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SINGAPORE: Singapore has come out tops in Asia for having the highest quality of living, according to an annual survey by consulting firm Mercer.
The study was based on a number of factors including the political and social environment, medical and health considerations, public services and transportation, and housing.
Globally, Singapore is ranked 32, after climbing two spots from last year.
In Asia, Tokyo, Yokohama, Kobe and Osaka are ranked just behind Singapore.
Overall, European cities dominate the top global rankings. Zurich scores the highest for overall quality of living, retaining its number one position from 2007.
Luxembourg is tops for personal safety. At the bottom end of the scale is Baghdad, which has the lowest ranking for quality of living and personal safety. - CNA/ir
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