Saudi Arabia was recognized as the most trusted government worldwide in the 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer, securing an 87% trust rate among its citizens.
This achievement reflects the Kingdom’s success in strengthening governance, enhancing public confidence, and driving transformative reforms under Vision 2030, spearheaded by H.H. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Key Highlights from the 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer
✅ Highest Government Trust: Saudi Arabia leads globally with an 87% trust rate, outperforming major economies like the United States (47%), the United Kingdom (43%), and Germany (41%).
✅ Positive Future Outlook: The Kingdom ranked #1 in future optimism, with 69% of citizens believing the next generation will be better off—far exceeding the less than 50% optimism rate in many other countries.
✅ Vision 2030’s Impact: The Kingdom’s economic diversification, transparency initiatives, and social reforms have positioned it as a global model for governance and trust.
✅ Global Trust Rankings: Following Saudi Arabia, the top five most trusted governments are:
- 🇨🇳 China – 83%
- 🇦🇪 UAE – 82%
- 🇮🇳 India – 79%
- 🇸🇬 Singapore – 77%
About the Edelman Trust Barometer
The Edelman Trust Barometer is an annual global survey measuring public trust in government, business, media, and NGOs. The 2025 edition gathered insights from 33,000 respondents across 28 countries, making it one of the most comprehensive trust assessments worldwide.
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