The year 2024 witnessed numerous global events, particularly in geopolitics, significantly impacting the world economy. For countries like Indonesia, these events marked critical moments of transformation.
As 2025 approaches, nations worldwide face varying challenges, shaped by unique economic, technological, social, and political factors. While some countries display optimism about the coming year, others anticipate facing even greater hurdles. This diversity underscores how a country’s progress depends on interconnected dynamics.
Optimism Backed by Success in 2024
Optimism for the future often stems from prior achievements. Countries with stable economic growth, technological advancements, and progress in social development are generally more confident about the year ahead. These successes typically result from sound policies, political stability, and the ability to adapt to global trends. Inclusive societies and strong collaborations further accelerate positive change.
However, not all nations share this optimism. Many grapple with economic crises, political instability, or environmental challenges.
Indonesia Tops the Optimism Index
According to Ipsos data, Indonesia ranks highest globally for optimism about 2025, with a remarkable 90% of its population expressing confidence in the nation’s potential for economic growth, infrastructure development, and social stability.
Colombia follows closely at 88%, reflecting hope for economic recovery and improved social security. Recent domestic policy efforts likely contribute to this optimism.
The Philippines and China share an 87% optimism rate. In the Philippines, this is likely driven by policy reforms and rapid growth in the digital sector, while in China, technological innovation and its global economic role fuel confidence despite domestic and international challenges.
Peru ranks slightly lower at 85%, with citizens hopeful for economic recovery and political stability. The nation’s focus on tourism and natural resource development may also bolster optimism.
Mexico and South Africa both stand at 84%. Mexicans are optimistic about advancements in trade and international relations, while South Africans see potential in government efforts to enhance social inclusion and address economic inequality.
Malaysia rounds out the list at 81%, showcasing solid confidence rooted in steady economic growth and a robust manufacturing and technology sector.
The data reveals that, despite diverse challenges, the hope for a better 2025 unites nations. High optimism reflects widespread belief in the potential for positive change in the year ahead.
Survey: Indonesians Confident in Prabowo’s Leadership for Economic Growth
A survey by the Indonesian Voter Institute (LPI) highlights public confidence in Indonesia’s economic prospects under President Prabowo Subianto’s leadership.
The Indonesian Voter Institute noted that 2025 would bring challenges both domestically and internationally, influencing Indonesia’s trajectory.
“In the economic sector, 33.5% of respondents believe the national economy in 2025 will be ‘better,’ while 17.38% expect it to be ‘much better,’” the institute stated on Saturday (Dec. 21), as reported by Liputan6.com.
The survey also found that most respondents hope the government prioritizes job creation and unemployment reduction in 2025. Around 54.2% expressed this sentiment, while others emphasized leveraging Indonesia’s demographic advantage to avoid potential pitfalls.
Strengthening small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or informal sectors is another key area, highlighted by 21.02% of respondents.
The study further revealed strong public confidence in the “Red and White Cabinet,” Prabowo’s administration, with 60.3% of respondents being “fairly confident” and 20.7% “very confident” in its programs.
Overall, 63.1% of respondents are “fairly confident,” and 16.5% are “very confident” that Prabowo’s leadership will bring a better future for Indonesia. Only 2.2% are “not confident,” and 13.5% are “less confident.”
Source: goodstats.id, liputan6.com
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