Where in the world it is becoming better or worse to be an immigrant
Sweden, already known for its progressive climate policy and a self-deprecating sense of humour, is being recognised as the best country in the world to be an immigrant. The Scandinavian nation was awarded the top slot based on its status as “a strong social welfare state that has long been considered a haven for migrants,” according to the rankings outlet, which releases its list of “best countries” each year.
Welcome to Sweden. Source: JONATHAN NACKSTRAND/AFP/Getty Images
Canada was named second on the 2017 US News and World Report list, followed by Switzerland, Australia, and Germany. The United States was down in seventh place, despite being home to one-fifth of the world’s migrants as of 2015—more than any other country.
Here is the full top 10 list:
1. Sweden
2. Canada
3. Switzerland
4. Australia
5. Germany
6. Norway
7. United States
8. Netherlands
9. Finland
10. Denmark
And here are the countries that round out the end of the list:
70. Dominican Republic
71. Sri Lanka
72. India
73. Peru
74. Myanmar
75. Pakistan
76. Ghana
77. Tanzania
78. Tunisia
79. Guatemala
80. Kenya
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