The European Commission has proposed its largest-ever long-term budget, totaling nearly €2 trillion for 2028–2034, aiming to boost defense, Ukraine aid, and competitiveness. However, the plan has triggered widespread criticism across the EU, with Germany and Finland rejecting the proposal as too ambitious, while others lament cuts to agriculture, biodiversity, and climate funding. Eastern and newer member states like Poland and Romania are set to benefit most, while farmers and environmental groups warn the changes could undermine sustainability and nature protection. The budget also introduces new funding mechanisms, such as a plastics tax hike and caps on farming subsidies, but faces internal resistance and calls for more targeted spending. As negotiations continue, the proposal highlights deep divisions over how the EU should balance security, economic growth, and environmental commitments in a rapidly changing world.
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