Nepal

Among potential threats, respondents are most concerned about terrorism
Nepalese respondents are much more likely to consider Pakistan as posing the greatest threat to South Asian security than Afghanistan or India. Concerns about terrorism overshadow fears about crime, nuclear weapons, and rivalries of India with Pakistan and China.

Percentage "thriving" has doubled since 2008
The percentage of Afghans who are "thriving" remains low but is rising every year. It increased to 12% in 2010 from 5% in 2008.

Many Asians don't have an opinion about leaders in each country
President Barack Obama begins his long-awaited trip to Asia this week, including stops in Indonesia, India, Japan, and South Korea. U.S. leadership garners more approval than the leadership of China and India in 11 of 20 Asian countries Gallup surveyed over the course of the past year.

In 10 countries, optimism at or above pre-economic crisis levels
Reflecting Asia's resilience after the global economic crisis, Gallup surveys in 2010 show people's optimism about their financial wellbeing is rebounding across the region.

Afghanistan, Pakistan only countries where majorities disapprove
Approval of U.S. leadership in Asia has seen its share of ups and downs over the last few years. Australia and New Zealand saw the biggest improvements between 2008 and 2010, while Vietnam, Indonesia, and India saw the biggest declines.

Households seek care inside and outside their home countries
About one in five households in Asia report having to travel to another community for medical care in the past year. Fewer are traveling to other countries for care.

Personal outlooks on jobs, standard of living declined significantly
Gallup's Personal Economy Index before and after the global economic meltdown in 2008 shows the crisis rippled through everyday lives around the world. Scores fell significantly in 61 out of 96 countries, documenting a decline in economic situations at the personal and community level.

Just 14% believe they, personally, can “do much” about the environment
Although they are at the forefront of global climate change, the majority of Nepal’s residents have little awareness about global warming and its potential long-term effect on their food and water supply. Even higher percentages believe it is difficult for them to “do much” about the environment.

Urban Nepalese less likely than rural Nepalese to express support
A Gallup Poll conducted in Nepal before the collapse of its first post-royal government last month showed residents were largely mixed on whether their coalition government would be able to work together, but they were still more hopeful than pessimistic.

Many view close links with China, improved relations with India as “good thing”
Nepal’s Maoists are reappraising the country’s relationships with its powerful neighbors. A Gallup Poll in Nepal reveals citizens see positives in better relations with China and India: 81% said close ties with China are good and 97% of those who see better relations with India said this is good.

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