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With Xi Jinping poised to receive a third term at the 20th Party Congress, American opinion of China has never been worse.

The US public views the Japan alliance as a significant national security benefit as concerns about China grow.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates Americans view Japan as a close and trusted ally.

With the US election a week away, here are three key things you need to know about the American public's views on Asia in 2020.

The American public is increasingly skeptical of the US-China trade relationship, and narrow majorities support increased restrictions on both trade and technological exchanges.

The public supports US participation in the Paris climate agreement, the Iran nuclear deal, and more.

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

The US public supports meeting with the leaders of Russia, China, North Korea, Cuba, and more.

A plurality of Americans—and a majority of Republicans—also say that US leaders are not paying enough attention to US-China competition.

With all eyes on Ukraine, it is unclear if a seventh North Korean nuclear test will really register with the American public.

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

The 2019 Chicago Council Survey finds that support for South Korea as an ally remains high and bipartisan

More Americans consider issues like weakening democracy and political polarization to be critical threats to the United States than foreign adversaries.

The Biden administration emphasizes strengthening ties with America's global allies and partners. Which countries do Americans view as their allies—and adversaries?

Survey results show President Trump’s threats and bullying tactics with Seoul haven't lessened support for the alliance with South Korea.

This survey shows Americans still think that the US should work on friendly engagement and strengthening ties with China.

2021 Chicago Council Survey data show that a majority of Americans hold favorable views of South Korea and would support defending the country from a North Korean attack.

Over the weekend, North Korea launched a new cruise missile. It's unlikely to shift American public opinion.