Americans’ views of key foreign policy goals depend on their attitudes toward international cooperation
Americans’ views on foreign policy priorities differ based on a number of factors, including their attitudes toward international engagement.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
Americans’ views on foreign policy priorities differ based on a number of factors, including their attitudes toward international engagement.
A median of 63% across 24 countries surveyed see the UN in a positive light, another 28% see it negatively.
There is minimal praise from other societies for how the United States and China are handling climate change.
German Chancellor Angela Merkel is scheduled to visit the White House this week as she wraps up her final year in office.
As leaders meet for the General Assembly, the United Nations has a mostly positive international image. Read key facts about how people worldwide view the UN.
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.
Majorities in many countries say global climate change is a major threat to their nation. Global concerns about climate change have risen since 2013.
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