The European Commission has proposed a historic €2 trillion budget for 2028-2034, aiming to boost defense, aid to Ukraine, and competitiveness. However, the plan has triggered widespread criticism across the EU, with Germany and Finland rejecting the proposal as too ambitious and costly, while others lament cuts to agriculture and biodiversity funding. The budget shifts more funds to eastern member states and doubles aid for Ukraine, but slashes dedicated green and farm subsidies, raising concerns among environmentalists and farmers. Internal divisions within the Commission and among member states threaten to complicate negotiations, as leaders struggle to balance new geopolitical challenges with traditional spending priorities. The outcome will shape the EU's ability to respond to global threats and internal demands over the next decade.
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