Asia & the Pacific

Even as they age, younger generations in the U.S. tend to be more favorably disposed to groups, leaders and countries beyond their border.

Despite major changes in laws and norms surrounding the issue of same-sex marriage and the rights of LGBT people around the world, public opinion on the acceptance of homosexuality in society remains sharply divided by country, region and economic development.

Across the surveyed countries, opinion varies widely about the value of diversity. But interacting with people of different backgrounds is related to more positive attitudes about the role of diversity in society.

When it comes to economic relations, some in Taiwan are more willing to work with both Beijing and Washington.

Americans are divided in their outlooks, mainly along ideological lines, but are more united on opinions about China’s place in the world.

Americans expect China’s international reputation will suffer because of how the country has handled the coronavirus outbreak.

U.S. adults give high marks to South Korea and Germany’s pandemic responses. In contrast, most believe China has done an only fair or poor job.

Although most national officials use the platform, their posts receive only a small number of likes and retweets.

There is widespread support in Taiwan for increased economic and political ties with the U.S. While many are wary of stronger political ties with mainland China, about half would favor stronger economic relations.

To mark World Press Freedom Day, here are five charts that show how people globally see the freedom of the press.