Interesting survey published today by @ecfr about Europeans’ attitudes in the midst of global power competition. Key findings: 1/6 https://ecfr.eu/publication/the-crisis-of-american-power-how-europeans-see-bidens-america/

“Most Europeans rejoiced at Joe Biden’s victory in the November US presidential election, but they do not think he can help America make a comeback as the pre-eminent global leader.” 2/6

“Europeans’ attitudes towards the United States have undergone a massive change. Majorities in key member states now think the US political system is broken, and that Europe cannot just rely on the US to defend it.” 3/6

“They evaluate the EU and/or their own countries’ systems much more positively than that of the US – and look to Berlin rather than Washington as the most important partner.” 4/6

“There r geopol consequences to American weakness.A majority believe that China will be more powerful than the US within a decade n wld want their country to stay neutral in a conflict bw the 2superpowers.2/3 of respondents thought the EU should develop its defence capacities.”5/

“There is a great chance for a revival of Atlanticism, but Washington cannot take European alignment against China for granted. Public opinion will have a bigger effect on the relationship than it once did, and needs to be taken into account.”6/6