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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
Beijing, October 3 /Xinhua/ – “The most influential player in global affairs,” “a reliable partner,” “cool” – these words can be found in articles about China around the world. Recently, a number of international surveys and publications in foreign media have noted that China’s international image is steadily improving, and public sentiment toward the country is steadily growing.
Representatives of many countries highly value Beijing's firm stance on defending the international system, with the UN at its core, and upholding justice on the global stage. They also commend China for its ability to chart its own path to modernization, tailored to its national circumstances, while simultaneously developing alongside all countries around the world. They admire the image of a country brimming with energy, constantly renewing itself, open, self-confident, and friendly.
In the eyes of the global community, China today is a major force that, in a context of conflict and change, is taking on the mission of maintaining peace, promoting development, and advancing progress.
"THE SUN RISES IN THE EAST"
A number of international surveys show that, having broken through the Western "information bubble," more and more people in other countries are gaining a more realistic, multifaceted, and holistic view of China. China's image as a peaceful, friendly, and civilized power is increasingly gaining recognition around the world.
China's popularity in the Global South is steadily growing. According to a recent survey by the British magazine The Economist, sympathy for China in Latin American countries continues to grow rapidly and steadily. Residents of Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela, and other countries say, "China is a reliable partner that shows more respect for other countries."
More and more Westerners are truly getting to know China and recognizing its achievements. According to a report by the American research company Morning Consult, public opinion in 16 countries, including Germany, Spain, Canada, and the Netherlands, has shifted from "more favorable toward the US" to "more favorable toward China."
More and more young people around the world are falling in love with China. A Pew Research Center survey has shown that the number of young people who have a favorable view of China has increased. A number of international surveys indicate that a growing number of young foreigners are beginning to consider China "really cool," writes The Economist.
"The sun rises in the East!" – figuratively states the report "Global Soft Power Index 2025" by the British company Brand Finance.
"The Power of Stability in a Turbulent World"
“Today, when unilateralism and protectionism are detrimental to the interests of all countries, China’s loyalty and commitment to multilateralism are especially valuable,” said Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.
Representatives of many countries note that in today's world, where change and upheaval are intertwined, unilateral actions and power politics seriously undermine the international order and system of rules. Against this backdrop, China advocates for genuine multilateralism and consistently implements it, acting as a stabilizing force amid global turbulence. Its influence and appeal on the international stage are steadily growing. This is one of the key reasons why global sympathy for China continues to grow.
"The four global initiatives put forward by China, as well as the concept of building a community with a shared future for humanity, provide a strategic, multi-layered response to the challenges of the complex international situation," noted Kubanychbek Taabaldiev, a professor at Ala-Too International University (Kyrgyzstan).
"China is undoubtedly a force for stability in a turbulent world," emphasized French expert Sonia Bressler. According to her, unilateral sanctions and military interventions, as manifestations of hegemony, grossly violate international law and fundamental norms of international relations, while China, through its practical actions, firmly upholds the international system with the UN at its core and defends international justice.
“A RELIABLE AND UNDERSTANDING PARTNER”
"In recent years, China's image as a reliable partner has gained widespread recognition among people around the world," noted Nikita Stepanov, senior research fellow at the Institute of Economics of the Russian Academy of Sciences.
"China is actively promoting the joint construction of the Belt and Road Initiative and is an important development partner for many countries. Its policy of mutual benefit and mutual success has earned China the trust and respect of both governments and people around the world," he emphasized.
Ahmed Orabi, a research fellow at the Egyptian Al-Farabi Center for Strategic and Political Studies, praised China's policy of cooperative development with countries in the Global South. "China consistently strives to strengthen the alignment of development strategies with other countries, pursue cooperation based on mutual benefit, and benefit people around the world. Residents of the Middle East have witnessed China's outstanding contributions to the development of various countries, and its popularity is steadily growing," he said.
"We view China as a 'reliable and understanding partner,'" noted Mulaku Lemmy Nyongesa, an international affairs expert at Kenya's University of Nairobi. He added that China always takes into account national characteristics and development strategies when collaborating with foreign countries, and the similarities in historical challenges and struggles evoke a strong emotional response in countries of the Global South.
"A MODEL OF STABLE AND EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT"
"Many developing countries are in dire need of a governance model more suited to their realities. China's experience in governance and democratic practices deserves the most serious study and profound understanding," said former Bolivian Foreign Minister Fernando Huanacuña, who has visited China on numerous occasions. He added that China has succeeded in ensuring that the fruits of development truly benefit the people.
In an article, the Brazilian magazine Forum emphasized that China is already seen as a model of stable and effective governance, standing out sharply against the social divide some Western countries are experiencing. More and more people around the world are beginning to "envy" China.
K. Taabaldiev noted that China's governance model brings real benefits to the people. China is successfully pursuing its own democratic path, suited to its national conditions, earning widespread recognition from the international community, especially from developing countries, the scholar stated.
According to S. Bressler, the Chinese model of democracy and governance is a seamless blend of joint consultation, broad participation, and effective implementation. The country's success, the expert stated, demonstrates the diversity of political paths and the creative potential of various civilizations. China's path to modernization serves as an inspiration for other countries and further strengthens China's positive image, she emphasized.
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