- Global favorability towards the U.S. has declined, with China now viewed more positively than the U.S. in most surveyed countries.
- Confidence in leaders: Xi Jinping is often rated higher than Donald Trump globally, though both have low ratings; Biden previously led Xi but saw declining confidence.
- Perceptions of personal freedoms: More people say the U.S. respects freedoms than China, but the gap is narrowing due to decreased views of the U.S.
- Foreign policy perceptions: In middle-income countries, the U.S. is more often seen as interfering in other nations' affairs compared to China, and China is viewed as a more reliable partner in many cases.
- Regional differences: Views vary by region, with some Asia-Pacific countries favoring the U.S., while others in Latin America and the Middle East show mixed or pro-China sentiments.