The survey found that 52% of respondents support building the best possible relations primarily with the EU, while 28% favor focusing on ties with the U.S. When asked about national security, 42% said both NATO and EU membership are essential, 31% cited NATO alone, and 6% chose only the EU.
Political views heavily influenced responses. Among supporters of Poland's current centrist governing coalition—Civic Coalition (KO), The Left, PSL, and Poland 2050—87% preferred closer EU ties, compared to just 9% who prioritized the U.S. In contrast, 55% of voters backing conservative opposition parties like Law and Justice (PiS) and far-right Confederation favored stronger relations with Washington, with only 26% supporting the EU.
Gender and age also played a role. Men were more likely to favor ties with the U.S., while women leaned toward the EU. Across all age groups, pro-EU sentiment dominated, especially among those over 60, where 60% preferred the EU and 27% the U.S.
On security, PiS and Confederation voters leaned toward NATO alone, while KO and The Left supporters more often viewed both NATO and the EU as vital to Poland’s safety.
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Source: PAP, Gazeta Wyborcza