VIDEO | Nicușor Dan: România vrea un buget UE ambițios pentru 2028-2034 și acces pentru companiile românești la fondurile de competitivitate
President Nicușor Dan emphasized Romania's desire for an ambitious EU budget for 2028-2034, focusing on cohesion and agriculture funding. He highlighted the need for better access to competitiveness funds for less developed countries. Discussions also included the importance of flexibility in fund usage to reduce bureaucratic delays. António Costa, President of the European Council, stressed the urgency of reaching an agreement on the budget by the end of the year, considering the changing geopolitical context. He noted that the new budget must address emerging priorities while maintaining support for traditional policies.