Using a multivariate framework and the most recently available data that include numerous
African countries, this investigation has produced the first extensive statistical evaluation of …

Nowadays, countries face unprecedented mutual distrust, making it difficult to establish and
maintain positive international reputations and country image. Using data from the eighth …

In this paper, we provide novel evidence on the effects of Chinese aid on China's country
image. Our analysis exploits data on Chinese aid projects and local perceptions of China …

One goal of China's Go Out policy is to create goodwill in countries around the world. At the
same time, China's growing economic engagement has provoked much criticism. This paper …

Using repeated cross-sectional survey data, we analyze whether China's growing economic
engagement in Latin America has an effect on citizens' perceptions of China within 18 Latin …

This study explores how China's increased economic influence shapes its image among
foreign audiences. Specifically, it examines the effect of trade relationship with China on the …

China's bold Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a multilateral framework of international
cooperation particularly across developing countries, has captured worldwide attention and …

This article investigates the impact of Chinese economic activities in Latin America on the
national image of China in the region. Using economic and public opinion data from 17 Latin …

This paper investigates macro-level sources of variations across countries regrading China's
national image, as measured by the proportion of the public in each of 35 countries that …

Bilateral donors use foreign aid to pursue soft power. We test the effectiveness of aid in
reaching this goal by leveraging a new dataset on the precise commitment, start, and end …