The 2025 Public Opinion Analysis reveals a significant resurgence in pro-EU sentiment in North Macedonia, with support climbing to 71%—a nearly 10% increase from previous years. This surge is marked by a narrowing gap between ethnic communities, as support among ethnic Macedonians rose by 15% to match the long-standing enthusiasm of ethnic Albanians. Despite this optimism, the study highlights a complex environment: 46% of citizens identify bilateral obstructions from neighboring countries as the primary barrier to progress, while 60% remain skeptical that membership alone will solve the country’s youth emigration crisis. For civil society, these findings emphasize that while the “European dream” remains a powerful unifying force, the path forward is deeply shaped by perceived threats to national identity and by the influence of political elites. Read more here.
Source: IDSCS
