Younger people (particularly young women) are the most likely to feel depressed and take time off work due to stress according to an Ipsos report for World Mental Health Day 2024
Conducted monthly in 29 countries among 20,000 adults for over a decade, the Ipsos What Worries the World study offers an exceptional snapshot of world opinion on pressing global issues.
Ipsos’ largest public survey in its history. 50,000 interviews, 50 markets, 74% of the world's population and 90% of the world's Gross Domestic Product.
Malaysians have shown a significant growth in optimism on the country’s direction. Now, 7 out of 10 Malaysians believe that the country is heading in the right direction, a remarkable 19% increase compared to a year ago. While the optimism levels in other Southeast Asian countries and the world have remained constant or declined over the past year, Malaysia’s sustained growth of optimism indicates a positive outlook among its citizens.
Our latest survey shows that only half of Malaysians are satisfied with our national infrastructure, and we are the lowest in the region. Malaysians show lower satisfaction with the quality of infrastructure, especially flood defense. Only two out of five Malaysians are satisfied with it, despite the government has been improving its flood defense systems in recent years.
Malaysians believe the country’s education quality has improved since their time in school. However, they are not as confident in the overall quality of education compared to other countries. Singapore ranks highest among its citizens in terms of education quality.
Many countries are emphasizing the need for increased integration of technology in school curriculum. There is a general perception that schools and teachers are primarily responsible for teaching children digital literacy and online safety.
Ipsos 32-country survey reveals that 2 out of 3 people across the world claims that they have a good understanding of AI. In Malaysia, the number is slightly lower compared to our SEA neighboring countries like Indonesia, Thailand and Singapore.
Malaysians display great excitement about AI. However, this is also tempered with a degree of nervousness. The impact of AI on the job market seems to be apparent to Malaysians, as they anticipate potential redundancies of their current jobs. Despite this, many are optimistic that AI will make things better and contribute to the economy.
Conducted monthly in 29 countries among a panel of over 20,000 adults for more than a decade, What Worries the World survey offers an exceptional snapshot of world opinion on pressing global issues.
The 2024 Paris Games, which is scheduled to be held from 26th July to 11th August, will be the first Games after the Covid-19 pandemic. It will welcome back crowds and a more vibrant and celebratory atmosphere. The Paris Games is not only a sporting event for Malaysians. 8 out of 10 Malaysians view it as an opportunity of unity, pride and an inspiration for future generations to engage in sports.
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