Germania respinge reducerea cu 159 de miliarde de euro a bugetului UE și cere tăieri mai mari: „Suntem încă departe de un acord”

Germany and its allies have rejected Ireland's proposal to reduce the EU's future budget, deeming the cuts insufficient. The Irish presidency suggested an 8% budget reduction for 2028-2034 to address demands from Germany and other member states for larger cuts. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the proposed amount does not provide a basis for agreement, emphasizing the need for a budget that can be supported by major contributors. A group of six frugal states, including Germany, Sweden, and Denmark, considers the proposed cuts inadequate. European leaders will discuss the proposal at an upcoming summit, aiming to reach an agreement before the end of the year, as upcoming elections in several countries could complicate negotiations. The negotiations have divided member states into two camps, with some advocating for reduced spending while others oppose cuts to agriculture and regional development funds, which are politically sensitive issues.