TAIPEI, Taiwan — A new study on Chinese citizens' views on foreign affairs has found a majority of people do not view the United States as a friend, but also favor a nuanced approach toward Washington.

The survey , released this week by the Chicago Council on Global Affairs think tank in partnership with The Carter Center, also reveals that the top two perceived threats to China both involve the United States.

A majority of the Chinese people polled believe that U.S. economic competition and "possible conflict" with Washington over Taiwan present major threats to their nation, while opinion is split on what role Beijing should play on the world stage.

Chinese surveyed prefer Russia and North Korea, not the U.S., as their friend

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