Global Opinions on Trump's Return Highlight Divided Views Between Allies and Adversaries

A new poll reveals widespread optimism about Trump's second term outside Western democracies, while traditional U.S. allies express significant concerns.

• A 24-country poll by the European Council on Foreign Relations shows that non-Western powers like India, China, Russia, and Saudi Arabia largely welcome Trump's return, while U.S. allies in Europe and South Korea remain skeptical.
• The survey found that 75% of Indians and 49% of Saudis identified as 'Trump Welcomers,' while only 15% of Britons and 11% of South Koreans expressed optimism about his presidency.
• Many respondents outside Europe believe Trump will prioritize ending conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, with 65% of Indians and 62% of Saudis expecting progress on these issues.
• European nations are concerned about a weakening of the transatlantic alliance, with only 22% of Europeans viewing the U.S. as an ally, down from 31% two years ago.
• The findings suggest a shift toward a more transactional global order, with many countries seeing the U.S. as one of several major powers rather than a dominant leader.

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