With a negative disposition welcomed German government Ursula von der Lien’s proposals for the new multiannual fiscal framework of the European Union, which relates to the period 2028-2034. Germany rejected the ambitious EU budget plan, which exceeds two trillion euros and was presented yesterday by the President of the Commission in Brussels.
According to government spokesman Stefan Cornelius, “At a time when all Member States are making significant efforts to house the state budget, it is impossible to explain (in the world) such a large increase in the European Union budget, so we are not able to accept the Commission’s proposal.”. This announcement came from Berlin on Thursday and reflects the reaction of the EU’s largest economy.
Hard attitude on the European table
In the same vein, Finance Minister and SPD co -chairman (SPD), Lars Clingbail, underlined from Dourbani where he attended a G20 meeting that ‘After a first reading’ proposals “We cannot give our consent, as we have to stay in the funding package”.
Ursula’s ambition von der Laienne to increase the Community budget in 2 trillion euros For the seven-year period 2028-2034-from the 1.2 trillion approved for 2021-2027-it is a peak point in the negotiation that the Member States expects. The EU’s argument is based on the fact that its responsibilities are constantly increasing, so a similar increase in resources is required. The possibility ‘Freezing’ The budget, in fact, would substantially mean a decrease in real terms.
Base for negotiation and reactions to the north
The proposals of von der Laienne clearly define a ‘Base for negotiation’ Between the Commission, the National Governments and the European Parliament. Negotiations, as estimated, will be intense, given the fiscal pressure facing several countries – especially for the European north – and with their desire to avoid increases in their contribution or to reduce it.
Germany is still the largest feeder in the EU budget, with about 25%, followed by France, Italy and the Netherlands.
Positive attitude to reforms – cuts in agricultural aid
At the same time, Berlin appears positive in the proposed reforms In European programs, emphasizing competitiveness and preferring a reduction of about 30% of the aid to farmers. As Stefan Cornelius noted, *”Reforming efforts and focus on new priorities are correct” *.
Source :Skai
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