Analysis of China-related Public Opinion of ASEAN Countries under the Background of "Belt and Road"

Abstract

With the in-depth implementation of the Belt and Road Initiative, ASEAN countries, as important partners under this framework, have increasingly become an important part of China-ASEAN relations under this strategic framework. The public opinion of ASEAN countries not only reflects the attitude of the region towards China's economy, politics and culture, but also profoundly affects China's diplomatic strategy and international image in Southeast Asia. The purpose of this paper is to analyze the changing trend and motivation of China-related public opinion of ASEAN countries under the background of "Belt and Road", and to explore the influence of public opinion change on China-ASEAN cooperation, China's international image and global power relations. The China-related public opinions of ASEAN countries are characterized by diversification, emotionalization and distinct nationalism, and both positive and negative public opinions coexist, showing a complex public opinion ecology. The main reasons for the change of public opinion include China's foreign policy, the achievements of economic cooperation, the deepening of cultural exchanges, and the intensification of security-sensitive issues. Under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative, China should optimize its foreign policy, enhance mutual trust and cooperation with ASEAN, and provide theoretical support and practical guidance for realizing common regional prosperity.