Global perceptions of countries are shaped by a mix of politics, foreign policy, and media narratives. From China’s growing assertiveness to Russia’s ongoing conflicts, and even India’s rising internal tensions, many nations find themselves under international scrutiny. While “most hated” may sound harsh, it reflects how governments and their actions are viewed globally, not necessarily their people. Countries like North Korea, Israel, and the United States also make the list due to controversial policies or global influence. As global dynamics shift, so do these rankings. Here’s a look at the ten nations currently perceived as the most disliked around the world, as per research done by World Population Review.
Most Hated Countries
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China
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United States
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Russia
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North Korea
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Israel
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Pakistan
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Iran
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Iraq
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Syria
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India
Top 20 Most Disliked Countries
1. 🇨🇳 China
2. 🇺🇸 United States
3. 🇷🇺 Russia
4. 🇰🇵 North Korea
5. 🇮🇱 Israel
6. 🇵🇰 Pakistan
7. 🇮🇷 Iran
8. 🇮🇶 Iraq
9. 🇸🇾 Syria
10. 🇮🇳 India
11. 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
12. 🇯🇵 Japan
13. 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
14. 🇩🇪 Germany
15. 🇳🇬 Nigeria
16. 🇹🇷 Türkiye
17. 🇰🇷… pic.twitter.com/liih3JqojR— Global Statistics (@Globalstats11) April 10, 2025
