One month into Donald Trump’s presidency, a global survey led by CGTN with researchers from Renmin University and the Institute of International Communication has revealed mounting disapproval of U.S. foreign policy. Over 7,500 respondents across 38 countries highlighted concerns about trade wars, abrupt international withdrawals, and strained alliances.
Key Findings: A World on Edge
63.7% of global respondents say Trump’s withdrawal from international agreements harms global cooperation. Among U.S. allies like G7 nations, that figure jumps to 66.7%. Meanwhile, 63.3% fear ‘America First’ is tanking the global economy, with tariffs and tech restrictions cited as top threats.
G7 Nations Voice Skepticism
66% of German and Canadian respondents doubt future U.S. relations. Japan, the UK, and France aren’t far behind. Trade policies are a flashpoint: 71.4% of G7 participants worry about tariffs, while 72% of Japanese respondents fear U.S. protectionism will hurt their economy.
U.S. Domestic Doubts
Even at home, fewer than half of Americans believe Trump’s policies will improve ties with China, Europe, or Japan. On U.S.-China relations, 43% predict worsening tensions, overshadowing the 40% who see hope. Opinions on Taiwan and the South China Sea are split, with many respondents “uncertain.”
Survey demographics included developed and developing nations, from Brazil to Vietnam, reflecting a diverse range of perspectives.
Over 7,500 respondents across 38 countries highlighted concerns about trade wars, abrupt international withdrawals, and strained alliances.
63.7% of global respondents say Trump’s withdrawal from international agreements harms global cooperation. Among U.S. allies like G7 nations, that figure jumps to 66.7%. Meanwhile, 63.3% fear ‘America First’ is tanking the global economy, with tariffs and tech restrictions cited as top threats.
66% of German and Canadian respondents doubt future U.S. relations. Japan, the UK, and France aren’t far behind. Trade policies are a flashpoint: 71.4% of G7 participants worry about tariffs, while 72% of Japanese respondents fear U.S. protectionism will hurt their economy.
Even at home, fewer than half of Americans believe Trump’s policies will improve ties with China, Europe, or Japan. On U.S.-China relations, 43% predict worsening tensions, overshadowing the 40% who see hope. Opinions on Taiwan and the South China Sea are split, with many respondents “uncertain.”
Survey demographics included developed and developing nations, from Brazil to Vietnam, reflecting a diverse range of perspectives.
