Merkel will end her tenure in office as a leader who was internationally popular during tumultuous times
During Merkel’s tenure, Germans have generally had more favorable views of their economy than other Europeans and Americans had of their own.
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During Merkel’s tenure, Germans have generally had more favorable views of their economy than other Europeans and Americans had of their own.
Nearly seven-in-ten Americans think it is very important for the United States to be a world leader in scientific achievements.
Even as they age, younger generations in the U.S. tend to be more favorably disposed to groups, leaders and countries beyond their border.
Americans are much more likely than Germans to see U.S. bases in Germany as important for their country’s national security.
Globally, people tend to express little confidence in President Vladimir Putin’s ability to do the right thing regarding world affairs.
The U.S. stands out to many around the world as the country their nation can rely on most. But substantial shares in some countries see it as their greatest threat.
Asked in spring 2019 which country or group poses the greatest threat to their country in the future, just 6% of Americans named Iran.
The U.S. receives more positive marks than China in 21 countries surveyed, while China fares better than the U.S. in seven countries.
Views of the U.S. are favorable across many of the 33 countries we surveyed in 2019, although confidence in U.S. President Donald Trump is low.
Across 25 countries surveyed in 2018, at least a plurality of respondents in nine nations have favorable views of both the U.S. and China.
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