Islamabad: According to a survey conducted by Gallup and Gilani Pakistan, nearly half of Pakistanis anticipate economic prosperity in 2025, optimism higher than last year and higher than India.

The survey in Pakistan was part of a global survey conducted by Gallup International in more than 37 countries with close to 37,338 respondents. The survey is part of a tradition of Gallup International since 1979 in which all members of Gallup International Association participate to study the globe on important subjects. More details can be found here.

A nationally representative sample of adult men and women from across the country was asked the question, '. Compared to this year, in your opinion, will the next year be a year of economic prosperity, economic difficulty or remain the same for your country? In response, 46 % said 'Prosperity', 30% said 'Difficulty', 12% responded 'The same', and 12% said they don't know or gave no response.