Economic Inequality Seen as Major Challenge Around the World
Across 36 countries, a median of 54% say the gap between the rich and poor is a very big problem in their nation.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
Across 36 countries, a median of 54% say the gap between the rich and poor is a very big problem in their nation.
While 84% of Americans and 74% of Germans perceived U.S.-German relations as good, their views differed on some international issues.
People in advanced and emerging economies have mixed feelings about social media’s impact on political life.
Majorities of adults in 18 of 24 countries surveyed this spring rate their nation’s economic situation poorly.
Across 24 countries surveyed, a median of 66% give the EU a positive rating, while 29% give it a negative one.
Across 35 countries, there are some disconnects between how people rate the importance of free expression and how free they feel they actually are.
Focus groups with young adults in France, Germany and the United Kingdom revealed that these young people see the U.S. as the “world’s policeman” with a self-interested history of interventionism, while China is labeled the “world’s factory,” respected for its economic dominance but criticized for its expansionism and human rights violations.
How close do people feel to others around the world? How much do they want their countries involved in international affairs? How do people’s experiences with travel and feelings of international connectedness relate to their views about the world? A recent 24-nation survey explores these questions.
In most countries surveyed, around nine-in-ten or more adults are online. In South Korea, 99% of adults use the internet.
With Diwali celebrations underway, here are some facts about Hindus around the world.
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