Saudi Arabia
Explore Gallup's research.
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Recently restored ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia begin a new chapter in the Middle East. But as Saudi-U.S. relations fray, Gallup data show Saudi Arabia's relative soft power.
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Canada and Great Britain are again the countries Americans view most favorably, while Russia has slipped to join North Korea as the least favorably rated of 21 countries.
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Although Saudi workplaces have maintained levels of engagement, many workers say they're seeking a new job. What should employers do to retain talent?
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Discover whether Saudi Arabia is making strides or falling behind on its ambitious Vision 2030 goals.
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Americans view Canada, Great Britain, France and Japan the best of 19 countries asked about -- and North Korea, Afghanistan, Iran, Russia and Iraq the worst.
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Gallup's snapshot of how satisfied people in 145 countries and areas were in 2019 with efforts to preserve the environment and with air and water.
Only 17% of unemployed Saudis would opt for private-sector employment, compared with 81% who prefer government jobs.
Between potentially earning better pay in the private sector and job security in the government sector, Saudis choose the latter.