Irish put 'defence and security' top for EU's global standing

Ireland is second out of the 27 members in believing the role of the EU in protecting citizens against "global crises and security risks" should become more important. Picture: Denis Minihane

Irish people believe that “defence and security” should be the EU’s top priority in the future in trying to improve its position in the world, according to a Eurobarometer survey.

Ireland is second out of the 27 members in believing the role of the EU in protecting citizens against "global crises and security risks" should become more important.