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China Tops Global Approval Ratings, U.S. Disapproval Surges

4/3/2026

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In 2025, China surpassed the United States in global approval ratings, with a median of 36% to 31%.
The shift followed a drop in U.S. approval from 39% in 2024 while China's rose from 32%.
Disapproval of U.S. leadership reached a record high of 48%, according to a Gallup survey conducted in over 130 countries.
Germany posted the highest approval rating at 48%, while Russia remained the lowest at 26%.

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Story summary

In 2025, China surpassed the United States in global approval ratings, with a median of 36% to 31%.
The shift followed a drop in U.S. approval from 39% in 2024 while China's rose from 32%.
Disapproval of U.S. leadership reached a record high of 48%, according to a Gallup survey conducted in over 130 countries.
Germany posted the highest approval rating at 48%, while Russia remained the lowest at 26%.