Across 19 countries, more people see the U.S. than China favorably – but more see China’s influence growing
Much larger shares of people in most nations see China’s influence growing than say the same of the United States.
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Much larger shares of people in most nations see China’s influence growing than say the same of the United States.
More than nine-in-ten Poles see Russia as a major threat and have no confidence at all in Putin
The U.S. is seen positively in advanced economies for its technology, entertainment, military and universities, but negatively for its health care system, discrimination and the state of its democracy.
Unfavorable views of China also hover near historic highs in most of the 17 advanced economies surveyed.
Citizens offer mixed reviews of how their societies have responded to climate change, and many question the efficacy of international efforts to stave off a global environmental crisis.
Fewer adults have confidence in Joe Biden to handle the U.S.-China relationship than other foreign policy issues.
Family is preeminent for most publics but work, material well-being and health also play a key role.
Most in all three countries are optimistic that U.S. policies and trans-Atlantic relations will improve under his presidency.
Amid the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, people around the world are still concerned by the threat of global climate change.
Few in 14 advanced countries have confidence in either Xi or Trump, and many are critical of how both countries have handled the coronavirus outbreak.
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