Russia Outshines China as the UK’s Top Threat, Savanta Reports

Who’s the UK’s Top Ally? A Bit of Post‑Trump Nostalgia

After the US saw Donald Trump back on the campaign trail, the UK public still thinks the United States is the “toddling favourite” up there, with 30% of Britons saying it’s their best mate. That’s got the EU at 25%, the Commonwealth at 23% and, frankly, the rest of the world moving on.

Labour vs. Conservative: Who Feels Who’s the Friend?

Labour voters (2024 selections): Believe EU nations, especially France and Germany, are the closest allies – 33% going for the EU.
Conservative voters (2024): Stick to the old friend, the United States – 42% favour it, 26% the Commonwealth, and only 14% for the EU.

Russia – The Big Bad Energy

Across the political spectrum, 52% of respondents see Russia as the UK’s biggest threat, while China and Iran scare fewer folks with 13% and 7% respectively. Even Reform UK voters acknowledge Russia, though slightly less – 46% – compared to their Labour (55%), Conservative (61%) and Liberal Democrat (60%) counterparts.

Global Priorities Headed into the G20 Summit in Brazil

Managing migration: 22% call it the #1 global challenge.
Climate change: 15% want urgent action.
Peace in the Middle East: Another 15% coming for diplomacy.
Russia‑Ukraine settlement: 15% want the deal struck.
Reducing global poverty: 13% see it as critical.
AI / new tech regulation: Only 4% are on board.

Quick Quote from Chris Hopkins, Savanta

“Even knowing how shaky the incoming Trump era might be, Brits still pick the US as their top ally over the EU and Commonwealth. Labour’s tune leans toward Europe – a point Starmer’s team might want to note. And while migration tops the priority list for UK adults, we’re clear on Russia as the largest threat – way bigger than China or Iran.”