Generally speaking, thinking about United States, which of the following best reflects your view on who they are to the EU*?

2024-2026, in %
— Ally — Partner — Rival — Adversary — Don't know

*In the UK and Switzerland, the question concerned perceived relationship of the US with respondents' country, not with the EU.
The options included: an adversary—with which we are in conflict; a rival—with whom we need to compete; a necessary partner—with which we must strategically cooperate; an ally—that shares our interests and values.
Source: ECFR-commissioned public opinion survey, conducted by YouGov, Mandate Research and Turu-uuringute in May 2026 Get the data
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