People across 24 countries continue to view UN favorably
A median of 63% across 24 countries surveyed see the UN in a positive light, another 28% see it negatively.
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A median of 63% across 24 countries surveyed see the UN in a positive light, another 28% see it negatively.
Across 12 countries, a median of 40% of adults say they have no confidence in Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to do the right thing regarding world affairs, while a median of 37% say they have at least some confidence. About eight-in-ten Indians (79%) have a favorable view of Modi, including a 55% majority with a very favorable view.
91% of Americans have unfavorable views of Russia and 83% have unfavorable views of China.
Family is preeminent for most publics but work, material well-being and health also play a key role.
Dissatisfaction with the functioning of democracy is linked to concerns about the economy, the pandemic and social divisions.
Most think social media has made it easier to manipulate and divide people, but they also say it informs and raises awareness.
Though younger people tend to be more internationally oriented than older adults, they differ from one another over how they want their country to engage with the world.
As democratic nations have wrestled with economic, social and geopolitical upheaval in recent years, the future of liberal democracy has come into question. Our international surveys reveal key insights into how citizens think about democratic governance.
Most say U.S. is reliable partner, and ratings for Biden are mostly positive – although down significantly from last year.
Most Americans see little ability for the U.S. and China to cooperate on climate change policy or combating the spread of infectious disease. A majority of Americans continue to view the China-Russia partnership as a very serious problem for the U.S.
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