Global perceptions of the U.S. have deteriorated for a second consecutive year and are now worse than views of Russia, an annual study on ​democracy published on Friday showed, as U.S. President Donald Trump's policies continue ‌to severely strain the NATO alliance.
The Denmark-based Alliance of Democracies Foundation, which commissioned the survey, said the U.S. was also most frequently named in response to which country posed the greatest threat to ​the world, after Russia and Israel. The survey did not go into ​details on the criteria used, but the Alliance says its aim is ⁠to defend and advance democratic values.


Global Survey Shows Declining Trust in US; China Perception Remains Positive

Multiple global polls indicate a sharp rise in the perception of the United States as a security threat. Surveys show that both G7 and BRICS nations increasingly view the US as a risk, with threat perception rising notably in countries like Canada and India.

The findings highlight shifting geopolitical attitudes and growing global unease over Washington’s foreign policy direction.

America a Security Threat? Global Polls Show Rising View Of US As Risk 

India’s Economic Survey 2025-26 has raised concerns over rising fiscal risks at the state level, highlighting growing debt, widening deficits, and mounting pressure on public finances across several states. The survey stresses the need for fiscal discipline, structural reforms, and improved revenue mobilisation to ensure long-term economic stability.

India’s Economic Survey 2025-26: Rising Fiscal Risks at State Level Explained

A new survey conducted between January 13 and 19, 2026, shows that around 51% of respondents view US President Donald Trump as an enemy to Europe. The findings highlight growing transatlantic tensions and shifting public opinion on US leadership and foreign policy.

Trump New Survey: Poll Finds Majority of Europeans View Trump as Enemy

A past survey that accurately predicted the election of a Black US president now draws attention again, as over a thousand Americans share views on what they believe will change in the United States by 2025.


Survey correctly envisaged election of black president in US

The public approval rating for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's cabinet fell to 23.1% in April, hitting the lowest level since he took office in October last year. Watch in for more details!

Japan: Ishiba cabinet approval rating falls to 23. 1% in April

A global survey has ranked South Africa as the most dangerous country to drive in, with high accident rates and road safety concerns. Meanwhile, India ranks 49th, among the five worst, while Norway takes the top spot as the safest country for drivers.

South Africa ranked the world’s most dangerous place to drive

World | Trending | India news | The safest country in the world is Andorra, with a safety index of 84.7, while the least safe country according to the ranking is Venezuela, with a safety index of 19.3.

Safest countries in the world 2025: India listed higher than US. Check ranks

A new survey reveals that a majority of voters in Bangladesh want general elections to be held by the end of 2025. Surprisingly, half of the respondents admitted they hadn’t voted in any of the last three elections. With political uncertainty growing, will the government heed public demand for an early election?

Majority of voters in Bangladesh want an early elections according to survey

In China, nearly 60% of people above 60 are empty nesters. This is according to a Nationwide survey. This is an increase of more than 10 percentage points in a decade, and some say they cannot afford to live in a nursing home. The empty nesters refer to couples or older people residing alone in a home. Watch in for more details!

China: 60% of Chinese Aged Over 60 Empty Nesters, Survey Finds

Official campaigning for the October 27 general election began in Japan on Tuesday, as Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba seeks a new mandate and to rebuild public trust in politics, which has been harmed by a slush funds scandal engulfing his ruling party.

Japan's To Go On Polls On October 27; 465 Seats Up For Grabs In The Polls

As Chinese premier Li Qiang landed in Pakistan for a four-day visit on Monday, the situation is far from routine diplomacy. Instead, it's one marred by escalating security concerns, particularly after the October 6 suicide bombing near Karachi's Jinnah international airport, which claimed the lives of two Chinese nationals and injured several others. The development comes amidst, a survey by the China Chamber of Commerce in Pakistan (CCCPK) stating that 83.4% of the surveyed Chinese companies in Pakistan believe the security situation in Pakistan is deteriorating, with no signs of improvement in the near term.

Can Pakistan Reassure China, Safeguard Its Citizens?

LGBTQ+ youth face higher rates of mental health issues and suicidal thoughts, CDC report finds

Why do Millennials not want kids? Is money a big reason? Molly Gambhir tells you what a new survey reveals.

Is money a big reason why Millennials don't want to have kids?

The Israeli public prefers Netanyahu as Prime Minister but doesn't trust his intentions, according to a recent N12 survey.

Israel elections | Survey: Netanyahu is most favoured PM candidate

Ben Houchen recently said the Conservatives were “fighting like rats in a sack” and needed to urgently unite ahead of the general election. Watch to know more.

UK: Ben Houchen takes jab at Tories, says Party 'needs to be united'

More than 9 million ‘akiya’ homes (empty houses) 13.8 per cent of all Japan’s residential properties – have been left empty after owners die, a new report found. Watch in for more details!

Japan's abandoned houses in focus: Super-aged Japan now has 9 million vacant homes

Let's look at investment trends and expectations in Asian markets. A Bloomberg markets live pulse survey shows that investors should look towards India rather than China or Japan. This is mainly driven by India's potential to convert its growing economy into corporate profits

Investors pick India as the greatest investment: Survey

CEO's 6-year-old daughter rates Etihad on no pyjamas, chocolates. Here's how airline reacted

Japan's economic outlook remains uncertain, with mixed signals emerging from a recent central bank survey. The survey showed a surprising surge in sentiment among large non-manufacturing businesses. Their confidence index reached the highest level since 1991. Watch in for more details!

Japan’s service sector sentiment hits 3-decade high, says survey

There's a visible uptick in child marriages in Bangladesh. Data released by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics say that 41.6% of women in Bangladesh in 2023 were married off before they even turned 18. This figure is based on a survey conducted over 300,000 households.

Report: 41.6% Bangladeshi women are child brides

Nev maker BYD posted its slowest profit growth in two years. The electric vehicle giant reported an 18.6% rise in profit for the October-december quarter, its slowest since the first three months of 2022.

Survey shows inflation worry at a five month-high

An interesting study is coming up from Iran, according to the study by the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance, there has been a significant decline in adherence to religious values.

Government study shows that Iranians now less religious

Ahead of the general elections, the powerful Pakistan Army has emerged as the 'most trusted institution'. A new survey has revealed that the Army has an approval rating of 75% approval ratings.

Gravitas | Pak Army 'most trusted' institution | New survey reveals surprising results

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