Public opinion survey in Turkish-occupied Cyprus for March 2026

A March 2026 survey conducted by the Center for Migration, Identity and Rights Studies (CMIRS) indicates that 90.4% of Turkish Cypriots believe the region is heading in the wrong direction. The study, based on interviews with 500 participants, identifies economic struggles, the Cyprus issue, corruption, and political leadership as primary concerns. CMIRS director Mine Yucel noted that dissatisfaction has remained high since 2017, peaking at 97% in 2022. Regarding economic outlooks, 63.33% of respondents expect their personal financial situation to worsen within two years, while 69.94% predict a decline in the overall economy. Survey data shows that 53.6% cannot meet basic family needs, 72.8% worry about debt repayment, and 74.2% struggle with medical costs. Finally, the report highlights a happiness index of 5.95 out of 10 and a low social trust index of 3.49.