The European Commission has unveiled its largest-ever budget proposal for 2028–2034, totaling nearly €2 trillion, with major increases for defense, Ukraine aid, and strategic autonomy.
The plan has triggered widespread criticism from member states, with Germany and Finland rejecting the scale and priorities, and concerns mounting over reduced funding for agriculture, biodiversity, and climate action. The proposal doubles aid for Ukraine to €100 billion and boosts military and cross-border infrastructure spending, but slashes traditional farm subsidies and environmental programs. Eastern EU states like Poland are set to benefit most, while Western contributors balk at the costs.
The budget faces a tough negotiation process amid internal EU divisions and external geopolitical pressures.
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