Concerning the introduction of the euro in the new EU countries, the European Commission is keeping track of general opinion, levels of knowledge and information and familiarity with the single currency among citizens in the New Member States. The objective of this survey is to identify and further track the perceptions of citizens in the New Member States regarding the future introduction of the euro in their countries.
The main themes of this report are an examination of: 1. levels of knowledge and experience of the euro among citizens in the New Member States; 2. feelings as to whether citizens are informed – and their most favoured information channels; 3. perceptions about the single currency; 4. expectations and fears concerning the adoption of the euro.