MalayMail-June 28
Malaysia is among the top 10 most trusting nations out of the 28 surveyed with its Trust Index score going up six points to 68 compared to 2023, the recently-released 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer showed. The global public relations consultancy firm said the surge in trust is a reflection of a growing confidence in the stability and democratic governance of the Anwar administration. “Malaysia’s rise in trust underscores a positive shift in public perception towards our governance and institutional frameworks,” said Edelman Malaysia chief operating officer Christopher de Cruz in an accompanying press release yesterday.
“This increase signals a growing optimism in our ability to navigate economic challenges and foster inclusive growth. The global report was published in January this year but the Malaysian version was launched in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday. In the survey, Malaysians showed a massive and significant increase in trust in government, with the country ranking 7th and 67 per cent of respondents agreeing to the sentiment — a rise of 13 percentage points. According to Edelman, business is the most trusted institution in Malaysia, closely trailed by NGOs, while the government is perceived as less competent and ethical than business. It also pointed out that Malaysian respondents were skeptical towards establishment leaders, with widespread concern that government, businesses and journalists are “purposefully trying to mislead people”, potentially leading to decreased trust in sole authority figures. Edelman also said that Malaysian respondents called for more vital collaboration between businesses and the government to address pressing societal issues, with public support for businesses partnering with the government in innovation surging 19 per cent since 2015. “Restoring trust hinges on transparent engagement between businesses, government, and the public … ,” de Cruz added. Read more at: https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2024/06/28/survey-shows-surge-in-malaysians-trust-in-govt-reflecting-growing-confidence-in-stability-of-anwar-administration/141816
