Americans are increasingly supporting cooperation with other countries to address global challenges. According to a global survey conducted in September 2025, 61 percent of American respondents believe that their country should cooperate with others, even if it means compromising on some national interests. Only 16 percent of respondents disagreed with this view.
Change in Public Opinion
Support for international cooperation among Americans also increased in 2026, reaching 65 percent. In that year, 35,000 people from 34 countries were surveyed, reflecting the growing willingness of Americans to collaborate on a global scale. While only 14 percent of them opposed cooperation, this shift in public opinion indicates a change in the 'America First' idea that was prominently raised during Donald Trump's presidency.
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Trust in the United Nations
Despite President Trump's strong criticisms of the United Nations, 62 percent of Americans trust this institution, which is an 8 percent increase from the previous year. In this context, nearly half of the respondents, or 46 percent, expressed satisfaction with the UN's leadership role on the global stage. This data indicates a growing willingness to cooperate and trust in international institutions among Americans.
With increasing global instability and rising tensions, Americans are increasingly calling for cooperation to prevent wars and conflicts. In a recent survey, 40 percent of Americans identified preventing wars and conflicts as one of their main priorities.
Implications for US Global Leadership
The message to President Trump is clear: the majority of Americans want multilateral action in a new era with a multipolar structure. This survey also revealed that 53 percent of Americans want their president to publicly support these principles of cooperation. These findings indicate that America remains committed to the shared values that connect it to the world.
However, as American support for cooperation with other countries increases, the willingness of other countries to cooperate with the US is in doubt. Only 39 percent of global respondents are satisfied with America's leadership role on the world stage, and 34 percent view the US as a threat to their countries. According to this survey, other countries like Canada, Japan, and Australia are receiving more attention as potential global leaders.
The US can regain its soft power. Survey results show that still 55 percent of Americans believe that in times of crisis, their community comes together, and 76 percent believe that a better future can be built for future generations. These positive sentiments could help the US reclaim the global leadership that is needed in these tumultuous times.
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