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

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.

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

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?

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.

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.

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

By combatting erosion and flooding along Lake Michigan’s shore, local governments have an opportunity to make their beaches more equitable.

The American public sees the US-German relationship as good for US national security but is divided over military forces in Germany.

Survey results indicate Americans rate climate change as a lower priority than other foreign policy concerns. However, many believe the US government should do more to address the issue.

Recommendations for how the Obama administration and Congress can restore America’s leadership in the fight against global hunger and poverty.

Karl Friedhoff examines poll results of regional leaders regarding China's activities.

This survey from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs indicates American public opinion shows steadily growing American support for the US-Korea alliance.

Polls conducted find broad public agreement on trade on both sides of the US-Mexico border.

This survey from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs shows that most Americans believe the government isn’t doing enough to combat climate change.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy is addressing the U.S. Congress about the war in Ukraine with Russia, after meeting with President Joe Biden.

A plot to overthrow the German government highlights the risks—and reach—of unchecked conspiracy in an age of mistrust, writes Chris Morris.

Cities may face some challenges with neighbors in the suburbs while trying to establish policies supporting immigration.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog explains how Elizabeth Warren’s specific support base likely led to her downfall.

This survey, from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, reveals that Americans have grown less concerned about large numbers of immigrants coming to the U.S.

The learnings from this Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates the public generally sees an improvement in the South Korean security situation.

Dina Smeltz and Brendan Helm discuss President Biden's extension of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty.

Large majorities of Americans now disapprove of the attack on the US Capitol, but Democrats and Republicans disagree about what the rioters were aiming to do and what to do next.

American disapproval rates of US-Iraq war reach record highs.

Public opinion polling shows a lack of consensus about where cyberattacks fall within the escalatory ladder of conventional warfare.

Long before the pandemic, evidence showed a persistent deficiency in food intake of women in India. A convergence of policies and programs across sectors can boost the nutrition security of women and their communities.

A recent survey among Hong Kong residents shows that they're dissatisfied with the actions of the police and support an independent investigation into the protest's origins and potential police abuse.

Although US President Donald Trump is quite unpopular in Mexico, Mexican views of the US-Mexico relationship are not as negative as their views of Trump.

While Americans continue a culture war on the necessity and effectiveness of masks, one-quarter of the South Korean public is ready to wear them indefinitely.

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post, we discuss the decline of President Moon’s approval ratings. 

Will Biden shift Saudi Arabia from a “pariah” to a partner – should he? Experts Martin Indyk and Sarah Leah Whitson join Deep Dish to discuss.

Findings from a binational survey show that Americans and Russians would like to see the two countries negotiate a nuclear agreement.

The Chicago Council on Global Affairs and the Wilson Center co-hosted a panel discussion about the results of a Chicago Council survey of public attitudes on foreign policy and the Trump administration.

This blog is about Belarus president Alexander Lukashenko and how he remains Belarus' leader, earning him the moniker of the "last dictator in Europe."

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog Brendan Helm, Dina Smeltz, and Arik Burakovsky explain Putin’s 2024 plans.

Should members of the South Korean boy band BTS receive an exemption from mandatory military service?