Last Thursday (Jul 18), WeirdKaya reported of KL being ranked as the 5th most dangerous city in Southeast Asia by Forbes Advisor in an article concerning insurance travel insurance for American citizens.
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Now, it seems that the ranking has caught the attention and raised eyebrows, most notably the Home Ministry, who are vehemently refuting the study.
Home Ministry to look into Forbes’ study
Speaking at a press conference after attending the Home Ministry’s monthly assembly here yesterday (Jul 23), its minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said Forbes Advisor’s study was at odds with the Global Peace Index 2024 (GPI), where it found Malaysia to be the world’s 10th most peaceful country.
The Global Peace Index metrics are clear. I have not read the Forbes Advisor metrics. I am not saying that I deny it, but I have not read it. I will review the metrics used by the GPI.
“For example, there are indicators such as violent demonstrations resulting in the loss of life and the perception of crime in the country. There are dozens of metrics, including per capita provisions for safety, which are very comprehensive,” he said as quoted by NST.
Saifuddin added that regardless of Forbes Advisor’s findings, the Home Ministry and police will continue to safeguard peace and order within the country, saying that it was a “primary responsibility”.
According to Forbes Advisor, here’s how Malaysia fared in comparison with its neighbours:
- Yangon, Myanmar (3rd globally)
- Manila, Phillippines (5th globally)
- Jakarta, Indonesia (11th globally)
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (20th globally)
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (29th globally)
- Bangkok, Thailand (30th globally)
What do you think of the Home Ministry’s response towards the ranking? Let us know in the comments!
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