The European Commission has proposed its largest-ever budget for 2028–2034, totaling nearly €2 trillion, with major increases for defense, Ukraine aid, and strategic autonomy.
The plan includes doubling Ukraine support to €100 billion and boosting funds for cross-border infrastructure, but slashes agricultural and biodiversity funding, sparking outrage from farmers and environmentalists. Key member states like Germany and Finland have rejected the proposal, criticizing its size, priorities, and potential impact on national contributions. The budget also shifts more funds to newer eastern EU members and introduces new taxes, such as a plastics tax hike.
The proposal faces fierce internal resistance, with critics warning it fails to match Europe's ambitions on climate, nature, and competitiveness.
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