A recent survey conducted by CGTN has highlighted widespread disapproval among global netizens regarding the United States' recent tariff strategies. The poll, which garnered responses from 6,603 individuals within 24 hours across CGTN's English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Russian platforms, sheds light on the international community's concerns about the escalating trade tensions.
According to the survey, 70.4% of respondents believe that Mexico's decision to impose tariffs on China is primarily influenced by U.S. pressure aimed at mitigating the negative effects of American tariffs on its own economy. This sentiment underscores the perception of the U.S. administration's "America First" policy as a form of economic coercion.
Further insights reveal that 76.4% of participants are apprehensive that Mexico's compliance with U.S. tariff demands could set a detrimental precedent, potentially disrupting the global trade order. Additionally, 73% criticized the U.S. for using tariffs as a tool to exert economic pressure on other nations, exacerbating instability in international trade and undermining the integrity of global supply chains.
The survey also delved into Mexican public opinion, with 66.4% expressing dissatisfaction with the U.S. administration's unilateral decisions, such as the renaming of the Gulf of Mexico without consulting neighboring countries. A significant 78.5% of Mexican respondents felt that the U.S. was interfering in Mexico's internal affairs through economic measures, while 80.5% voiced concerns about the potential restrictions on Mexico's development due to tariff impositions. Moreover, 60% of respondents held a pessimistic view of the future of U.S.-Mexico relations.
When evaluating the broader impact of U.S. foreign policies, 67% of Mexican respondents expressed deep concern over U.S.-China relations. Additionally, 76% believe that the U.S. administration's continued pursuit of the "America First" agenda will hinder global economic growth, and 62% foresee a weakening of U.S. leadership in the international community as a result of these policies.
The findings from this CGTN survey reflect a significant global unease regarding the current trajectory of U.S. trade and foreign policies, highlighting the need for more collaborative and less coercive approaches to international relations.
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CGTN Poll: U.S. escalates tariff coercion, netizens denounce bullying
cgtn.com
