Laura Silver

Republicans have long held more unfavorable views of China than Democrats, but such views have climbed among both parties over the past year.

Unfavorable views of China reach new historic high, and a majority supports taking a tougher stand on human rights.

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

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

Republicans are more negative than Democrats toward China, though unfavorable ratings have climbed among both parties.

The U.S. receives more positive marks than China in 21 countries surveyed, while China fares better than the U.S. in seven countries.

The U.S. stands out to many around the world as the country their nation can rely on most. But substantial shares in some countries see it as their greatest threat.

Negative views of China predominate in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. China also receives unfavorable marks from many neighbors in the Asia-Pacific region.