A recent Eurobarometer poll reveals that just 32% of Greeks feel that fundamental rights, democracy, and the rule of law are well-protected in their country.
The protection of peace and strengthening of security ranks very high (45%), in Greece, followed by improved cooperation between Greece and other EU countries (36%).
A striking 71% of Greeks perceive corruption within political parties, compared to 53% elsewhere in Europe.
The report, released just ahead of European elections, shows 14% of Greeks saying they have directly benefitted from EU support in response to a major crisis
On the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Greeks diverged substantially from their EU counterparts, as 50% were "dissatisfied" with the EU’s handling of the crisis
Regarding their participation in the forthcoming European parliament elections, 60% of Europeans (+11 points compared to March 2019) and 56% of Greeks express interest in voting in the June European elections.
The survey also indicates that the majority of Europeans (47%) maintain a positive perception of the EU, with 21% expressing negativity and 30% neutrality.
Greek policy priorities include the fight against poverty and social exclusion, the economy and job creation and public health