South Koreans' view of the US sharply worsens, majority now negative

The attitude of South Koreans toward the United States has sharply worsened, with 55% expressing negative views, compared to 39% last year. For the first time in over two decades, a majority of respondents hold a negative opinion. Only 57% consider the US a reliable partner (down from 83% in 2022). Just 21% believe Washington takes into account the interests of countries like South Korea in its foreign policy decisions (down from 38% in 2023). The share of those who believe the US contributes to global peace and stability has dropped from 74% to 47%.