Astonishing Feats of a Tiny Nation: 10 Holland Wonders

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Fact 7: The Netherlands has achieved an astonishing drop in crime, reaching a point where inmates are nearly nonexistent. Since 2009, 19 prisons have closed due to a lack of prisoners. With just 163 registered criminals per 100,000 people, the numbers speak to the success of Dutch crime prevention. Focusing on rehabilitation and social support, the Netherlands shows that tackling crime's root causes builds safer, fairer communities.