Finland: World's Happiest Country

Finland has once again been crowned the happiest country in the world, maintaining this prestigious title for the eighth consecutive year. The World Happiness Report 2025, published by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford, reveals that Nordic countries continue to dominate the top positions in the happiness rankings.

Researchers have identified several key factors contributing to Finland's sustained happiness. These include a strong sense of social trust, clean and beautiful natural surroundings, and a high quality of life. Finnish residents often cite the country's peacefulness, trustworthiness, and connection to nature as reasons for their contentment.

The study also highlights the importance of social connections and trust in fostering happiness. Interestingly, the belief in the kindness of others, such as the expectation that a lost wallet would be returned, strongly correlates with overall happiness levels in a population.