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.
Assessments of national economies have seen swift downturns in many countries, and few see improvements anytime soon.
A median of 75% across 14 surveyed countries say they have confidence in German Chancellor Angela Merkel to do the right thing regarding world affairs.
Americans’ opinions of China have soured in recent years. But what are Americans thinking about when they say they have a negative view of China?
Ahead of the 2020 U.S. election, here’s a look at how elections are run in the United States and other countries around the world.
A median of 80% across 10 countries now say their country’s economy is faring badly, compared with a median of 72% who said this in 2008-2009.
A median of 77% across 34 countries surveyed use the internet at least occasionally or own an internet-enabled smartphone.
President Trump’s name is the most frequently mentioned word among Canadians. Mexicans more often cite words related to economics.
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