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.

cross-posted from: https://scribe.disroot.org/post/11255432

  • 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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  • tardigradeOP
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    2 days ago

    Nah, those countries where the rulers are ‘uncaring to the plight of the people’ are China, Russia, and - increasingly - the U.S.

    If people in China would criticize the government for any reason, they would disappear. This is why there are no negative views expressed.