8 Countries With Highest Rates Of Vegetarians

4. Taiwan

Vegetarian Population: 14% 

Taiwan’s prominent religion is Buddhism, and like other countries where Buddhists are in the majority (like Japan and Vietnam), plant foods are preferred here. As of current, nearly 14% of the population has a plant-based diet because of Buddhist principles of non-harm to sentient beings. These beliefs align with food consumption patterns that promote peace and compassion. Furthermore, Taiwan’s agriculture sector, predominantly based on rice and vegetables, supports this trend. The Taiwanese government also encourages sustainable farming practices to strengthen the relationship between local produce and vegetarian cuisine.