Datasets

What It Takes to Truly Be ‘One of Us’

In U.S., Canada, Europe, Australia and Japan, publics say language matters more to national identity than birthplace

In Key African Nations, Widespread Discontent With Economy, Corruption

But most are optimistic about future in South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya

Japanese Back Global Engagement Despite Concern About Domestic Economy

Roughly half see U.S. as a threat, majority see U.S. in decline

Even in Era of Disillusionment, Many Around the World Say Ordinary Citizens Can Influence Government

Health care, poverty, education are top motivators for political action

Chinese Public Sees More Powerful Role in World, Names U.S. as Top Threat

Domestic challenges persist: Corruption, consumer safety, pollution

India and Modi: The Honeymoon Continues

Indians remain upbeat about Modi and see India playing larger role in the world, but growing partisan take on Modi’s record

Hostile Neighbors: China vs. Japan

View each other as arrogant, violent; disagree on WWII legacy

Views on National Economies Mixed as Many Countries Continue to Struggle

Mood positive in China, India, Australia; big differences across EU

Europeans Fear Wave of Refugees Will Mean More Terrorism, Fewer Jobs

Sharp ideological divides across EU on views about minorities, diversity and national identity

As Obama Years Draw to Close, President and U.S. Seen Favorably in Europe and Asia

Few overseas confident that Trump can handle foreign policy

As Elections Near, Most Australians Trust Turnbull’s Handling of World Affairs

But many frustrated over climate change, economy and refugees

Europeans Face the World Divided

Many question national influence and obligations to allies, but share desire for greater EU role in global affairs

Euroskepticism Beyond Brexit

Significant opposition in key European countries to an ever closer EU

The Divide Over Islam and National Laws in the Muslim World

Varied views on whether Quran should influence laws in countries

Smartphone Ownership and Internet Usage Continues to Climb in Emerging Economies

But advanced economies still have higher rates of technology use

Wide Ideological Divides on Most Major Issues as Venezuela's Elections Near

Venezuelans not keen to embrace Maduro or Chávez’s legacy

Global Support for Principle of Free Expression, but Opposition to Some Forms of Speech

Americans Especially Likely to Embrace Individual Liberties

Global Concern about Climate Change, Broad Support for Limiting Emissions

U.S., China Less Worried; Partisan Divides in Key Countries

Deep Divisions in Turkey as Election Nears

But Turks Share Negative Views of Foreign Powers

Canadians Satisfied with U.S. Relationship

Most Have Positive View of U.S. but Disagree with Americans over Keystone Pipeline

Corruption, Pollution, Inequality Are Top Concerns in China

Many Worry about Threats to Traditions and Culture

The Modi Bounce

Indians Give Their Prime Minister and Economy High Marks, Worry about Crime, Jobs, Prices, Corruption

Health Care, Education Are Top Priorities in Sub-Saharan Africa

Most Are Optimistic about Economic Future

Americans’ Concerns about China: Economics, Cyberattacks, Human Rights Top the List

Republicans Especially Likely to See Threats from China

How Asia-Pacific Publics See Each Other and Their National Leaders

Japan Viewed Most Favorably, No Leader Enjoys Majority Support

Declining Ratings for Mexico’s Peña Nieto

Fewer Say Government Is Making Progress against Drug Cartels

Russia, Putin Held in Low Regard around the World

Russia’s Image Trails U.S. across All Regions

Global Publics: Economic Conditions Are Bad

But Positive Sentiment Rebounding in Europe, Japan, U.S.

Latin Americans Approve of U.S. Re-establishing Diplomatic Ties with Cuba

But Publics Have Mixed Views of Cuba and Little Confidence in Raul Castro

Extremism Concerns Growing in West and Predominantly Muslim Countries

Worries Especially Widespread in Western Europe and U.S.

Climate Change Seen as Top Global Threat

Americans, Europeans, Middle Easterners Focus on ISIS as Greatest Danger

A Global Middle Class Is More Promise than Reality

From 2001 to 2011, Nearly 700 Million Step Out of Poverty, but Most Only Barely

Global Publics Back U.S. on Fighting ISIS, but Are Critical of Post-9/11 Torture

Asian Nations Mostly Support TPP, Defense Pivot – but Also Value Economic Ties with China

Iran’s Global Image Mostly Negative

Israel, Arab States Share Unfavorable View of Middle East Neighbor

NATO Publics Blame Russia for Ukrainian Crisis, but Reluctant to Provide Military Aid

In Russia, Anti-Western Views and Support for Putin Surge

Faith in European Project Reviving

But Most Say Rise of Eurosceptic Parties Is a Good Thing

Spring 2015 Survey Data

Germany and the United States: Reliable Allies

But Disagreement on Russia, Global Leadership and Trade

2015 U.S.-Germany Survey Data

Americans, Japanese: Mutual Respect 70 Years After the End of WWII

Neither Trusts China, Differ on Japan’s Security Role in Asia

2015 U.S.-Japan Survey Data

Indians Reflect on Their Country & the World

Troubled by Economic Problems, Corruption, Pakistan and China

Indians Want Political Change

Modi Viewed More Favorably than Gandhi

Winter 2014 India Survey Data

Cell Phones in Africa: Communication Lifeline

Texting Most Common Activity, but Mobile Money Popular in Several Countries

Internet Seen as Positive Influence on Education but Negative on Morality in Emerging and Developing Nations

Internet Usage More Common Among the Young, Well-Educated and English Speakers

Discontent with Politics Common in Many Emerging and Developing Nations

Widespread Belief That Wealthy Have Too Much Influence

Many in Emerging and Developing Nations Disconnected from Politics

Participation Highest in Middle East

Pope Francis’ Image Positive in Much of World

Less Well-Known Outside of Latin America and Europe

Crime and Corruption Top Problems in Emerging and Developing Countries

Most National Institutions Respected, Especially Military

People in Emerging Markets Catch Up to Advanced Economies in Life Satisfaction

Asians Most Optimistic about Future, Middle Easterners the Least

Middle Easterners See Religious and Ethnic Hatred as Top Global Threat

Europeans and Americans Focus on Inequality as Greatest Danger

Tunisian Confidence in Democracy Wanes

Ratings for Islamist Ennahda Party Have Declined Since Revolution

Emerging and Developing Economies Much More Optimistic than Rich Countries about the Future

Education, Hard Work Considered Keys to Success, but Inequality Still a Challenge

Faith and Skepticism about Trade, Foreign Investment

Global Public Downbeat about Economy

Many Wary of the Future

A Less Gloomy Mood in Pakistan

Sharif Gets High Marks, while Khan’s Ratings Drop

Mexican President Peña Nieto’s Ratings Slip with Economic Reform

Fewer Mexicans Report Having Friends or Family in the U.S.

Turks Divided on Erdogan and the Country’s Direction

About Half Support Gezi Park Protests

Global Opposition to U.S. Surveillance and Drones, but Limited Harm to America’s Image

Many in Asia Worry about Conflict with China

Russia's Global Image Negative amid Crisis in Ukraine

Americans’ and Europeans’ Views Sour Dramatically

Concerns about Islamic Extremism on the Rise in Middle East

Negative Opinions of al Qaeda, Hamas and Hezbollah Widespread

Mounting Pessimism about Two-State Israeli-Palestinian Solution

Iran’s Global Image Largely Negative

Favorable Ratings Fall Further in the Middle East

Syria’s Neighbors Want Assad to Step Down, But No Appetite for Aid to Rebels

Many Fear Extremists Could Take Control of Syria

On Eve of World Cup, Brazil Well-Regarded in Much of the World

Young People Especially Positive

Spring 2014 Survey Data

Brazilian Discontent Ahead of World Cup

President Rousseff Gets Poor Marks on Key Issues

One Year after Morsi’s Ouster, Divides Persist on El-Sisi, Muslim Brotherhood

Frustration Mounts as Confidence in Democracy Wanes

A Fragile Rebound for EU Image on Eve of European Parliament Elections

EU Favorability Rises, but Majorities Say Their Voice Is Not Heard in Brussels

Despite Concerns about Governance, Ukrainians Want to Remain One Country

Many Leery of Russian Influence, as Putin Gets Boost at Home

Support in Principle for U.S.-EU Trade Pact

But Some Americans and Germans Wary of TTIP Details

2014 U.S.-Germany Trade Survey Data

Public Health a Major Priority in African Nations

Improving Hospitals, Dealing with HIV/AIDS are Top Issues

Global Views on Morality

Compare Values across 40 Countries

Emerging and Developing Nations Want Freedom on the Internet

Young Especially Opposed to Censorship

Worldwide, Many See Belief in God as Essential to Morality

Richer Nations Are Exception

Emerging Nations Embrace Internet, Mobile Technology

Cell Phones Nearly Ubiquitous in Many Countries

Attitudes about Aging: A Global Perspective

In a Rapidly Graying World, Japanese Are Worried, Americans Aren’t

Despite Challenges, Africans Are Optimistic about the Future

Economic Outlook More Positive in Africa than Europe or Middle East

Mexicans and Salvadorans Have Positive Picture of Life in U.S.

Widespread Concern about Drugs and Gangs at Home

Saudi Arabia’s Image Falters among Middle East Neighbors

Mixed Views of Saudi Influence, Record on Civic Freedoms

Environmental Concerns on the Rise in China

Many Also Worried about Inflation, Inequality, Corruption

UN Retains Strong Global Image

Robust Support in America, Especially among Democrats

Tunisians Disaffected with Leaders as Conditions Worsen

Doubts about Democracy; Most Support Political Role for Islam

Muslim Publics Share Concerns about Extremist Groups

Much Diminished Support for Suicide Bombing

Global Opinion of Russia Mixed

Negative Views Widespread in Mideast and Europe

As Mali Votes, Mixed Reception to French Intervention from Publics in Africa and Middle East

Most French Approve

America’s Global Image Remains More Positive than China’s

But Many See China Becoming World’s Leading Power

Japanese Public’s Mood Rebounding, Abe Highly Popular

China and South Korea Very Negative Toward Japan

Climate Change and Financial Instability Seen as Top Global Threats

Global Views of Iran Overwhelmingly Negative

Opposition Still Widespread to Tehran Obtaining Nuclear Arms

The Global Divide on Homosexuality

Greater Acceptance in More Secular and Affluent Countries

Economies of Emerging Markets Better Rated During Difficult Times

Egyptians Increasingly Glum

Not Optimistic about Economy or Certain They Are Better Off Post-Mubarak

The New Sick Man of Europe: the European Union

Despite Their Wide Differences, Many Israelis and Palestinians Want Bigger Role for Obama in Resolving Conflict

On Eve of Elections, a Dismal Public Mood in Pakistan

Spring 2013 Survey Data

Widespread Middle East Fears that Syrian Violence Will Spread

No Love for Assad, Yet No Support for Arming the Rebels

U.S. Image Rebounds in Mexico

Fewer See Better Life North of the Border, but 35% Would Migrate

U.S. Public, Experts Differ on China Policies

Public Deeply Concerned about China's Economic Power

U.S.-China Security Perceptions Project 2012 General Public Survey Data