Americans’ positive views of Far Eastern powers Japan and China have climbed to landmark levels this year, with Japan’s favorable rating reaching a new high and China’s rising above 50% for the first time in almost three decades. CONT. Jim Norman, Gallup Read more »
Americans Like Canada Most, North Korea Least
Canada once again ranks as the country or territory that Americans view most favorably, while North Korea ranks the least favorably among 22 countries on the world stage. CONT. Megan Brenan, Gallup Read more »
Asian countries on Trump’s trip have largely positive views of U.S. but disagree on policy
President Donald Trump embarks on a five-country tour of Asia this week with plans to address North Korea’s nuclear program, economic relations and other issues important to the region and the United States. Over 12 days, Trump will travel to Japan, South Korea, China, Vietnam and the Philippines. While majorities […] Read more »
Global Publics More Upbeat About the Economy
Nearly a decade after the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression, economic spirits are reviving. Many Europeans, Japanese and Americans feel better today about their economies than they did before the financial crisis. More broadly, in 11 of 18 countries from across the globe that were surveyed in both […] Read more »
North Korea Remains Least-Popular Country Among Americans
Americans give North Korea the lowest favorable rating of 21 countries Gallup measured in its annual update of the public’s views of foreign nations. Canada and Great Britain are at the top of the list. CONT. Frank Newport, Gallup Read more »
Public Opinion and the US-Japan Alliance
Japan holds a central role in the US alliance structure in the Asia-Pacific. But that does not mean the relationship has always been smooth. At times in the past, political winds have blown against the partnership. Today, the US-Japan relationship is again sailing into a stormy sea. It faces significant […] Read more »