Public support for Ukraine’s EU membership varies widely, survey shows
A new Polling Europe survey found that, across the entire European Union, 49 percent of citizens support Ukraine joining the bloc, 39 percent oppose it, and 12 percent are undecided, Euronews reported on Aug. 4.
A recent Polling Europe survey has revealed a diverse public opinion across the European Union regarding Ukraine's potential membership. The survey, conducted while accession talks are ongoing, indicated that 49% of citizens support Ukraine joining the bloc, while 39% are opposed and 12% remain undecided. As the EU has launched a new negotiating cluster on external relations to align Ukraine's positions with its own on defense, trade, and foreign policy, the support for membership varied widely.
The survey showed strongest backing in Spain, where 65% favored Ukraine's accession. Spain's ties with Kyiv have grown stronger since 2022, with the country training over 9,000 Ukrainian troops and pledging a EUR1 billion ($1.1 billion) military-aid package this year. Italy registered 52% in favor, although many Italians believe Ukraine should first carry out necessary reforms.
Surprisingly, France, Germany, and Poland, countries typically seen as key allies of Ukraine, registered the highest opposition, with pluralities opposing full membership. Notably, Poland's opposition stood at 49%.
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