Introduction
As a contributor to the Polling Europe project, OpinionWay CEE analyzed the key findings from the last six waves of the Euroscope study to offer a journey through 2025 through the eyes of European citizens and to highlight Poland’s distinct perspectives on security and defense, economic challenges, and identity.
Poland increasingly confident in its position in Europe. Nationwide support for investments in security
Results of the cyclical EU public opinion survey – Euroscope, conducted every two months by the Polling Europe and OpinionWay CEE consortium. We invite you to submit your own commissioned questions (see our offer here).
On December 2, 2025, at the PAP headquarters in Warsaw, in cooperation with the International Institute of Civil Society (MISO), the results of cyclical public opinion research among Europeans were presented. The report shows how, in 2025—amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, a crisis of trust, and accelerating digital transformation—the awareness and attitudes of Europeans, including Poles, are evolving.
Strong support for defense investments
As many as 93% of Poles support increasing defense spending—the highest figure in the EU (average: 73%). Poland is also one of the countries most confident in its own defensive capabilities, especially in the context of drone threats.
High level of concern and susceptibility to oversimplifications
Migration remains the main source of social anxiety. 71% of Poles associate it with chaos and violence, and around 30%—similar to other EU countries—declare belief in unverified theories and simplified interpretations of reality.
Poland confident in itself but critical of the EU
Poles increasingly trust their own capabilities while showing limited trust in EU procedures. Half of society believes the EU is not prepared for a long-term conflict.
Record-high image of Poland in Europe
Poland’s image in the EU is the best in years: 76% of Europeans view Poland positively, and in Central and Southern Europe this percentage exceeds 80%. Poland is regarded as a dynamic economy and an important pillar of the continent’s security.
Cooler attitude toward the United States
Poland remains the most pro-American country in Europe, but there is a noticeable cooling of attitudes—the share of positive and negative opinions is now nearly equal.
Economic optimism and openness to technology
Poles report a higher-than-EU-average level of satisfaction with their financial situation (60%) and are more open to the development of artificial intelligence. At the same time, they strongly support strengthened European regulations and technological autonomy.
Debate accompanying the presentation
The presentation at the PAP Press Center was accompanied by a debate moderated by Karol Reczkin (MISO Analysis Center). Participants included: Nicolas Curtelin and Bruno Jeanbart (OpinionWay Group), Maciej Legutko (Employers of Poland), Prof. Małgorzata Molęda-Zdziech (SGH), journalist Konrad Piasecki (TVN24), and Prof. Krystyna Skarżyńska (SWPS University).
Data source
Polling Europe—a research platform developed in cooperation with OpinionWay CEE—specializes in comprehensive public opinion surveys in the 27 EU countries. The consortium conducts both ad hoc projects and in-depth commissioned studies, providing fast and reliable analyses of EU public opinion.
The Euroscope study makes it possible to uncover and explain the socio-political dynamics of Europeans, enabling the formulation of precise and tailored questions. Interviews are conducted online, by phone, and in person—both quantitative and qualitative—in all EU27 countries. Thanks to cooperation with local partners, the project takes into account both a pan-European perspective and the specific characteristics of individual states, including Poland.
Photo @MISO
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