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Global Survey Reveals Split Views on U.S. Favorability

4/13/2026

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A 24-country survey finds a median 49% view the United States favorably and 49% unfavorably, signaling global division.
Many countries view China as the leading economic power, with declines in United States favorability across 15 nations, including Mexico.
Views on United States democracy are mixed, with Hungary and Israel rating it positively and many European majorities expressing concerns, while right-leaning individuals are generally more favorable than those on the left.

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Story summary

A 24-country survey finds a median 49% view the United States favorably and 49% unfavorably, signaling global division.
Many countries view China as the leading economic power, with declines in United States favorability across 15 nations, including Mexico.
Views on United States democracy are mixed, with Hungary and Israel rating it positively and many European majorities expressing concerns, while right-leaning individuals are generally more favorable than those on the left.