As the world watches with anticipation, US President Donald Trump is set to embark on a state visit to the Chinese mainland from May 13 to 15. Ahead of this significant diplomatic event, a comprehensive global survey conducted by CGTN in collaboration with Renmin University of China reveals a strong international consensus: stability between the two superpowers is essential for global prosperity.
The survey, carried out through the Institute of International Communication Studies in the New Era, gathered insights from 12,302 respondents across 39 countries. The sample included a diverse range of participants aged 18 to 65, ensuring representation from both major developed economies and the Global South.
A Global Mandate for Stability
The findings underscore a widespread belief in the importance of a healthy bilateral relationship. Approximately 75% of respondents worldwide agree that a stable China-US relationship is crucial for the international community. This sentiment is even more pronounced in developing countries, where agreement reaches 78.3%, and within the United States itself, where 76.7% of respondents share this view.
Trade as a Bridge, Not a Barrier
Economic cooperation emerged as a key theme in the data. A significant majority—77.9% of global respondents—believe that economic and trade relations should serve as a stabilizer rather than a source of conflict. This perspective is echoed strongly by those in developing nations (81.5%) and the US (76.4%).
Furthermore, 67.9% of those surveyed believe that the two nations can achieve win-win outcomes, suggesting that trade frictions are not irreconcilable. Nearly 75% of respondents globally view the essence of China-US trade as one of mutual benefit and reciprocity, highlighting a belief that cooperation benefits both sides while confrontation leads to mutual harm.
The Path Forward: Dialogue and Respect
The survey also points toward a clear solution for reducing tensions: communication. Roughly 78.6% of respondents believe that China and the United States should strengthen their dialogue on the basis of mutual respect to mitigate misunderstandings. This call for diplomatic engagement is particularly strong among respondents from developing countries, at 81.8%.
As the state visit begins tomorrow, these findings provide a critical backdrop, illustrating that the global community—including the residents of both nations—is hopeful for a future defined by cooperation and mutual respect.
Reference(s):
CGTN global poll data list on perceptions of China-US relations
cgtn.com
