Top Innovative Countries Globally: The top 10 countries in the Global Innovation Index 2025 are Switzerland, Sweden, the USA, South Korea, Singapore, the UK, Finland, the Netherlands, Denmark, and China. China ranks 10th and excels in patent filings and R&D expenditure, surpassing Switzerland in knowledge and technology outputs. These countries lead through strong innovation ecosystems and investment in technology.
India’s Performance Improves on Global Innovation Index
India’s Performance and Growth India ranks 38th in the GII 2025, a rise from 48th in 2020. It is the top innovator among lower-middle-income economies and in the Central and Southern Asia region. India scores well in Knowledge and Technology Outputs (22nd) and Market Sophistication (38th). However, it lags in Business Sophistication (64th), Infrastructure (61st), and Institutions (58th). This mix reflects India’s growing research capacity but marks areas needing improvement.
Europe Remains Most Innovative
Regional Innovation Europe remains the most innovative region, led by Switzerland and Sweden. North America holds strong positions with the USA and Canada in the top 20. Asia’s rise is marked by South Korea, Singapore, China, and India making improvements. Southeast Asia, East Asia, and Oceania are emerging as important innovation hubs, reflecting shifting global innovation dynamics