Group 1 - A recent poll in Australia indicates that public concern about the United States has surpassed concern about China, particularly regarding geopolitical and economic issues [1] - 54% of respondents expressed worries about U.S. interference in Australian affairs, a nearly 20 percentage point increase since 2021 [1] - 57% believe the U.S. will pressure Australia to take sides in the U.S.-China competition, up from 39% in a similar survey in 2021 [1] Group 2 - The perception of the U.S. using trade as a political tool has doubled, with 72% of respondents believing the U.S. employs economic measures for political punishment, exceeding concerns about China [1] - The poll shows a significant shift in Australian attitudes towards China, with 71% supporting stronger ties with China, marking a 10 percentage point increase since 2021 [2] - The proportion of respondents expressing concerns about China has reached a five-year low, indicating a softening view towards the country [2]