Bătălia pe cele 2 trilioane de euro / Președintele Consiliului European începe turneul pentru bugetul 2028-2034 / „Frugalii” contra „Prietenilor Coeziunii” și banii care dezbină Europa

The European Union's budget negotiations for 2028-2034 are intensifying, with leaders discussing a nearly €2 trillion package. António Costa is visiting capitals to address major disagreements on funding priorities, including defense and climate adaptation. The negotiations reveal a divide between net contributors and cohesion-friendly countries, complicating the budget's approval. The European Parliament advocates for increased spending, while governments resist higher national contributions. New revenue sources are being considered to support ambitious policies without compromising existing commitments.