The latest European Parliament “Eurobarometer” survey reveals a continent gripped by insecurity, with Greece emerging as one of the most pessimistic nations in the bloc.
While half of all EU citizens are anxious about the global future, Greek respondents consistently report higher levels of concern regarding migration, economic stability, and digital threats.
Eurobarometer shows Greek pessimism
Greek citizens exhibit a marked disconnect from the broader European average regarding future outlooks. While Europeans are generally hopeful about their personal lives, they are increasingly skeptical of institutional success.
The following figures represent the percentage of citizens who describe themselves as pessimistic about the future:
Future of the World: * Greece: 56% * EU Average: 52%
Future of the European Union: * Greece: 53% * EU Average: 39%
Future of their Own Country: * Greece: 56% * EU Average: 41%
Anticipated Decline in Living Standards (Next 5 Years): * Greece: 39% * EU Average: 28%
Greeks fear uncontrolled migration and climate change
For the wider EU, armed conflict is the primary fear; for Greeks, uncontrolled migration and climate change take center stage.
Uncontrolled Migration: 84% in Greece (vs. 65% EU average).
Climate-Related Disasters: 83% in Greece (vs. 66% EU average).
Energy Dependency: 71% in Greece (vs. 59% EU average).
War/Conflict near EU borders: 79% in Greece (vs. 72% EU average).
When asked what the EU should prioritize internally, the Greek public focused heavily on economic survival and social infrastructure:
Economy and Job Creation: Greece: 60% | EU Average: 35%
Public Health: Greece: 54% | EU Average: 33%
Inflation and Cost of Living: Greece: 53% | EU Average: 41%
Poverty and Social Exclusion: Greece: 46% | EU Average: 29%
Trust and institutional image
A comparison of how the Greek public perceives the European Union and its institutions:
Positive View of the EU: Greece: 34% | EU Average: 49%
Negative View of the EU: Greece: 29% | EU Average: 17%
Positive View of the European Parliament: Greece: 31% | EU Average: 38%
Belief that EU Membership is a “Good Thing”: Greece: 40% | EU Average: 62%
