In November 2020, Central America was hit by hurricanes Eta and Iota, which left at least 200 dead, as well as millions of dollars in losses to the economy.
The global top five, in order, are: Maldives, UAE, Seychelles, Costa Rica and Japan. The top-three ranking in the Americas are Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic and Cuba.
Costa Rica is celebrating its bicentennial this year, and it’s marking the occasion with, among other things, a series of stamps picturing the country’s national symbols.