Great Nations

What makes a great nation?

A nation can be great for all kinds of reasons, but | nations with high levels of trust, have higher income levels and more stable governments. The citizens possess higher levels of social capital, which is built through positive interactions between people - which then leads to greater economic development. | So, what makes a great nation? You & me.

NATIONS WHERE CITIZENS HAVE HIGH AMOUNTS OF TRUST
China
Norway
Sweden
Canada
United States

NATIONS WHERE CITIZENS HAVE LOW AMOUNTS OF TRUST
South Africa
Chile
Nigeria
Peru
Lebanon

SOURCE
| July/August 2010 Fast Company
Graph:Pew Research Center