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Americans Say US Has Not Gone Far Enough on China Trade Issues

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Craig Kafura

The public generally does not see current US trade policies toward China as benefiting Americans.

a jockey truck passes a stack of 40-foot China Shipping containers at the Port of Savannah
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US Foreign Policy

Americans See South Korea's Influence at All-Time High

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Karl Friedhoff

Half favor using US forces to defend South Korea if invaded by North Korea, down from 55 percent in 2022. 

President Joe Biden reacts as South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol sings the song American Pie
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Public Opinion

The Emerging Geopolitics of Infrastructure Competition

RESEARCH
Working Paper by Simon Curtis

The success of ambitious states will be determined by their ability to shape global infrastructures and the cities they connect around the world.

Belt and Road High Speed Rail
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Global Cities

Americans Grow Less Enthusiastic about Active US Engagement Abroad

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

For the first time, a majority of Republicans think the United States should stay out of world affairs.

President Joe Biden steps off Air Force One
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US Foreign Policy

Prior to Attack on Israel, Majority of Americans Supported Talks with Hamas

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Poll finds a majority of Americans value the US security partnership with Israel but say the status quo between Israel and Palestinians is unacceptable.

A Palestinian protester argues with Israeli security forces to prevent shooting tear gas at Palestinian protesters during a demonstration against Israeli settlements in the village of Qaryout, near the West Bank city of Nablus, Friday, Sept. 15, 2023.
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Public Opinion

Most Americans See Value in International Trade

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

While the US public believes trade is good for the economy, it does favors some restrictions—especially on goods such as semiconductors.

A ship is docked at the Port of Baltimore
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Public Opinion

2023 Survey of Public Opinion on US Foreign Policy

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

The ongoing war in Ukraine continues to impact American attitudes toward global engagement.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Joe Biden shake hands during their meeting in Kyiv
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US Foreign Policy

Americans Continue to See Benefits from US Alliances

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz

As the war in Ukraine continues, majorities say the United States should maintain or increase its commitment to NATO.

Biden stands on a stage with fellow NATO leaders
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Public Opinion

Majorities Support US Bases in Key Allied Nations

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Craig Kafura

But partisan divisions over using US troops to defend allies in Europe and Asia are growing.

Members of the US Army attend a military parade ceremony in Lithuania
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Public Opinion

American Public Support for Assistance to Ukraine Has Waned, But Still Considerable

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Six in 10 continue to support providing economic aid and sending additional arms and military supplies to the Ukrainian government, down slightly from a year ago.

Demonstrators rally at Lincoln Memorial in support of Ukraine
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US Foreign Policy