Americans’ views of Asia-Pacific nations have not changed since 2018 – with the exception of China
As Americans eye the Asia-Pacific region, they see a mix of friends and some foes, according to a new survey conducted Feb. 1-7, 2021.
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As Americans eye the Asia-Pacific region, they see a mix of friends and some foes, according to a new survey conducted Feb. 1-7, 2021.
Large majorities in most of the 19 countries surveyed have negative views of China, but relatively few say bilateral relations are bad.
Germany’s pandemic response and its role in the EU are also rated positively.
Americans expect China’s international reputation will suffer because of how the country has handled the coronavirus outbreak.
Unfavorable views of China reach new historic high, and a majority supports taking a tougher stand on human rights.
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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A new survey of 16 publics finds a significant uptick in ratings for the U.S., with strong support for Joe Biden and several of his major policy initiatives. But many raise concerns about the health of America’s political system.
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.
Fewer adults have confidence in Joe Biden to handle the U.S.-China relationship than other foreign policy issues.
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