PM Modi's Global Triumph: Leading the Approval Race

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PM Modi was ranked number 1 in the list of Global Leader Approval Rating

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"Global leader approval rating" refers to the percentage of people, typically in various countries, who approve of the job performance of a particular world leader

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High approval ratings, like PM Modi's, reflect a leader's influence and a nation's "soft power." They can signal public satisfaction with policies and a strong standing in international relations

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As of July 2025, the latest data from Morning Consult reveals a clear leader: Prime Minister Narendra Modi

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India's PM Modi continues to hold the top spot with an impressive 75% approval rating. He has consistently led the Morning Consult rankings for the past five years

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Following PM, other global leaders who are in the list are Lee Jae-myung (South Korea) with a 59% approval and Javier Milei (Argentina) with a rating of 57%

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Completing the top 5 are, Mark Carney (Canada) who holds and approval rating of 56% and Anthony Albanese (Australia) with a 54%.

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