JOHANNESBURG
As world leaders prepare for the upcoming G20 Summit, a new international survey is putting fresh pressure on governments: citizens across the world’s largest economies say they want more cooperation on global conflicts, not less.
A major poll conducted by The Rockefeller Foundation spanning nearly 20,000 adults across 18 G20 nations reveals that 60% of respondents believe their governments should work hand-in-hand with others to solve global challenges, even if it requires compromising on national priorities.
And the message is unmistakably clear: people are tired of escalating conflicts.
According to the survey, preventing wars and violent crises ranked as a top three priority for 41% of those polled, placing it alongside climate change and economic fairness. A significant majority also said humanitarian concerns such as poverty, access to food and water, and development programs are issues they want leaders to prioritize.
Experts say this level of consensus is unusual. Citizens from India, China, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, Canada, South Africa, and the U.S. expressed that international cooperation would directly benefit their families, suggesting a shift away from isolationism.
At the diplomatic level, this public sentiment comes at a critical moment. G20 foreign ministers have already emphasized coordinated efforts for peace in several global hotspots, including Ukraine, Palestine, Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Meanwhile, leaders at a related G20 media summit warned that information integrity is essential for stability and cooperation.
Chinese President Xi Jinping also urged member states to resist divisive geopolitics and strengthen multilateralism, echoing the public’s call for unity.
With the Johannesburg summit approaching, analysts believe this poll could shape the tone of high-level discussions. Citizens are demanding more than symbolic declarations; they want action, collaboration, and a renewed commitment to global stability.
As one observer put it: “This isn’t just a diplomatic moment, it’s a turning point in public expectations.”
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