Negative Views of China Have Softened Slightly Among Americans
Americans see China unfavorably, but the share with this view has dropped for the first time in five years.
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Americans see China unfavorably, but the share with this view has dropped for the first time in five years.
Most Americans say China’s global influence is growing stronger. Still, they tend to see the U.S. as the world’s top economic and military power.
Americans hold largely negative opinions of China and Xi Jinping, but ratings of both have improved slightly since 2024.
China, Russia and the U.S. are widely viewed as top threats around the world. The U.S. is mostly seen as an economic threat, while Russia is primarily considered a security threat.
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People around the world often name the U.S. as their top ally. China is also a common response, while Europeans commonly name the EU or other regional powers.
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