China Surpasses U.S. in Global Approval Ratings: Gallup

Global approval of China’s leadership surpassed that of the United States in 2025, marking the widest gap between the two in nearly two decades, according to a Gallup poll.

Gallup noted that China’s relative gains in some countries reflect declining perceptions of the U.S. more than strong enthusiasm for Beijing.

The survey found China’s median approval rating rose to 36%, while U.S. approval fell to 31%, The Hill reported.

Disapproval ratings remained high for both countries, with U.S. leadership reaching a record 48% disapproval. Both nations recorded negative net approval ratings, with China at -1 and the U.S. at -15.

Gallup noted that China’s relative gains in some countries reflect declining perceptions of the U.S. more than strong enthusiasm for Beijing.