatar was not ranked.

The UAE also ranked 30th in life expectancy globally.

(With files from Worldhappiness.report,  WAM)

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