Timor-Leste saw a significant improvement in the 2026 Global Peace Index (GPI), compiled by the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP), moving from 44th to 32nd place among the 163 countries and territories assessed. Timor-Leste achieved a score of 1.681, consolidating its status as a highly peaceful country. 

The report assesses peace and security levels using 23 indicators grouped into three dimensions: societal safety and security, the presence of internal and external conflicts, and the degree of militarisation. Although the study indicates that global peace continues to deteriorate, Timor-Leste has made progress, rising 12 places compared with the previous year.

In the Asia-Pacific region, which comprises 19 countries, Timor-Leste ranks sixth, placing it among the region’s most peaceful countries. New Zealand remains the most peaceful country in the Asia-Pacific region, while Myanmar continues to have the lowest ranking in the region. Among ASEAN countries, Timor-Leste ranks as the third most peaceful, behind only Singapore and Malaysia.

Since regaining its independence, Timor-Leste has been working to strengthen its democratic institutions, promote dialogue, and consolidate peace—efforts consistently recognised in international assessments.

The results of the 2026 Global Peace Index confirm Timor-Leste’s standing as one of the most peaceful countries in the Asia-Pacific and Southeast Asia regions.