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Results from the 2012 Council Survey find that nearly seven in 10 Americans think the war in Afghanistan has not been worth the cost.

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

A new experiment by researchers from the University of Illinois at Springfield, the University of Chicago, and the Chicago Council on Global Affairs finds that policy experts care about formal alliances. But even alliance relationships have limits.

The Chicago Council Survey team provides updates on public opinion on the COVID-19 pandemic from the US, Japan, South Korea, France, and the UK.

In this blog post from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, Jacqueline Hughes discusses the sustainability of food systems.

Public opinion data finds robust support for a domestic nuclear weapons program in South Korea.

Find out how this Eastern European poster child for democracy backslid into autocracy, and what lessons it holds for the rest of the West.

Agriculture has great potential for carbon offsets, but implementation will be complicated.

Can the world actually move away from fossil fuels?

In a shift from just a month ago, the Japanese public favors tough sanctions on Russia in concert with the US and Europe. 

In this Chicago Council blog Karl Friedhoff explains that a majority of South Koreans oppose accommodating US demands on increased burden sharing support.

Dina Smeltz shares public opinion on the key topics that will be discussed at the first 2020 presidential debate.

Even as the vaccine rollout continues, some nations consider greater restrictions and further lockdowns as case numbers increase.

Russia’s war in Ukraine has sparked a domestic push toward alternative energy sources.

While many Russians favor negotiating for peace with Kyiv, they are unwilling to give up any Ukrainian territory seized since 2014. They are, however, more open to a “neutral” status for eastern Ukraine.

The South Korean public is split on a second THAAD battery, but the question wording left a lot to be desired.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey shows that preventing North Korea from building nuclear capability ranks the highest US foreign policy priority.

Federal agricultural policies must continue expanding to provide greater support for Tribally-led endeavors and choices, including self-determination and self-governance.

Former US Special Envoy for Israeli Palestinian Negotiations Martin Indyk joined us after the 2021 cease-fire between Israel and Hamas to explore the pattern driving the violence.

While Americans may support a retaliatory strike if the United States is attacked, Council polls reveal they oppose using nuclear forces to defend allies.

Council expert Dina Smeltz explains the different views on issues between “Trump Republicans” and “Non-Trump Republicans.

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, new public opinion data shows that the conflict likely came as a surprise to many on both sides.

The Council’s Karl Friedhoff shares a Gallup Korea Survey which shows South Korean President Moon Jae-in's popularity in decline.

Hong Kongers lose faith and trust in the police after a series of violent protests.

Survey data from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs comparing US and Russia public opinion on foreign policy issues.

As of April 1, the COVID-19 pandemic has killed more than 45,000 people globally and infected more than 900,000. How are publics around the world reacting?

Although data shows South Koreans remain uncomfortable with homosexuality, recent trends show an increase in acceptance.

Following high profile pauses to the AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson vaccines, as well as surging cases in different parts of the world, it is clear that the gains in some countries do not signal an end to the pandemic.

While the public would prefer diplomacy with Iran, they are not taking more aggressive options off the table.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey covers Russian and American public opinion and indicates the US and Russia are more rivals than partners.

As Russia and China grow closer through economic ties, a joint Chicago Council on Global Affairs-Levada Analytical Center survey finds that the Russian public sees little downside to the growing bilateral relationship.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs indicates nearly half of Americans think the government is not doing enough to limit climate change.

New data from the Japan Institute of International Affairs and the Council offer insights on how publics in the United States and Japan view the relationship between their countries.

While more Russians say Moscow should start negotiations than continue fighting, their aim may be to solidify gains rather than making real compromises for peace.

How can the US confront human rights abuses in China, without robbing athletes of the opportunity to compete on the world stage?

Senior Fellow Roger Thurow details the true costs of malnutrition today and tomorrow.

Findings from this Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey show that Russians believe eastern areas of Ukraine should be independent states.

As the humanitarian toll in Gaza continues to climb and fears of a wider war grow, Americans are wary of direct military involvement in the conflict.