A 2025 Eurobarometer survey reveals that EU citizens generally feel their needs are being met, with 73% believing their country benefits from EU membership. While confidence in the EU is rising, economic concerns like cost of living and inflation dominate priorities. Citizens demand more action from the EU, particularly in tackling global challenges and ensuring democratic oversight of spending. Support for linking EU funds to rule of law is high, and there is a call for joint funding of future projects and better management of the budget. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)