Bangladesh

Many in Asia Wait to Rate New U.S. Administration

Approval down in three of eight countries polled

September 22, 2009

Across eight Asian countries Gallup surveyed, approval of U.S. leadership is down slightly in 2009 compared with 2008, in large part attributable to an increase in the percentage who did not have an opinion. In Afghanistan and Pakistan, approval of U.S. leadership remains steady.More ...

Religion, Secularism Working in Tandem in Bangladesh

Secular governance not reducing importance citizens place on religion

July 29, 2009

Despite a landslide victory by the secular Awami League in the December 2008 election, Bangladeshis remain strongly religious in their personal lives, showing a movement toward separation of religion and politics.More ...

Bangladeshis See Corruption as Decreasing but Widespread

Most see improvement, but still perceive corruption to be widespread

January 29, 2009

Prior to the election of Bangladesh’s new government, Bangladeshis painted a mixed picture of corruption in their nation. While 73% perceive improvement over the past five years, 75% still perceived corruption to be widespread within the government.More ...

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

Few respondents in Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan express any opinions

October 21, 2008

Gallup Polls in Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan show large disconnect between many of the world’s poorest people and the U.S. presidential race.More ...

Bangladeshis Positive Despite Political Uncertainty

Citizens more likely to express confidence in their government and economy than a year ago

October 12, 2007

While on an uncertain political course, the Gallup World Poll reveals positive momentum in Bangladesh. Citizens of the predominantly Muslim nation continue to place a high value on democracy, and are also more likely to express confidence in their government and their economy than they were a year ago.More ...