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Karl Friedhoff

Cooperation and Hedging: Comparing US and South Korean Views of China

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Chicago Council and Asan Institute surveys conducted in 2019 find that both South Koreans and Americans see a strengthened US-ROK alliance as an asset in dealing with China, suggesting that Washington and Seoul can afford to strengthen coordination between their policies toward China.​

National flags outside of the United Nations. Public Opinion

2019 Chicago Council Survey

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Findings show a majority of Americans reject ideas of the United States retreating from the world, abdicating international leadership, and abandoning alliances and global institutions.

Aerial view of the Statue of Liberty in New York City. Public Opinion

Americans Maintain Commitment to South Korea

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Karl Friedhoff

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

A ROK sailor waves flags in front of an aircraft carrier
Jermaine M. Ralliford
Public Opinion

Americans Consider US Arms Sales a Hazard to US Security

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Recent survey data shows that most Americans generally oppose selling weapons, but are divided on their opinion of the US' relationship with Riyadh.

Three soldiers in camouflage holding weapons
US Army
Public Opinion

American and South Korean Publics Doubtful about Success of Talks with North Korea

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Two recent surveys found that both the American and South Korean publics see an improvement in the security situation on the Korean peninsula.

US President Trump and Kim Jong-Un.
Reuters
Public Opinion

South Koreans See Improved Security, Confident in US Security Guarantee

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

A survey from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs reveals the South Korean public sees an improvement in their country's security.

William Warby
Public Opinion

As China Rises, Americans Seek Closer Ties with Japan

RESEARCH
Report by Coauthors

While the American public is hesitant to get involved in a conflict between China and Japan, Americans across party lines want to build strong relations with US allies in Asia.

Flags outside of NATO Headquarters
REUTERS
Public Opinion

China Not Yet Seen as a Threat by the American Public

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

The Trump administration’s active efforts to portray China as a bad international actor will further heighten tensions between the two countries, but as of yet, the American public does not yet see China as an urgent threat to national security.

USA and China flags.
CDC Global
Public Opinion

2018 Chicago Council Survey

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

The 2018 Chicago Council Survey indicates that Americans now supported active US engagement in world affairs, the largest majority since 1974—except for just after the September 11 attacks.

2018 Chicago Council Survey: America Engaged Public Opinion

The American Public Remains Committed to Defending South Korea

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Karl Friedhoff

The US public views North Korea’s nuclear program as one of the top threats facing the country.

Blackhawk helicopter taking off from an operating base.
Reuters
Public Opinion