All Things Policy Views and Voices: How 25 Countries See Trump & Xi
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Aug 5, 2025 Laura Silver, Associate Director at Pew Research Center, shares insights from a recent global survey on attitudes towards China and the U.S. She discusses the rigorous methodologies behind capturing diverse opinions, particularly highlighting generational and regional differences. Notably, younger generations show more favorable views of China. The podcast also explores global leadership perceptions, indicating declining approval for Trump contrasted with Xi's image. Additionally, the complex dynamics between India, China, and the U.S. are examined, shedding light on the geopolitical landscape.
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Robust Survey Methodology
- Pew Research Center ensures surveys are nationally representative for accuracy and reliability.
- Different methods like face-to-face and phone surveys cater to country-specific contexts.
Youth and Regional Views on China
- Younger people globally tend to have more positive views of China than older generations.
- Regional views vary, with Africa and Latin America more favorable than Western Europe.
Shifts in Views on US and China
- Donald Trump receives mostly negative confidence ratings globally, affecting US views.
- Views of China have increased since 2020, narrowing the favorability gap with the US in some countries.