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eNCA
19-05-2025
- Politics
- eNCA
US Global perception declines
JOHANNESBURG - Global perception of the world's major powers are shifting. According to the latest Democracy Perception Index released by Nira Data and the Alliance of Democracies Foundation, South Africa now ranks higher than the United States. READ | Discussion | SA-US relations | Ramaphosa, Trump to meet The US' global perception has declined from 76% in 2024, to 45% this year. Meanwhile President Cyril Ramaphosa is on a working visit to that country this week. Wits School of Governance's, Professor Alex Van Den Heever joins eNCA and discusses this further
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Global survey: opinion of US has plummeted since Trump's return
[Source] Global perceptions of the U.S. have deteriorated dramatically since Donald Trump's return to the White House, with China overtaking in popularity for the first time, according to the 2025 Democracy Perception Index released on Monday. Key findings: The annual survey, conducted by Nira Data and the Alliance of Democracies Foundation from April 9 to April 23, gathered responses from more than 111,000 people across 100 countries. The U.S. net perception rating dropped to -5% from +22% last year, while China improved to +14% from +5%. The share of countries with a positive image of the U.S. also dropped to 45% from 76% last year. Meanwhile, Trump, whose domestic approval ratings have also plummeted, has a negative perception in a whopping 82% of the countries surveyed, performing worse than both Russian President Vladimir Putin (61%) and Chinese President Xi Jinping (44%). Why this matters: The dramatic decline of the U.S.' standing reflects growing international concerns about American leadership and policies. 'I'm not surprised that perceptions of the United States have fallen so sharply,' said Anders Fogh Rasmussen, a former Danish prime minister and founder of the Alliance of Democracies Foundation, which coauthored the index. Trending on NextShark: Washington's reputation especially suffered in EU countries after Trump reportedly called the bloc 'horrible,' 'pathetic' and 'formed to screw the United States.' Notably, the findings parallel other concerning assessments, including research from Sweden's V-Dem Institute that warned the U.S. government regime could be 'definitely' reclassified from its status as a democracy in next year's report if current trends continue. The big picture: Amid the U.S.' declining position, global commitment to democratic values remains strong, with more than two-thirds of respondents saying it is very important to have democracy in their country. Nira Data said the index 'isn't just data,' but a call-to-action that transforms public sentiment into insights that shape policy and inform advocacy. Among major countries, Switzerland (+48%), Singapore (+46%) and Canada (+40%) earned the most positive perceptions, while Israel emerged as one of the least popular nations (-23%), even among traditional European allies like Germany, reflecting growing discomfort with its government's actions in Gaza and the West Bank. Trending on NextShark: This story is part of The Rebel Yellow Newsletter — a bold weekly newsletter from the creators of NextShark, reclaiming our stories and celebrating Asian American voices. Subscribe free to join the movement. If you love what we're building, consider becoming a paid member — your support helps us grow our team, investigate impactful stories, and uplift our community. Trending on NextShark: Subscribe here now! Download the NextShark App: Want to keep up to date on Asian American News? Download the NextShark App today!
Miami Herald
14-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Map Shows Countries That Prefer China to the US
Far more countries hold a favorable view of China than the United States, according to a new report. The findings, from the polling organization Nira Data's Democracy Perception Index 2025, found that over three-quarters of the nearly 100 nations surveyed had a preferable view of Beijing compared to Washington. China has been attempting to capitalize on global opposition to President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs that he imposed after returning to the White House. Beijing has worked to deepen ties with America's East Asian allies, while also encouraging the European Union to confront Washington's economic agenda. Nira Data's report shows that perception of the U.S. around the world has fallen sharply over the past year. According to Nira Data's report, 76 countries out of 96 surveyed held a more positive view of China, equating to 79 percent. Beijing was viewed more positively across all continents, enjoying the largest levels of support in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and Sub-Saharan Africa. The gap was particularly wide in Algeria, Egypt, Pakistan and Tunisia, where China enjoyed nearly unanimous support. Exceptions to this trend included Israel, India, South Korea, Japan, Poland, the Philippines and Ukraine, where support was greater for the U.S. The data was based on nationally representative surveys conducted in April, with an average sample size of around 1,100 respondents per country. Nira Data's latest report revealed a stark change from 2024, when average perceptions of the U.S. were more positive than negative, and significantly better than China and Russia. Since last year, net positive perceptions of the U.S. have dropped from +20 to -5, only slightly ahead of Russia. Meanwhile, views of China have risen from around +5 to +14. A total of 55 percent of countries surveyed now have a net negative perception of the U.S., including some of its historic allies such as Canada, Mexico and the majority of E.U. nations. "China is now the only major power among the three with a net positive image, while the U.S. and Russia are both viewed more negatively than positively," Nira Data's report states. "The U.S. in particular has seen a sharp decline in its global standing over the past year, while perceptions of China and Russia have steadily improved." Nico Jaspers, CEO at Nira Data, said in a statement: "For the first time, more countries now hold a positive view of China than of the United States - a striking indicator of how public opinion is evolving across different regions and political systems." Mark Wu, professor of international trade and international economic law at Harvard University, told Newsweek in April that most countries "do not wish to choose between the US and China," and instead "view both as important trade partners and seek to maintain commercial ties to both." He added: "While they may not like being threatened by the U.S. with higher tariffs, governments are also skeptical about becoming too closely entangled with China." A 90-day pause in the U.S.-China tariff war was announced earlier this week and comes into effect on Wednesday. The deal will lower tariffs on Chinese imports to 30 percent, and those on U.S. goods to 10 percent. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said he expects further meetings between the two nations to take place in the coming weeks, aimed at ironing out "a more fulsome agreement." Related Articles China's Plans To Woo Europe Hit by SetbackPhotos Show Allied Jets Escorting US Bombers in New Frontline DrillsUS Satellites Capture New North Korean Destroyer Under Construction 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
14-05-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Map Shows Countries That Prefer China to the US
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Far more countries hold a favorable view of China than the United States, according to a new report. The findings, from the polling organization Nira Data's Democracy Perception Index 2025, found that over three-quarters of the nearly 100 nations surveyed had a preferable view of Beijing compared to Washington. Why It Matters China has been attempting to capitalize on global opposition to President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs that he imposed after returning to the White House. Beijing has worked to deepen ties with America's East Asian allies, while also encouraging the European Union to confront Washington's economic agenda. Nira Data's report shows that perception of the U.S. around the world has fallen sharply over the past year. President Donald Trump with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the G20 summit in Osaka, Japan, in 2019. President Donald Trump with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the G20 summit in Osaka, Japan, in 2019. Susan Walsh/AP What To Know According to Nira Data's report, 76 countries out of 96 surveyed held a more positive view of China, equating to 79 percent. Beijing was viewed more positively across all continents, enjoying the largest levels of support in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and Sub-Saharan Africa. The gap was particularly wide in Algeria, Egypt, Pakistan and Tunisia, where China enjoyed nearly unanimous support. Exceptions to this trend included Israel, India, South Korea, Japan, Poland, the Philippines and Ukraine, where support was greater for the U.S. The data was based on nationally representative surveys conducted in April, with an average sample size of around 1,100 respondents per country. Nira Data's map, based on surveys taken in 96 countries, showing the net perceptions of China versus the U.S. Nira Data's map, based on surveys taken in 96 countries, showing the net perceptions of China versus the U.S. Nira Data Nira Data's latest report revealed a stark change from 2024, when average perceptions of the U.S. were more positive than negative, and significantly better than China and Russia. Since last year, net positive perceptions of the U.S. have dropped from +20 to -5, only slightly ahead of Russia. Meanwhile, views of China have risen from around +5 to +14. A total of 55 percent of countries surveyed now have a net negative perception of the U.S., including some of its historic allies such as Canada, Mexico and the majority of E.U. nations. "China is now the only major power among the three with a net positive image, while the U.S. and Russia are both viewed more negatively than positively," Nira Data's report states. "The U.S. in particular has seen a sharp decline in its global standing over the past year, while perceptions of China and Russia have steadily improved." What People Are Saying Nico Jaspers, CEO at Nira Data, said in a statement: "For the first time, more countries now hold a positive view of China than of the United States — a striking indicator of how public opinion is evolving across different regions and political systems." Mark Wu, professor of international trade and international economic law at Harvard University, told Newsweek in April that most countries "do not wish to choose between the US and China," and instead "view both as important trade partners and seek to maintain commercial ties to both." He added: "While they may not like being threatened by the U.S. with higher tariffs, governments are also skeptical about becoming too closely entangled with China." What Happens Next? A 90-day pause in the U.S.-China tariff war was announced earlier this week and comes into effect on Wednesday. The deal will lower tariffs on Chinese imports to 30 percent, and those on U.S. goods to 10 percent. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said he expects further meetings between the two nations to take place in the coming weeks, aimed at ironing out "a more fulsome agreement."
