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Malaysia Seventh Most Trusted Nation in the World Says Study

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This article reports on a trust survey with no direct commercial mechanism. No company, product, commodity, supply chain, or regulatory action is mentioned. The findings are sociological and do not affect any sector's revenue, cost, or margin.

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  • Malaysia ranked 7th globally in 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer with Trust Index of 71 (up from 66).
  • 65% of Malaysians exhibit an 'insular trust mindset'.
  • 87% of respondents believe distrust among differing viewpoints has intensified.
  • Only 37% actively seek diverse political information.
  • Trust gap of 9 points between high- and low-income groups in Malaysia.

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