81% Of Maltese Disagree That Men Are Better Politically Leaders Than Women

More than eight in ten people in Malta disagree that men are generally better political leaders than women, according to findings from a National Statistics Office omnibus survey carried out in September 2025.

The survey, which gathered the views of residents aged 18 and over on household roles, social tolerance and discrimination, found that 81% rejected the statement that men make better political leaders than women.

Women were more likely than men to support gender equality across a range of questions. While 86% of women disagreed that men are better political leaders than women, the figure stood at 77% among men.

The survey also found broad support for equality within the household. Overall, 92% agreed that partners should share equal responsibility for household chores and raising children, while 88% believed both partners should contribute financially to the household.

Women were again more likely to support these views. Around 93% of women agreed that household responsibilities should be shared equally, compared with 90% of men. Similarly, 91% of women believed both partners should contribute financially, compared with 86% of men.

When asked whether tertiary education is more important for boys than girls, 90% of respondents disagreed. Women were again more likely to reject the statement, at 93%, compared with 88% of men.

The survey also found that disagreement with the statement that men are better political leaders was highest among respondents with a tertiary education at 86%, while people aged between 35 and 64 were the most likely age group to reject the idea, at 85%.

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