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Asia

Opinion Briefing: U.S.-Pakistan Policy

Nearly half (48%) of Pakistanis see U.S. missile strikes as ineffective

December 29, 2008

A recent Gallup Poll in Pakistan reveals nearly half of Pakistanis (48%) believe U.S. missile strikes are not an effective way to rid their country of the Taliban, and majorities (54%) now view U.S. military presence in Afghanistan and Asia as a threat.More ...

Pakistanis Support Tougher Stance on Terrorism

Nearly half of citizens (49%) say their government isn’t doing enough

December 17, 2008

A Gallup Poll of Pakistanis in October found a solid majority (60%) saying the Pakistani government should take a tougher approach to rid their country of terrorist activities.More ...

Before Attacks, Intercommunal Tensions Rising in India

Citizens growing more likely to expect conflict between Muslims, Hindus

December 8, 2008

Gallup Polls in India find 22% of residents anticipating more conflict between Muslims and Hindus in that country, nearly double the percentage who did so in 2006, but still less than the 40% anticipating less conflict.More ...

Tough Times in Export Economies of Developed Asia

Majorities in most APEC states see economic conditions getting worse

December 2, 2008

The global economic crisis is exacting a hefty toll on export-reliant economies in developed Asia, where recession is either a threat or already reality. Gallup Polls in the region show consumer sentiment took a more negative turn after the global economic slump began in 2007.More ...

Before Attacks, 55% of Indians OK With Anti-Terror Efforts

Fewer Indians say Pakistan is doing enough to fight cross-border terror

November 28, 2008

A Gallup Poll in India shows that before the terrorist attacks in Mumbai, a slim majority of Indians (55%) felt their government was doing enough to fight terrorism.More ...

In Japan, Recession Echoes Consumer Woes

Only 9% say economic conditions are good

November 18, 2008

With the news that Japan’s economy is now in recession, Gallup Polls in Japan this year find consumer confidence eroding and only 9% of Japanese saying economic conditions in their country are good.More ...

Opinion Briefing: Korea-U.S. Free Trade Agreement

In 2007, South Koreans were mixed on benefits

November 13, 2008

As the incoming Obama administration weighs whether to renegotiate the Korea-U.S. Free Trade Agreement, Gallup revisits South Koreans’ views on the issue and potential policy implications for the United States.More ...

Most Chinese Have No Opinion in U.S. Election

Preference for Obama is higher in urban areas

October 28, 2008

Despite widespread news coverage, China’s massive population has little to say about the U.S. presidential race. Barack Obama wins slightly more support than John McCain within the margin of error, 12% to 5%, while most respondents did not offer an opinion.More ...

Filipinos Slightly Favor McCain; Majority No Preference

Forty-nine percent said election outcome makes a difference

October 21, 2008

The Philippines is one of only a few countries Gallup surveyed where citizens preferred John McCain to Barack Obama as the next U.S. president. In late May 2008, Filipinos slightly favored McCain (28%) over Obama (20%), though a slim majority did not express a preference.More ...

Japanese Back Obama Over McCain

Disapproval of Bush and disappointment in domestic politics factors

October 21, 2008

Two-thirds of Japanese adults (66%) surveyed by telephone say they would “personally rather see” Barack Obama elected U.S. president, while 15% say they would prefer John McCain.More ...

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Opinion Briefing: U.S.-Pakistan Policy

Nearly half (48%) of Pakistanis see U.S. missile strikes as ineffective

Pakistanis Support Tougher Stance on Terrorism

Nearly half of citizens (49%) say their government isn’t doing enough

Before Attacks, Intercommunal Tensions Rising in India

Citizens growing more likely to expect conflict between Muslims, Hindus

Tough Times in Export Economies of Developed Asia

Majorities in most APEC states see economic conditions getting worse

Before Attacks, 55% of Indians OK With Anti-Terror Efforts

Fewer Indians say Pakistan is doing enough to fight cross-border terror

In Japan, Recession Echoes Consumer Woes

Only 9% say economic conditions are good

Opinion Briefing: Korea-U.S. Free Trade Agreement

In 2007, South Koreans were mixed on benefits

Most Chinese Have No Opinion in U.S. Election

Preference for Obama is higher in urban areas

Filipinos Slightly Favor McCain; Majority No Preference

Forty-nine percent said election outcome makes a difference

Japanese Back Obama Over McCain

Disapproval of Bush and disappointment in domestic politics factors

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In Developed Asia, a Clear Preference for Obama

In South Asia, Few Opinions on U.S. Presidential Race

Few Pakistanis Perceive Benefits From Alliance With U.S.

Japanese Consumer Confidence Crumbling

Terrorism, Economy Dual Threats for Pakistanis

Cambodians Open to Foreign Investment

Cambodians to Vote, but Dissatisfied With Their Democracy

Economic Concerns Simmer Ahead of Indonesia’s Election

Mongolia’s Disputed Election Underscores Public Distrust

Most Japanese Say Economy Getting Worse