A recent CGTN poll spanning 24,000 respondents across five languages reveals overwhelming global criticism of U.S. unilateral actions, with 93.5% agreeing Washington's approach opposes international consensus. The survey comes amid heightened scrutiny of U.S. foreign policy following its withdrawal from 66 international organizations this week – a record retreat from multilateral commitments.
President Donald Trump's assertion that "I don't need international law" during a New York Times interview has drawn sharp rebukes, with 91.7% of participants calling for urgent global governance reforms. Analysts note the timing coincides with growing international alarm over Washington's transactional approach to international systems – utilizing them when beneficial and abandoning them when inconvenient.
The poll highlights deepening concerns about America's global role, with 88.3% labeling recent withdrawals as evidence of irresponsible major power behavior. Nearly 90% of respondents characterized the moves as radical implementations of "America First" doctrine, while 93% warned such actions undermine global fairness and international order.
Despite these challenges, 89.9% of participants maintained that multilateral cooperation remains essential for addressing governance challenges. An overwhelming 94.4% stressed the need to strengthen international rule of law and reform multilateral mechanisms, with 90% urging major powers to take greater responsibility in these efforts.
As debates about global leadership intensify in 2026, the survey underscores shifting perceptions of international relations. With climate, energy, and governance systems at stake, the world appears increasingly united in demanding collaborative solutions over unilateral maneuvers.
