The European Commission has proposed its largest-ever budget for 2028–2034, totaling nearly €2 trillion, aiming to boost competitiveness, defense, and strategic autonomy.
The plan includes significant funding for Ukraine and a major overhaul of agricultural subsidies, shifting more money to eastern EU states and capping payments to large farmers. However, the proposal has sparked widespread criticism: environmental groups warn of insufficient climate and biodiversity funding, farmers protest subsidy cuts, and key member states like Germany reject the scale and priorities of the budget. The Commission also faces internal dissent, forcing President Ursula von der Leyen to consider adjustments.
As negotiations begin, the budget's ambitious goals are at risk due to deep divisions over spending priorities and the bloc's ability to deliver on its promises.
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