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As Americans eye the Asia-Pacific region, they see a mix of friends and some foes, according to a new survey conducted Feb. 1-7, 2021.

Unlike with other China-related issues, there is little partisan difference on this question, a February survey found.

Americans’ opinions of China have soured in recent years. But what are Americans thinking about when they say they have a negative view of China?

Fewer adults have confidence in Joe Biden to handle the U.S.-China relationship than other foreign policy issues.

Majorities in all three countries said in a fall 2020 survey that the U.S. system needs either major changes or to be completely reformed.

Most in all three countries are optimistic that U.S. policies and trans-Atlantic relations will improve under his presidency.

In preelection tweets about the U.S., lawmakers abroad focused on how the election will affect bilateral ties and trade.

A median of 66% of adults in 14 countries express an unfavorable view of Russia, with majorities in 12 of the countries holding that view.

As 2020 draws to a close, here are 20 striking findings from our studies, covering notable trends that emerged during the year.

A median of about seven-in-ten people in 14 countries expressed unfavorable views of Iran, while only about two-in-ten hold a favorable view.