Perceptions of the EU in Egypt

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Perceptions of the EU in Egypt

14-12-2010

Powerful as an elephant: poll highlights desire for more EU cooperation in Egypt

Huge, capable and powerful, like an elephant:this was one of the recurring associations made by opinion leaders in Egypt, when asked which animal the European Union could be compared to, and why. This was just one of the findings of a wide-ranging survey carried out as part of the Opinion Polling and Research (OPPOL) project, funded under the 2007-2010 European Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument (ENPI) regional information and communication programme.

The survey aimed to generate better information about awareness, understanding and perception of the EU and the role it plays in Egypt. The first phase was a baseline study, which interviewed opinion leaders to evaluate their perception, knowledge and appraisal of the EU. The second phase involved an opinion poll which questioned members of the general public.

A significant 98% of opinion leaders would like to see the EU play a greater economic rolein the country and 97% want more action on trade. Other top priorities include education, culture and the environment. The majority of respondents believe the EU has good relationswith Egypt. (ENPI Info Centre)

a110069 ENPI Egypt(EU perceptions)en.v.5.pdf

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