Members of the European Parliament’s Budget Committee (BUDG) have voiced strong opposition to the European Commission’s proposal for a single cash pot per member state under the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF). This ambitious long-term budget plan will determine the EU’s financial priorities beyond 2027. It is already up against the ropes as MEPs call for a wider and more flexible approach.
The BUDG committee aims to ensure that the new MFF structure guarantees parliamentary oversight while incorporating regional and local actors in the decision-making process. Transparency and flexibility MEPs call for a budget that is simpler, more adaptable and more oriented towards people’s needs. Their vision prioritizes three main areas such as climate action, digital transition, and employment. It addresses the separate, but equally important, evergreen geopolitical issues that will otherwise revisit the MFF.
Member Carla Tavares from Portugal, Socialist and Democrats (S&D) emphasized the need for strategic investments.
“We want people and regions at the centre of the next MFF. We need strong investments to boost strategic autonomy, economic resilience, and green goals while leaving no one behind.” – Carla Tavares
The clearer the case for the additional spend and there couldn’t be more clear global challenges where joining up efforts are needed. Siegfried Muresan of Romania for the European People’s Party (EPP) carried this banner further. Generally, he kept the focus on state-of-good-repair and the dire need for more funding. Without new revenue, popular and important EU programmes will be slashed or the burden will fall on taxpayers.
“If we expect Europe to do more to face current challenges, we have to equip it with sufficient instruments and the budget is a key instrument in this respect.” – Siegfried Muresan
The BUDG committee has consistently demonstrated its willingness to realign the MFF to the priorities and objectives of the EU. They work to make sure action is most needed supported with massive resources. The MEPs see in the budget an important response to our pressing economic concerns and challenges. They want it to ensure that new investments are made in green technologies and digital innovations to create lasting sustainability.
“We reject the ‘One National Plan per Member State’ model proposed by the European Commission, which we believe cannot serve as the basis for shared management spending post-2027.” – Siegfried Muresan
The BUDG committee’s stance reflects a commitment to ensuring that the MFF aligns with EU priorities and objectives where action is most needed. The MEPs’ vision calls for a budget that not only addresses immediate economic needs but also fosters long-term sustainability through investments in green technologies and digital advancements.
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