**Trust in EU and Government Plummets in Georgia**
As the country marks its 100th day of non-stop protests, a recent survey has shown a significant drop in trust among Georgians towards both the European Union and their government.
According to the Eurobarometer survey, conducted by GORBI, a Tbilisi-based pollster, trust in the EU in Georgia has dropped from 58% in October/November 2024 to 49% in March/April 2025. This represents a nine-point drop, and is a cause for concern among pro-Western observers.
The same survey also showed that trust in the government of Georgia was at 51%, while trust in the national parliament stood at 45%. These figures are significantly lower than those reported in EU countries, where trust in government averaged 36%.
The Eurobarometer survey, conducted from March 27 to April 17, is a regular cross-country public opinion survey operated by the European Commission. A total of 1011 interviews were conducted in Georgia as part of the spring survey.
GORBI, the pollster behind the survey, has previously conducted pre-election surveys and exit polls for the pro-government IMEDI channel. In 2024, GORBI’s exit polls gave Georgian Dream a vote share of 56.1%, which is close to the official results (Georgian Dream: 53.93%). However, the official results are highly contested.
The drop in trust among Georgians towards both the EU and their government comes amid continued EU-sceptical rhetoric from ruling party circles. The poll has sparked concerns among pro-Western observers, who point out that support for European integration has been steadily high in Georgia.
**What does this mean?**
This significant drop in trust among Georgians towards both the EU and their government is a cause for concern. It suggests that tensions between the government and civil society are rising, and that the public is becoming increasingly disillusioned with the current political landscape.
The fact that GORBI, a pollster with ties to the ruling party, conducted this survey adds another layer of complexity to the situation. Some might question the impartiality of the results, while others will see it as an attempt by the government to gauge public opinion and respond accordingly.
One thing is certain: these survey results highlight the need for greater transparency and accountability in Georgia’s government, and for more inclusive decision-making processes that take into account the concerns and aspirations of all citizens.
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