Most Europeans want a stronger Union in the face of global crises

Most Union citizens expect a greater role from the community in protecting against crises and security threats – according to the latest eurobarometer survey at the request of the European Parliament.

According to the study, 68 percent Europeans want the Union to be strongly involved in the protection of citizens against global crises, and 90 percent. He believes that Member States should face challenges together. 77 percent respondents are of the opinion that the EU needs more financial resources to meet the changing geopolitical environment.

As priorities for the Union, the respondents indicate above all defense and security (37 percent) as well as economic competitiveness and industry (32 percent). 78 percent respondents are in favor of financing more projects from EU level, and 91 percent. He expects the European Parliament to have full control over expenses.

In Poland, 43 percent respondents believe that the role of the Union should be greater35 percent – that it is to remain unchanged, and every fifth respondent – that it should be limited. At the same time, 86 percent Poles support greater unity within the EU, and 80 percent – additional financing.

The priority for Polish respondents is defense and security (44 percent), followed by food security and agriculture (31 percent).

According to respondents who took part in the research #Eurobarometer 🇪🇺PLY Focus on topics such as defense, economy and energy.

🇵🇱 Respondents gave similar answers as respondents from other countries, except that agriculture also appeared with us. pic.twitter.com/OOHYTPCN13

– European Parliament in Poland (@europarl_pl) Seprsege 3, 2025

– EU citizens want Europe to focus on security and economy. They are looking for stability and expect a strong, united voice of Europe – said the chairwoman of the European Parliament Robert Metsool cited in the communiqué, referring to the results of the study.

The study also shows that 72 percent Europeans believe that the Union's actions affect their daily lives, half of which evaluate it positively. In Poland, this percentage is 77 percent, and as much as 85 percent. respondents are of the opinion that membership brought the country benefits.

The study was conducted from 5 to 29 May 2025 in all Member States at a sample of over 26,000. people.

From Brussels Łukasz Osiński (PAP)

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