Countries in the world that practice compulsory cremation.

Compulsory cremation is practiced in the following countries:

1. Japan: Japan is the only country in the world that implements compulsory cremation. The Japanese government believes that compulsory cremation can prevent the risk of disease transmission, protect the environment and keep the city clean. According to the Japanese cremation law, unless otherwise permitted, the deceased must be cremated and must be completed within 7 days.

2. Singapore: Singapore is also one of the countries that implement compulsory cremation. According to the provisions of the cremation law in Singapore, all the deceased must be cremated unless other forms of burial are needed for reasons such as doctrine or religious belief.

3. Malaysia: According to the Muslim Law 1948 promulgated by the Malaysian government, the remains of all Muslim dead must be cremated within 24 hours, which is a religious regulation that is regarded as bound by Muslim teachings.

In addition, some countries are gradually promoting cremation, such as Germany, Italy and Spain.