Survey: Concern about political Islam in Austria is growing

The increasingly tense situation at the EU’s external borders is apparently causing concerns about a new wave of refugees in Austria to grow. This is revealed by the government’s new integration survey, according to which every second respondent stated that they often or very often worry about the issue. This is an increase of seven percent compared to February.

Overall, the majority of Austrians rate living together with immigrants and refugees as rather bad. Above all, they criticise their attitude towards women (55%), cultural and language differences (53%) as well as their propensity to violence and criminality (52%). Furthermore, a clear majority of 72% agree with the statement that parallel societies have established themselves in Austria.

Austrians are also increasingly concerned about the growing influence of political Islam in this country – the topic is now in second place among the issues of concern, behind the Corona crisis. As a side note, in earlier surveys “global warming and environmental issues” were the top concerns. “We see that after the Corona crisis, integration issues have gained in importance again,” said Integration Minister Susanne Raab (ÖVP) on Tuesday, commenting on the results. “It is striking that the attitude towards women is seen as the biggest problem in living together with immigrants. Therefore, it is all the more important that we consistently address this issue, break down patriarchal role models and strengthen women in the field of integration – both are central points of my integration and women’s policy.”

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