By Evandro Menezes de Carvalho

RAPID and dynamic changes have shaped the contemporary global landscape, many of which revolve around China's increasingly prominent role. As the world's second-largest economy and a leader in technological innovation, China attracts attention and sparks debates about its image and influence on the international stage. A recently published survey by the Global Times offers a fascinating window into how China is perceived in various countries while revealing the differences in expectations and perceptions between developed and developing nations.