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A comparison of two recent polls finds some similarities—and some significant differences—in how international relations scholars and the American public want to approach China.

Explore the complex history of the Gaza Strip, the rise of Hamas, and the implications for the current conflict.

The 2016 Chicago Council Survey shows 75 percent of Americans support either maintaining or increasing the United States' commitment to NATO.

Chicago Council survey data find majorities in South Korea view China as more of a security threat than a security partner and as more of an economic threat than an economic partner.

In this Chicago Council blog Dina Smeltz explores how different populations perceive the collapse of the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty.

But recent polling finds key drops among the publics of France, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

Polling experts examine how public opinion of foreign policy matches up with the candidates on this episode of Deep Dish.

Large majorities of Democratic and Independent foreign policy elites say they are more concerned about internal threats than external ones.

A new poll shows Iranians recognize the economic and security benefits of a closer relationship with China.

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog Craig Kafura, Brendan Helm, Jack Benjamin, Eliza Posner explains Public Opinon on Coronavirus for the week of May 6.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates perceptions of South Korea are positive, with Americans viewing the country as a partner rather than a rival.

In the aftermath of Jan. 6, some polls show a significant minority support using force to achieve political aims in some circumstances.

Recent polling shows Turks have become more favorably inclined toward the European Union and NATO, while attitudes toward Russia and China have grown more negative.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates Americans are ready to support US participation to enforce sanctions and a no-fly zone in Syria.

A survey from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs highlighting key foreign policy topics that will be covered in the final 2012 Presidential debate.

According to foreign policy leader surveys concerns about a potential trade war between the US and China are widespread.

COVID-19 cases are on the decline worldwide and in some countries, people are feeling hopeful as they recover aspects of their pre-COVID lives. 

The 2012 Chicago Council Survey on American public opinion and US foreign policy provides important context for thinking about the future of the US-Japan alliance. 

A plurality say the United States and NATO are most responsible for ongoing bloodshed and instability in the Middle East.

Israelis and Palestinians sharply disagree over the benefits of Israel's agreement with the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain.

Survey data shows the American public is more attuned to the view of “The Blob,” those working in government, than to President Trump’s views.

There are six key issues for which liberal democrats have differing opinions from more conservative/moderate ones, indicates the 2019 Chicago Council Survey.

Despite the Trump administration’s approach to immigration, survey data reveals growing support for a pathway to citizenship for unauthorized workers.

While most support providing medevac services to injured peacekeepers, the public is divided over backing a peacekeeping force militarily.

The Chicago Council Survey team provides an update on the COVID-19 pandemic from around the world, including the US, Japan, Brazil, the UK, Italy and France.

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

Opinion surveys conducted in both the United States and Russia reflect similar disappointment and continued mistrust among the general publics.

Our weekly roundup of the week's top news and research in food, agriculture, and global development.

Survey data shows thirty-year lows for American views of Russia.

The Rural Household Multiple Indicator Survey can make development-related actions more efficient, more effective, and quicker to deploy.

Most Americans trust the information they receive from medical experts, distrust what they see on social media, and there is a partisan divide on trusting information from the US government and media.

Just one month out, polling in South Korea shows two different presidential races. That may have consequences following the election.

Harvard University's Stephen M. Walt joins Deep Dish to explain America's foreign policy failures since the end of the Cold War.

Although Midwesterners differ slightly from the general population in their views of international trade, Midwesterners without postsecondary education are more suspicious.

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.

Findings from a new US-Russia binational survey reveal that publics in both countries have noticed cracks in the US-EU relationship.

The 2020 Chicago Council on Global Affairs-University of Texas at Austin survey explores to what extent Democratic, Republican, and Independent foreign policy professionals support Biden’s international agenda.

As the United States and China compete for influence in the region, two experts weigh in on what Africans would like to see from each potential partner moving forward.

In deciding when and how quickly to relax restrictions, leaders should not underestimate the American public’s forbearance for remaining indoors.

While the public thinks Putin’s foreign policies have improved Moscow’s international influence and the state of the Russian military, fewer now say they have boosted their country’s image abroad.

Weekly analysis of public opinion as governments around the world impose increasing restrictions and the number of active cases surges.

While American usage and reliance on online platforms continue to increase every day, anxiety about data privacy and unfavorable opinions about social media firms remain very high.

The 2017 Chicago Council Survey found that while the American public supports sanctions against North Korea, they don't support overt military action.

Populations around the world remain divided over how comfortable they are returning to normal life as the Delta variant spreads.