The recognition highlights Copenhagen’s longstanding focus on sustainable urban planning, cycling infrastructure, accessible public transport and green public spaces. The Danish capital also achieved perfect scores for stability, education, culture and environment.

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The annual Global Liveability Index evaluates 173 cities using indicators including stability, healthcare, culture and environment, education, and infrastructure. Published by the Economist Intelligence Unit, the ranking is widely used by businesses and organisations to compare living conditions around the world. Vienna and Melbourne followed Copenhagen in this year’s assessment.

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