The Munich Security Report 2026 highlights a striking contrast in global perceptions of U.S. President Donald Trump. While most Western democracies remain skeptical about his return to office and policy decisions, India stands out as an exception, with a significant portion of respondents expressing support.
According to the findings published by the Munich Security Conference, 38 percent of respondents in India felt that Trump’s policies were good for their country, while 36 percent believed his approach was beneficial for the world at large. However, the report also noted concerns among Indians regarding Trump’s economic policies, particularly following the U.S. decision to impose 50 percent tariffs on Indian goods. Despite these concerns, India’s perception of Trump’s broader geopolitical impact was relatively more positive than in many Western nations.
In contrast, approval ratings in countries such as Canada, France, Germany, and Japan ranged between 10 and 15 percent, reflecting a much more critical view of Trump’s leadership.
The Munich Security Index (MSI), which surveys public opinion across G7 nations and key Global South countries, also highlighted persistent skepticism about the Western “rules-based order.” This aligns with remarks from India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, who has previously described the current global order as “anarchic and permeated by double standards” from India’s perspective.
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