Love is in the air — and Southeast Asia is breathing it in deeply. In a global snapshot of romantic satisfaction, Indonesia and Malaysia have emerged among the world’s top ten countries where people are happiest in their love lives. The findings come from the Ipsos Love Life Satisfaction 2025 survey, which reveals how people around the world feel about romance, relationships, and emotional connection.
While Latin America still dominates the top spots, Indonesia and Malaysia proudly stand as Southeast Asia’s only representatives, proving that passion and partnership thrive just as well closer to home.
Latin Countries Still Lead, But Asia Isn’t Far Behind
Tied at the top of the chart are Mexico and Chile, where a whopping 86% of people say they’re satisfied with their love lives. Colombia and the Netherlands follow closely at 85%. Then comes Indonesia (84%), tying with Spain, and just ahead of Malaysia (83%), which shares its spot with Argentina.
Peru and New Zealand round out the top ten with a still-impressive 82% satisfaction rate.
Millennials Are the Most Love-Satisfied Generation
One of the report’s standout insights is that Millennials, especially those in their 30s and early 40s, report significantly higher satisfaction in romantic life than Gen X or Baby Boomers. Globally, 63% of Millennials say they’re happy in love, compared to 58% of Gen X and just 55% of Boomers.
This age group is often navigating love in the middle of modern expectations and traditional values — a balance that might explain high scores in countries like Indonesia and Malaysia, where cultural norms continue to influence relationship dynamics, but younger generations are expressing love more openly and confidently.
Southeast Asia Holds Its Own in the Global Love Arena
It’s easy to assume that the happiest lovers come from Latin cultures — where passion is part of daily life — but the inclusion of Indonesia and Malaysia challenges that narrative. In both countries, love is often grounded in loyalty, emotional support, and family values, but it’s also evolving with new generations who seek connection, respect, and partnership.
Whether it’s romantic strolls in Jakarta, quiet coffee dates in Kuala Lumpur, or expressions of love over distance via social media, Southeast Asians are making space for love — and making it last.
