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Cypriots Identify Key Challenges For the EU: Migration, Cost of Living, And Security

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

July 30, 2024

A recent Eurobarometer survey highlights that Cypriots perceive irregular migration, the cost of living, and security issues as the primary challenges facing the European Union.

Key Findings

Irregular Migration: 64% of Cypriots see this as the top challenge, significantly higher than the EU average of 41%.
Cost of Living: 48% of Cypriots are concerned about this issue, compared to 32% across the EU.
Security and Terrorism: 35% of Cypriots identify this as a major concern, slightly above the EU average of 29%.

Other Concerns

War in Ukraine: Viewed as a significant issue by 28% of Cypriots, lower than the 50% EU average.
Environmental Issues and Climate Change: Also cited by 28% of Cypriots, compared to 35% in the EU.

Priorities for the EU

Irregular Migration: 50% of Cypriots believe this should be the EU’s top priority.
Security and Defence: 32% see this as crucial.
Environment and Climate Change: 30% prioritise this area.
War in Ukraine: Only 12% of Cypriots view this as a top priority for the EU, reflecting a lower concern compared to other issues.

Optimism about the EU

Future of the EU: 59% of Cypriots are optimistic, aligning closely with the EU average of 58%.
Security Concerns: 73% of Cypriots worry about the EU’s security over the next five years.
Economic Outlook: Only 36% of Cypriots are confident in the EU’s economic future, compared to 50% across the EU.
Strength of Democracy: 53% of Cypriots are confident in the EU’s democratic strength, slightly below the EU average of 55%.

The survey reflects Cypriots’ heightened concerns about migration, economic stability, and security. Addressing these issues will be crucial for the EU to maintain the confidence and support of its member states’ citizens.

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Cyprus Emerges As A Leading Household Consumer In The European Union

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

June 30, 2025

Overview Of Eurostat Findings

A recent Eurostat survey, which adjusts real consumption per capita using purchasing power standards (PPS), has positioned Cyprus among the highest household consumers in the European Union. In 2024, Cyprus recorded a per capita expenditure of 21,879 PPS, a figure that underscores the country’s robust material well-being relative to other member states.

Comparative Consumption Analysis

Luxembourg claimed the top spot with an impressive 28,731 PPS per inhabitant. Trailing closely were Ireland (23,534 PPS), Belgium (23,437 PPS), Germany (23,333 PPS), Austria (23,094 PPS), the Netherlands (22,805 PPS), Denmark (22,078 PPS), and Italy (21,986 PPS), with Cyprus rounding out this elite group at 21,879 PPS. These figures not only highlight the high expenditure across these nations but also reflect differences in purchasing power and living standards across the region.

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Contrasting Trends In Household Spending

The survey also shed light on countries with lower household spending levels. Hungary and Bulgaria reported the smallest average expenditures, at 14,621 PPS and 15,025 PPS respectively. Meanwhile, Greece and Portugal recorded 18,752 PPS and 19,328 PPS, respectively. Noteworthy figures from France (20,462 PPS), Finland (20,158 PPS), Lithuania (19,261 PPS), Malta (19,622 PPS), Slovenia (18,269 PPS), Slovakia (17,233 PPS), Latvia (16,461 PPS), Estonia (16,209 PPS), and the Czech Republic (16,757 PPS) further illustrate the disparate economic landscapes within the EU. Spain’s figure, however, was an outlier at 10,899 PPS, suggesting the need for further data clarification.

Growth Trends And Economic Implications

Eurostat’s longitudinal analysis from 2019 to 2024 revealed that Croatia, Bulgaria, and Romania experienced the fastest annual increases in real consumer spending, each growing by at least 3.8%. In contrast, five member states, with the Czech Republic experiencing the largest drop at an average annual decline of 1.3%, indicate a varied economic recovery narrative across the continent.

This comprehensive survey not only provides valuable insights into current household consumption patterns but also offers a robust framework for policymakers and business leaders to understand economic shifts across the EU. Such data is integral for strategic decision-making in markets that are increasingly defined by evolving consumer behavior and regional economic resilience.