Press Release: As European Year for Development kicks off, new figures show increased EU citizens’ support for development

A new Eurobarometer survey marked the beginning of the European Year for Development. Figures showed that the number of people being in favour of increasing aid had gone up significantly, and Europeans continued to feel very positively about development and cooperation. 67% of respondents across Europe answered that development aid should be increased – a higher percentage than in previous years, despite the economic situation. 85% voiced an opinion that it was important to help people in developing countries.

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European Commission: DG Communication: Eurobarometer Special, No.421: The European Year for Development – Citizens’ views on development, cooperation and aid : Report http://ec.europa.eu/public_opinion/archives/eb_special_439_420_en.htm#421

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