Large survey shows crisis of trust among the world population
A global survey has found that the satisfaction of citizens from 24 countries, representing 62% of the world’s population, has fallen dramatically.
More than half of respondents said they were dissatisfied with the world situation – an 11% decline from 2023. In the US, confidence fell 20% last year.
Financial insecurity is top of mind for all citizens, with inflation and job security being the biggest concerns. Concerns about poor government performance, healthcare and technology have pushed out environmental issues, which have fallen to fifth place and are the top concern for just 13% of respondents.
These changes offer business leaders and policymakers insights into how to address global economic challenges and increasingly polarized societies.
The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute in collaboration with Ipsos The commissioned survey measures citizen sentiment, focusing on economics, health, technology, healthcare and government performance.
This survey, known as the FII PRIORITY Compass, takes place every year and surveys a demographically representative sample across a range of ages, backgrounds and countries. It provides data and insights that help shape and inform discussions at FII Institute summits throughout the year.
The Institute’s mission is to have a positive impact on humanity by addressing common issues such as economic growth, prosperity, climate change, technology regulation, and equitable access to health care and education.
This year’s FII PRIORITY Compass report highlights several key themes:
- Dissatisfaction is decreasing sharply worldwide
- 40% of respondents chose cost of living as their top concern for the third year in a row
- 57% report worsening inflation, with this problem being particularly acute in the Global North, where 66% report worsening inflation
- Second among global priorities is governance. 71% of respondents are dissatisfied with the level of corruption in their countries, with concerns particularly high in regions with political instability.
- Healthcare is the third biggest concern, with more than 50% of respondents dissatisfied with the number of doctors, the most commonly cited issue
- Only 13% of respondents say the environment is their biggest concern
- The only country where the environment is the biggest concern of citizens is India
- The Global South is much more optimistic (60%) than the Global North (34%) about the potential of technology to improve their lives.
- Of all the countries surveyed, Saudi citizens are most satisfied with their own lives (84%)
- 37% see AI as a potential threat, while 39% are unsure, highlighting society’s concerns about its impact
FII8 will take place in Riyadh from October 29th to 31st. More than 7,000 executives, investors, experts, scientists and innovators participate in over 200 panel discussions addressing humanity’s big questions. This research will enrich these discussions by providing insight into the real issues that affect people in everyday life.
The FII8 takes place one month after United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and three weeks before G20 meeting in Rio de Janeiro. It takes place four weeks before the meeting of world leaders at the COP29 in Azerbaijan advise on climate protection measures.
Richard Attias, Managing Director of the Future Investment Initiative Institute, says:
“This study is a wake-up call for leaders and policymakers worldwide. The results are sobering because they reflect the real concerns of citizens around the world. We have a unique opportunity to shape a better and safer world, but only if those responsible focus on the important issues.”
The full report can be found at: https://fii-institute.org/
Information about the FII Institute
The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute is a global, data-driven, nonprofit foundation with one investment arm and agenda: Human Impact. Globally and inclusively, we nurture great talent from around the world and transform ideas into real solutions in four key areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Robotics, Education, Healthcare and Sustainability.
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