Global Survey Finds 55% Back International Cooperation Across 34 Countries as War Fears Rise
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Updated · The Guardian · Aug 26
Global Survey Finds 55% Back International Cooperation Across 34 Countries as War Fears Rise
2 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Aug 26
Summary
A 36,000-person survey across 34 countries found 55% would support international cooperation even at some cost to national interest, versus 20% opposed.
Rising fears of major conflict drove that result, with the report arguing the rules-based order is eroding amid nuclear tensions and more confrontational US, Russian and Chinese postures.
More than 70% said governments should uphold human rights and the rule of law, tackle climate, AI and cyber risks, and fund humanitarian aid; 80% backed a global system to promote peace and dignity.
People active in local communities and across ethnic or religious divides were 50% more likely to favor cooperation, suggesting domestic civic ties can strengthen support for cross-border action.
The survey said publics increasingly look beyond the US, China and Russia for leadership, naming Canada, Australia, Italy, Japan, the UK, France, Brazil and South Korea as potential unifying powers.