Eurobarometer survey: Europeans want EU to play a bigger role in ensuring security

Nearly three-quarters of EU citizens (74%) believe their countries have benefited from membership in the union, according to the latest Eurobarometer survey for winter 2025, released on March 25.

Report informs that this marks the highest result ever recorded since the question was first posed in 1983.

The survey also reveals that 66% of Europeans want the EU to take a more active role in protecting them from global crises and security threats. This sentiment is particularly strong among younger respondents.

When asked about the areas where the EU should focus to strengthen its global political stance, 36% of respondents pointed to defense and security as the top priority, followed by a need to enhance competitiveness, economy, and industry (32%).