German study analysing EU-27 data reveals growing desire for European independence
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A recent study shows that an increasing number of EU citizens want greater independence from the US and a stronger capacity for Europe to act.

  • 73% of EU citizens now believe that Europe should act more independently of the United States in the future. In 2024, this figure stood at 63 per cent.

  • At the same time, the study shows that the growing distance from the US is not reflected in a closer relationship with China. China continues to be viewed with widespread scepticism. 77% are in favour of reducing economic and political dependencies – even if this could entail economic disadvantages.

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  • switcheroo@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    8 days ago

    That is good to hear. The EU NEEDS to be more independent; you shouldn’t put all your eggs in one basket (ehhh, American obviously). Good luck to y’all and I hope my shithole country can someday at least be on the same side as you again (we should be civil even if we can’t understandably be friends).