2026-02-14 17:00
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2026-02-14 17:00
EU citizens are increasingly concerned about the future in the face of global threats. Among the EU's “27”, Poles stand out for their optimism. – 67 percent of them look positively at the future of the world, 70 percent for the future of the Union, and 78 percent for the future of their own country – according to an EP study.
New EU study
The Eurobarometer survey published on Wednesday shows that these are the greatest concerns among EU citizens conflicts in the neighborhood (72%), terrorism (67%), natural disasters exacerbated by climate change (66%), cyberattacks (66%) and uncontrolled migration (65%). Disinformation, hate speech online and offline, fake content generated by artificial intelligence and data protection threats are also of concern.
In response to these threats Europeans demand greater EU unity – 89%. believes that Member States should act together86 percent expects the EU's voice to be stronger in the international arena, and 73 percent supports increasing EU funds for joint counteracting threats.
According to respondents, the EU's priorities should be defense and security (40%), competitiveness of the economy and industry (32%) and energy independence (29%).
Poles are exceptionally optimistic
Although Poles show high concerns about security, conflicts, terrorism, migration and cyberattacks, they remain extremely optimistic. 67 percent of them look positively at the future of the world, 70 percent for the future of the Union, and 78 percent for the future of their own country – according to an EP study. Across the EU, 44, 57 and 57 percent were optimistic about these issues, respectively. subjects.
Poles are also more likely than the EU average to indicate defense and security (44%) and food security and agriculture (32%) as key priorities for strengthening the Union's position.
All EU problems
In the context of everyday life, Europeans continue to be affected by high prices and inflation. The first issue to be addressed by the European Parliament was the cost of living (41%), followed by the economy and job creation (35%).
Despite geopolitical tensions, citizens' attitudes towards the EU remain positive. 62 percent Europeans consider EU membership to be beneficial, and 49 percent evaluates the Union positively. The biggest supporters remain young people aged 15-30.
– Geopolitical tensions affect Europeans' everyday sense of security. Citizens expect the European Union to protect, be prepared and act together. This is what a stronger and more assertive Europe must deliver. Europe is our strongest shield, said the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, quoted in the EP release.
The Eurobarometer survey was conducted between 6 and 30 November 2025 in 27 EU countries, covering 26,453 face-to-face and online interviews. The results take into account the population of individual countries.
From Brussels Łukasz Osiński (PAP)
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