Perceptions of Contemporary China’s National Image

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Greetings!

You are cordially invited to participate in this academic research on "Perceptions of Contemporary China's National Image." This questionnaire is conducted anonymously. All data collected will be kept strictly confidential and used solely for aggregate academic analysis. Your personal information will never be disclosed. Completing this questionnaire should take approximately 10 minutes. Your honest responses are extremely valuable to this study.

Thank you sincerely for your support and valuable time!

1.Your Gender

   


2.Your Age Group:

  

3.  Your Nationality: 

4.  How long have you been learning Chinese? 

   

5. Your current Chinese proficiency level (with reference to HSK)


 

6.Have you been to China before?

7.  Your highest educational level
Part 2 ：Perception of Contemporary China's Overall Image
Please indicate your level of agreement with the following statements about China's overall image based on your general impression. 
| Strongly Disagree | Disagree | Neutral | Agree | Strongly Agree |
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Contemporary China is a country with strong comprehensive national power.
Contemporary China is an open country that actively participates in global affairs.
Contemporary Chinese society is harmonious, safe, and stable.
Chinese civilization possesses strong appeal and influence in the contemporary world.
China plays a responsible major country role in international affairs.
Part 3: Perception of Specific Dimensions of Contemporary China's Image
A. Political and Diplomatic Image 
| Very Poor | Poor | Neutral | Good | Very Good |
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Government governance efficacy and integrity
Level of rule of law society construction
Contribution of the "Belt and Road" Initiative to the world
Performance in global governance (e.g. climate change, peacekeeping)

B. Economic and Technological Image 

| Very Poor | Poor | Neutral | Good | Very Good |

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Technological development and innovation capability (e.g. AI, quantum tech, biotech)
Level of digital economy development (e.g. mobile payment, e-commerce, smart cities)
Level of high-end manufacturing (e.g. C919 aircraft, NEVs, high-speed rail)
Economic vitality and prospects driven by "New Quality Productive Forces"

C. Social and Cultural Image 

|Very Poor | Poor | Neutral | Good | Very Good |

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Overall quality and ethical standards of the citizens
Level of social fairness and inclusiveness
Quality and fairness of the education system
International influence of popular culture (e.g. games, film/TV, music)
D. Ecological and Sustainable Development Image
|Very Poor | Poor | Neutral | Good | Very Good |
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Efforts in environmental protection and ecological restoration
Development of green energy and emission reduction effectiveness under the "Carbon Neutrality" commitment
Promotion and popularization of green, low-carbon lifestyles
Participation in global biodiversity conservation
Part 4: Information Channels Survey
How frequently do you obtain information about China through the following channels？
| Never | Rarely | Sometimes | Often | Very Frequently |
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Chinese language courses and textbook content
Lectures and daily communication with Chinese language teachers
Chinese films, TV shows, short videos (e.g. Douyin/TikTok, Bilibili), music
Chinese news media (e.g. CGTN, Xinhua) and social media (e.g. Weibo, Red Notes)
Direct interaction with Chinese people (friends, classmates, online acquaintances)
Personal experience traveling, studying, or living in China
Reporting on China by media from your home country
Content about China on international social media platforms (e.g. YouTube, Instagram, X)
Part 5: Free Association
1.  When you hear the term "Contemporary China," what are the first three words that come to your mind?

Word1:
Word2:
Word3:

Part 6: Follow-up Interview Recruitment

 

Dear Participant,

 

Our research aims to continuously improve short-term exchange programs. To gain deeper insights, we will invite some participants to a short follow-up online interview after the program concludes. 

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