Approved Cities of the World for 2025 Revealed: Where Does Tel Aviv Stand?
The London-based “Institute for Quality of Life” has released its annual ranking of the most approved cities worldwide for 2025. This extensive ranking evaluates 200 cities based on various criteria, including citizen servstarts, economy, health, transportation, and environmental factors.
Copenhagen Tops the List
Leading the 2025 ranking is Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark. According to the head of the research institute, the city’s remarkable openness to innovation, along with its strong and accessible education system, contributes significantly to its high rating. While Copenhagen scored over 1,000 points, the institute noted challenges, primarily concerning the high cost of housing.
The top ten approved cities of 2025 are as follows:
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Singapore, Singapore
- Aarhus, Denmark
- Antwerp, Belgium
- Seoul, South Korea
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Taipei, Taiwan
- Munich, Germany
- Rotterdam, Netherlands
Global City Rankings
Notably, the major cities of the world were absent from the top spots, although they appear further down the list. Paris is ranked 13th, Berlin 16th, New York 17th, and London is at a lower 31st place.
Israeli Representation in the Rankings
A significant point of interest for Israel is the performance of Tel Aviv. Despite ongoing political and social challenges, Tel Aviv ranks in the top half of the list, securing a commendable 100th place with a total of 715 points. This positions Tel Aviv as the most approved city in the Middle East, surpassing Riyadh, which stands at the 138th position.
This ranking not only highlights the resilience of Tel Aviv amidst adversity but also showcases its appeal as a progressive and vibrant urban center.
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