Global Advisor

In the lead-up to COP26, the 2021 UN Climate Change Conference, an average of 51% across the 28 counties feel that it is right to prioritise the impact on the environment, nearly double the 26% who put greater weight on economic impacts.

Our 30-country survey finds a large majority think their mental health and physical health are equally important, but they do not see this reflected in their country’s healthcare services.

27-country survey finds nearly half say abortion should be permitted whenever a woman wants one, and one quarter say it should be allowed only in certain circumstances.

Overall, Germany is widely perceived to have been a trustworthy partner under outgoing Chancellor Angela Merkel.

Overall, Germany is widely perceived to have been a trustworthy partner under outgoing Chancellor Angela Merkel.

Still, most citizens view getting first doses of COVID vaccines to all who want them a greater priority than making booster shots available.

Featured topics include obesity, sustainability, populism, youth skills and the Tokyo Olympics. We also take a closer look at the latest research from Russia and Africa.

“System Is Broken” Index highly correlated with outcomes-based metrics indicative of social progress

Optimism prevails about access to digital tools and technology.