The GEM survey offers an in-depth analysis of the various social, cultural, political, and economic factors that impact the entrepreneurial landscape and activities, serving as a comprehensive framework for understanding national entrepreneurial conditions. These factors play a crucial role in shaping individuals' entrepreneurial ambitions and the success of business creation and operation. Survey delivers unparalleled insights into a nation's entrepreneurial characteristics, surpassing the information available from traditional statistical sources. The study also examines individuals' and societies' attitudes towards entrepreneurship, as well as people’s aspirations and capabilities for entrepreneurship, across all stages of the entrepreneurial process. By examining these aspects across different countries, GEM identifies key drivers and barriers for entrepreneurship, enabling a supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem. This edition highlights the gaps between entrepreneurial potential, the quality of entrepreneurial activity, and the effectiveness of the ecosystem in supporting transitions to growth and innovation-driven entrepreneurship.