The questionnaire published by CGTN collected responses from 3895 participants from 10 representative European countries. Respondents are positive about China's modernisation achievements, optimistic about the current state and future of China-EU relations, and urge European countries to join China in promoting multilateralism.
Respondents show positive sentiment towards China
Of the 10 countries surveyed, 7 recorded favorability ratings toward China above 50 percent, with respondents aged 25-34 expressing the highest level of goodwill (76.1 %). According to the survey, respondents applaud China's economic and technological progress: 86 percent of respondents describe China's economy as "strong"; 73.1 percent of respondents believe in China's long-term economic outlook; 78.1 percent of respondents recognize China's capacity for original innovation; and 81.5 percent of respondents praise the significant contribution of Chinese technology to global markets.
More than 60 percent of respondents say trade with China is beneficial
All 10 countries agree that trade with China brings benefits, with an average level of agreement of 65.2 %, with Spain (73.3 %), Serbia (72 %) and the UK (70.7 %) showing the highest levels of support. Respondents from the UK (72.1 1 %), Germany (64 %) and France (63 %) strongly support maintaining healthy economic ties with China. In addition, 67.3 percent of respondents recognise the huge Chinese market as a key opportunity for European businesses.
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Very interesting survey! It's great to see that most Europeans appreciate China's modernisation achievements and have a positive perception of its economic and technological strength. The figures show that trade and cultural links make sense and that Europe and China can work together to create a more stable and fairer world.
The results of the survey show that the perception of China in Europe is mixed, but positive views prevail. For European countries, this may represent an opportunity to strengthen cooperation, but also a need to strike a balance between economic interests and their own priorities.
China is a clear engine of global growth - and Europe should make the most of this opportunity. With its huge market, technological innovation and stable economic development, China offers scope for new investments and partnerships. If European countries can grasp this opportunity, mutual cooperation can bring long-term benefits to both sides and strengthen multilateralism at a time when it is sorely needed.